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Story Hill Firehouse is a historic Bungalow Style Fire House now turned wedding venue located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Only 8 minutes from downtown Milwaukee! With a history dating back to the early 20th century, Story Hill Firehouse is filled with warmth & character. From its gorgeous outdoor green spaces to its experienced & passionate event staff, Story Hill Firehouse could be the perfect place to host your wedding day celebration.

Facility and Capacity
The historic bungalow-style firehouse can accommodate up to 150 of your friends and family. When you rent the firehouse, you’ll be given exclusive access to the entire "one of a kind" venue, from the lush outdoor space to the firehouse itself.

Services Offered
The Story Hill Firehouse staff will go above and beyond to provide your big day with everything you’ll need to realize your wedding dreams. Couples can rest easy knowing that they won’t have to worry about renting folding chairs or dining tables from a third-party vendor, as they’ll find them at this historic firehouse. The Story Hill Firehouse also offers a custom-built bar and bartending services that are bound to satisfy all of your guests.

HIstory
Story Hill Firehouse was built in 1927 as one of five bungalow-style firehouses in the city of Milwaukee. The building was in operation until 1998, when a new firehouse was built in the area. They opened in July 2019 as a new event venue with all it's historic charm!

  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Glassware
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$15

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Drapery
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April

Reviews of Story Hill.FireHouse

Chelsea
Chelsea Sent on 11/04/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue

The venue was beautiful and the staff was so great to work with! We had about 70-80 people and it was the perfect size for the ceremony and reception!
Anthony
Anthony Sent on 08/31/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Itnfelt like family!

The Venue is beautiful and would be perfect for a rehearsal dinner or wedding. The large doors make it easy to enjoy the outside but still be in the venue hall.
Sam
Sam T. Sent on 07/30/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection at The FireHouse

This venue is perfect for any type of get together, party, or even meetings! Its extremely spacious, and there are well thought out details throughout. The service is also top notch!
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Story Hill.FireHouse frequently asked questions

Story Hill.FireHouse includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Glassware
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Story Hill.FireHouse includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Story Hill.FireHouse for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
Story Hill.FireHouse offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Story Hill.FireHouse offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Story Hill.FireHouse offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Story Hill.FireHouse offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Story Hill.FireHouse is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
Story Hill.FireHouse currently offers 1 special WeddingWire promotion for wedding services.
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