Nestled in downtown Long Beach, between Los Angeles and Orange Counties, 440 Elm is a noted architectural gem designed by architect Elmer Grey (Beverly Hills Hotel, Pasadena Playhouse, Throop Polytechnic/ Caltech) in 1913. Built in the Renaissance Revival style, this newly renovated historic landmark conveys a light and airy feeling rare for a property of its size. The combination of one of the largest ballrooms in the Los Angeles area with a similarly sized outdoor Plaza gives couples a rare urban option for large weddings in a private space. A downstairs Parlor offers an industrial setting with exposed brick perfect for a jazz lounge, cultural ceremony, or late-night dance party.
As a venue exclusively operated by Bite Catering Couture, 440 Elm offers a range of personalized and thematic culinary options ranging from fun to luxurious – sure to please any crowd.
Book a tour to see for yourself why 440 Elm has become one of the top historic venue options in Southern California!
Picture this—a hallowed space that's both a remembrance of architectural genius and a vortex of the energy of thousands of congregants for more than 100 years. When you step through those doors, you're not just entering a venue, you're time-traveling. Way back to an era when people dressed up and went out and had a bit of style and class.
What an ode to craftsmanship. This isn't some cookie-cutter hall; it's artistry in plaster and brick and wood. The artisans of yesteryears speak to you through the meticulous detailing, the arches that have stood the test of time, the hand-carved fleur di lis on a massive organ grate a few stories up. This place doesn’t need a filter; its Instagram-ready aesthetic comes from years of maintaining its grand elements, not a designer's recent whims.
And then there's the staff. No mere functionaries, these are the unsung poets of hospitality. They understand that a high-class event isn't just about good wine and canapés; it's about creating a seamless experience that's part theater, part sanctuary.
In essence, 440 Elm is a love letter to Long Beach, a portal where the city's past and present collide to create the connections that bring us ever closer to a good future.
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440 Elm Ave
Long Beach, CA 90802
Phone: (562) 267-3386
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