501 UnionEST. 2013
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Space onlyAvg. venue rate
$4k - $15k
This venue has been favorited 493 times
Add a dash of industrial grade intimacy and a smidge of soiree sweetness and you've got this very special space in beautiful Brooklyn.
Located centrally at the hub of five neighborhoods, let this historic building play host to your next bash. Once the setting for the re-vitalization of vehicles, it's now vibrant with vintage heritage. While the space is chicly cavernous, it echoes with elegance and coziness is easily created.
The Lowdown
Venue use
Space onlyBest for these Occasions
Bachelor / Bachelorette party
charity event
corporate event
dinner party
holiday party
Reunion
social event
wedding ceremony
wedding reception
Workshops: Creative, Photo, etc.Venue type
Banquet Hall / Event FacilityBar / Club / LoungeHistoric Building
Style
ElegantArt DecoContemporaryEclecticModern
Venue Settings
501 Union is a space of subtle distinction and quiet refinement. Erected in 1916, the building served in the restoration of classic cars through the glory years of the American automotive industry. It was brought back to life in 2013 by Akiva Reich & Co. Embedded in the stone and steel of this quiet landmark is the timeless integrity of a continually modern New York.
Capacity
160Seated160Buffet250Standing
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
- Venue price range
- Does this include catering fees?
- No
- Insurance
Additional insurance is required to host an event at this venue
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Amenities
Event Logistics
Essential logistics and amenities for a seamless, memorable event.
- Celebrations hosted here since
- 2013
- Curfew
- 2 AM
- Venue spaces
- Indoor venue space only
- Catering
- Client can select the caterer of their choice
- Alcohol
- Provided by Venue for fee – you must use the venue for all alcohol services
- Music
- Indoors Only
- Smoking
- Designated Smoking Areas Only
- Accommodations
- A private dressing suite
- Eco/Green Events
Yes
- Pet-Friendly Events
- Yes
- Kid Friendly Events
- Yes
- Handicap Accessible
- Yes
Onsite amenities
Street ParkingWifiDining ChairsDining TablesOnsite RestroomsBridal Suite/Changing Rooms OnsiteVenue Features
The scene
Uniquely situated at the hub of five distinctly stylish Brooklyn neighborhoods–Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill, Boreum Hill, Gowanus, and Park Slope–501 Union plays host to all manner of private events, from intimate cocktail parties and social functions to elaborate wedding ceremonies and charity events.
Design
501 Union boasts a custom-built 50ft skylight, two 15-ft Carrara marble top bars, Jason Miller Modo chandeliers, lofted ceilings, detailed woodwork, brass fixtures, and a lustrous white tin ceiling.
Standout venue features
Staying true to our building's history, we have multiple vintage cars that can be parked in or around the venue, including a 1920s yellow car just like Gatsby! You can also park food trucks in the courtyard if a plated dinner isn't quite your thing.
Extra perks
*Venue coordinator: this person will be present for all appointments, and on location the day of your event. They may assist with layout planning, timeline, vendor selection, and more. *Day of Event Staff: Operations Manager & Front of House Manager *Coat check room equipped with three coat racks and approximately 160 hangers *Four-part mobile stage *Fully integrated in-house sound system, compatible with iPod, DJ, and live band setups *High-definition video projector with optional projector screen
Awards, Notables & Events
Featured on Buzzfeed, Refinery29, Style Me Pretty, Martha Stewart Weddings, and more. Host to conferences such as TEDxGowanus, Core77, Indie Media Camp, the Feast, Nearly Impossible and Etsy. Frequently the site of film, TV, and commercial photo shoots including notable clients such as BRAVO, the Americans, and Kendall Jenner for Estee Lauder.
Getting there
La Guardia Airport
9.1 mi
Food Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Lounges
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Two 15-ft Carrara marble top bars in the lounge and the main space to keep the party flowing! Let our bartenders craft a speciality cocktail customized to your event.
Space onlyAvg. venue rate
$4k - $15kThis venue has been favorited 493 times
