Flinn Block Hall 4.6 out of 5.0 4.7/5.0
Albany's Premier Ballroom
222 First Avenue West, Albany, OR 97321
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Services: Ceremony & Reception Venue
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About
You won't find a better indoor venue in which to celebrate your special day! Located in the beautifully restored Flinn Block in Albany’s downtown historic district, this newly renovated 99-year-old space is unique, spacious and inviting, with 3,000+ square feet of ambiance and atmosphere! Rustic exposed brick walls, sparkling lights, and soaring ceilings make a charming setting. There is a large service bar area, perfect for buffets or serving drinks. And with our lovely, newly-refinished antique fir floors, dancing is a “shoe-in”! We now have a new elevator for full handicapped access, and a new bridal ready-room and catering prep area will be coming late summer/early fall. Call us to come and visit today!

Endorsements
Beautiful venue! Finn Block Hall is centrally located and the owner is ready to help you every step of the way. I would highly recommend Finn Block Hall for your indoor wedding ceremony, reception, or special event!

Frequently Asked Questions for Ceremony & Reception Venue
What service does your venue provide?
Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner
 
What settings does your venue provide?
Indoor
 
Describe your venue:
Banquet Hall, Historic Site
 
Do you have onsite catering?
No
 
Do you allow outside catering?
Yes
 
Do you offer valet parking?
No
 
Is there handicap access?
Yes
 
Are there any special characteristics about this venue such as scenery or architecture?
Guests just love the classic character of our Hall -- the warmth of exposed 99-year-old brick, antique wood floors, classic creamy walls and wainscoting. We have a perfect mix of old and new, rustic and elegant -- a great eclectic space for couples who don't want a wedding venue with just 4 walls and a floor, but want a unique place to make a special memory!
 
How does your venue determine the cost of the space?
We charge a flat fee by the day for weekends. For weekdays, we offer a flat fee by the day, and also have an hourly option, with a 3 hour minimum.
 
Do you rent other items such as linens, tables, or flatware?
Tables and chairs are included in the rental price! We have 60" rounds, with nice white wedding folding chairs. We also have 3 6-foot tables as well.
 
Do you require clients to use a specific list of vendors?
No, we don't have exclusive vendors. This is usually a welcome feature for couples looking to manage their budget closely.
 
Do you require the client to use your musicians? If you do not require this, is that an additional fee to bring in one's own musicians?
No.
 
Do you have any special side rooms that can be rented out for the occasion?
We are currently working on a lovely bridal "ready room" available for brides using the Hall for their ceremony as well as reception. There will be a groom's dressing area as well.
 
Can the client provide their own alcohol if desired?
Yes, we just require a licensed server to provide drinks to guests. We no longer allow keg beer.
 
How many power outlets does the venue have?
Too many to count! Since the facility was just renovated, there are ample outlets, on different circuits, all over the Hall.
 
What restrictions (if any) on decorations?
We don't allow anything to be attached to walls or trimwork. We do allow decorations to be hung from the trusses that stretch across the Hall. We don't allow confetti to be thrown, and no little "gemstones" scattered on tables, since it damages our beautiful floors. We allow candles, as long as they are enclosed, such as a votive holder or hurricane glass.
 
What restrictions (if any) on music?
None so far!
 
What restrictions (if any) on noise levels?
We just expect that it is kept within reasonable limits for a party.
 
Describe your bathroom facilities:
We have newly redone bathroom facilities, adequate to the size of our facility.
 
Describe your parking facilities:
There are three free public parking lots nearby, and plenty of free on-street parking!
 
What is the maximum capacity of your venue?
228

Additional Questions and Answers
Our new elevator is up and running as of February 2009, so we are fully handicap-accessible now.

The nicest thing about our venue is that because it has so much character and charm, it doesn’t require a lot of time and expense to host a lovely wedding! With the sparkling lights and the beautiful glowing wood floors, it’s very romantic without a lot of decoration or effort. The hanging white icicle lights on the overhead beams are there year-round.

For brides who want to have both their ceremony and reception, we are currently completing bride's and groom's dressing areas. We expect those to be ready for the 2009 fall wedding season!