The Event Space

Ferris Room

Beautiful Wedding Venue in a historic building in Harvard, IL

Offering an Unparalleled Backdrop for Your Event

Step through what was once a working freight elevator into The Ferris Room, and you will be greeted by exposed brick walls lined with oversized windows. Each window is framed by the ivy that grows across the entirety of the building’s exterior. The center of the room is defined by two 10-foot-long vaulted skylights. Modern and industrial touches throughout the space include; two handcrafted bars, original steal & wood doors, and raw wood columns and beams adorned with thousands of café string lights.

Guest Capacity
Up to 350 Seated
Up to 400 Standing

Ideal For
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour

Included in this room
Wedding Suite (perfect for getting ready)
Direct access to outdoor patio (weather permitting)

Helm Room

Our Space... Your Way

The Helm Room is a standout space, sharing a wall of windows into the building’s original boiler room, now converted into a year-round oasis - our greenhouse! As you look around the room you will see touches of antique factory equipment and elements of the building’s original infrastructure. Thousands of café string lights add additional charm and intimate lighting.

Guest Capacity
Up to 220 Seated
Up to 300 Standing

Ideal For
Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Reception, Cocktail Hour

Included in this room
Private entrance (400 W Front St)
Wedding Suite (perfect for getting ready)
Views of the Greenhouse

Beautiful Starline Factory located in Harvard, IL wedding set up in the Helm Room.

1883 Room

Combining the hardness of steel and brick, with the softness of wood tones and soft light, to create a subtle balance of industrial romance.

The 1883 room is a two-story space with an open concept floor plan, showcasing raw materials and refurbished elements. The first floor features arched windows, exposed brick, a salvaged vintage bar, and original timber beams and columns. The second floor offers an escape from the party below, with ivy framed glass block windows and an open air balcony overlooking a brick lined passageway.

Guest Capacity
Up to 120 Seated
Up to 300 Standing (both floors)

Ideal for
Wedding Reception, Cocktail Hour, Wedding Shower, Engagement Party

Included in this room
Wedding Suite (perfect for getting ready)
Two floors of event space
Access to outdoor courtyard

Enjoy the 1883 Room - perfect for weddings and events at the beautiful Starline Factory in Harvard, IL
Beautiful Starline Factory Hunt Chapel - decorate it your way!

Hunt Chapel

The Perfect Contrast Between Natural and Industrial Elements

Walk down the aisle in a traditional, yet modern, setting. The Hunt Chapel provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable ceremony with beautifully carved antique church pews, a pipe organ dating back to 1907, and a W.W. Kimball Whitney Baby Grand Piano. Original wood beams and columns, exposed brick, and natural light from south facing windows frame the ceremony space, which is truly one-of-a-kind.

Guest Capacity
Up to 150 Seated (additional chairs can be added)
Up to 300 Standing

Ideal For
Wedding Ceremony, Concert

 

Amenities

Services Provided by Starline Factory include:

Getting Ready Suites (1 per event space)

Railside Lounge "Green Room" (must be reserved)

On-site Bar Services

On-site Catering

Event Coordinator

Banquet Staff+Bartenders

Tables+Chairs+Linens

Set Up+Clean Up

WiFi

Pet Friendly

Wheelchair accessible

Starline Factory Inc.
300 W. Front Street
Harvard, Illinois 60033

815.943.4805