story hill firehouse

Truly a " One of A Kind" event venue.

Historic 1927 Bungalow Style FireHouse with modern touches

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FireHouse History

OLD ENGINE HOUSE No. 35

About

Story Hill Firehouse is a historic Bungalow Style Fire House now turned event 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. original wood throughout, added modern touches... to its experienced & passionate event staff, Story Hill Firehouse could be the perfect place to host your wedding day or next event 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 & event execution. YOU 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 State. 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!

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"ALARMINGLY" ADORABLE!

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The history behind the gates.....

I saw a post on this venue over a year ago, and put it on my "bucket list" of venues to visit. The charm of the building and the "Story" behind it intrigued me. I messaged Janelle Meyer-Brown, who also owns evenement an event planning business, and she responded that I was more than welcome to come take a look. We decided on a date and I thought the morning light would be most conducive to the entrance as it faces the east. With a Kringle in hand I went to her wedding venue, Story Hill Firehouse, and was met by Janelle who was gracious enough to share so much about this location.

Located just a short distance off the freeway and American Family Field, it was easy to get to and plenty of parking available,

Janelle purchased it in 2018 and set on renovating it into exactly what she envisioned. They created a bar from old lockers (creating space for the women's restroom), put in new ceilings, carriage doors, sprinkler system, and updated heating and AC. In the process many pieces and artifacts of the original firehouse were incorporated in the decor. Such as, the firepole that is in the bar area, and the pike pole which now is the curtain rod, the call box where you can charge your cell phone, and the lockers in the hallway leading to the restrooms which are adorned with fire hoses! The previous owner, Andy Paremski, was a stained glass artisan and he made a beautiful stained glass inset in the front arch window.

The venue offers a kitchen for catering prep, an outdoor ceremony space, and indoor ceremony and reception space. The beautiful carriage doors open for more space and lighting and wonderful photo opportunities.

The bungalow style firehouse was originally built in 1927, this was one of five of this type firehouse in the Milwaukee area. All five remain (one as an active firehouse), and they all were originally designed by Charles Malig, with the goal of integrating firehouse engine architecture into residential neighborhoods. Some had entry area porches, such as this one, Engine 35, which adds to its charm and appeal.

Once the renovation was done in 2019, Janelle was ready to open her new wedding venue, but the pandemic made that a challenge, she was open with limitations and had her first event in July 2020. Later in November everything shut down, but she persevered and re-opened in March of 2021. The space is able to accomodate 150-200 people. If you are looking for a space with charm, history and unique character, (even a custom made birdhouse by Janelle) visit Story Hill FireHouse! Click the link to check out the styled shoot video by Premier Bride Milwaukee: https://youtu.be/dpjqdtAcGPM?t=4

Our FireHouse

1927 Bungalow Style FireHouse

enjoy our very special "historic 1927" Bungalow style FireHouse for your next event.

Corporate Gatherings

Rehearsal Dinners

Wedding Ceremonies and Receptions

Reunions

Holiday Parties and so much more!

We look forward to accommodating up to 150 of your favorite people!

Your rehearsal dinner, wedding or special event will be unlike anyone else's!

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Oh So Charming...

Walk into this amazing firehouse and it's classic touches!

Original wood trim throughout, terrazzo floors, original wood lockers, 15 foot ceilings.

New accent lighting to fit the era and full tin ceilings in the engine bay leading out through the 13 ft double custom wood carriage doors

Come in and take a tour!

No event venue like it! OLD ENGINE HOUSE No. 35

your event will be a new experience -

one of ONLY five Bungalow style firehouses in Wisconsin...ALL YOURS!

designed to nestle snuggly into this residential neighborhood.

full outdoor space option for your ceremony and cocktail hour, family games and great photo opportunities!

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GET TO KNOW US

MEET JANELLE, THE OWNER.

Janelle has had a career spanning 30+ years, working for some of the biggest names in the Milwaukee area. She has acquired an incredible array of expertise in every aspect her clients need to plan the perfect event

Janelle created evenement in 2011 after deciding to pursue her dream of owning her own business forcing her to leave her position as General Manager/Director of Catering for Bartolotta Catering at Pier Wisconsin, in which she opened successfully in 2005/06 running events as large as 6,000 people in attendance and LOVED every minute of it….evenement has been a huge success ever since.

ALL while building great relationships with forever clients and Milwaukee’s finest venues and providers, She purchased and brought new life to this FireHouse and has a very talented and experienced events team, BEST in Milwaukee!

MEET JANELLE, THE OWNER.

Congratulations to Janelle Meyer-Brown, Owner of Story Hill FireHouse and Evenement planning, on being named one of our "Top 20 Women in Hospitality to Watch"!

Janelle is a true trailblazer in the event planning industry, with 25 years of exceptional experience creating flawless and unforgettable events. In 2011, she founded the flourishing événement planning business, where her passion for memorable experiences has led to great success.

Beyond her impressive entrepreneurial achievements, Janelle also gives back to her community by serving on the board of the Lutheran Home Foundation.

Join us in celebrating Janelle's well-deserved recognition as a leader to watch in the hospitality field! She will be recognized at our Women in Hospitality Conference on September 10 in Madison.

MEET AMY, DIRECTOR OF EVENTS

MEET SAMANTHA, SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

Amy has had a career in the hospitality business for over 30+ years, working along side some of the most amazing people in the Milwaukee area business's!

Amy LOVES everyone and EVERYONE LOVES Amy!

You will have the pleasure of meeting Amy on a tour of the firehouse and working with her on all of your details - with her attention to detail and ideas you will not be disappointed and will love every minute of her enthusiasm, energy and her kindness.

Amy has been with Janelle, the owner, the entire time as we renovated the FireHouse - she loves the firehouse as much as Janelle does!

Come in and visit Amy, let her share this historic gem with you.

MEET SAMANTHA, SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

Please meet Samantha! Samantha has been with us from the beginning and is the queen of our social media.

Sam handles not only all of our social media but is also the key planner for our Spring, Summer and Winter Small Business Markets.

She is an important piece to our Story Hill FireHouse Family and we couldn't do it without her.