Journeyman Distillery for Rustic Charm and Industrial Spirit
About the Journeyman Distillery Wedding Venue
Artfully remodeled by the talented Johanna and Bill Welter, the historic Featherbone Factory in Three Oaks, Michigan, and American Factory in Valparaiso, Indiana offer a unique blend of modern amenities, rustic charm, and industrial spirit. At Journeyman Distillery, handcrafted spirits, and locally sourced ingredients allow them to create genuinely made products and create an array of special events that guarantee an authentic experience.
Discover the history and repurposed beauty of our 1800s Featherbone and Corsets Factory campus. Take a tour and explore the authentic spaces, learn about the distilling process, and experience the Staymaker restaurant, Welter’s Folly putting green and amazing event venues. Enjoy the renowned spirits created in honor of the people who came before us, and celebrate the history in the making with us.
Details of the Grounds
Warren Hall: Located on the second floor of the distillery, Warren Hall boasts an 8,000-square-foot space that blends traditional rustic charm with modern amenities. With a seating capacity of 350 and a cocktail-style capacity of 500, this unique space can accommodate events of all sizes.
The wood floor was carefully crafted from reclaimed wood to recreate the look and feel of the original Featherbone Factory floors, and forty 93” tall windows line the walls, providing beautiful natural light and stunning sunset views.
An 18-foot custom-made zinc top bar encased in wood salvaged from the factory floor is a focal point of the space. Other features of the second floor include a luxurious bridal suite, restrooms, a full catering kitchen, and a convenient elevator.
The Still Room: Located on the second floor of the distillery, Warren Hall blends a traditional rustic feel with modern amenities. The unique, 8,000-square-foot space features a seating capacity of 350 and a cocktail-style capacity of 500, allowing it to accommodate events of all sizes.
The wood floor was custom milled from reclaimed wood to evoke the look and feel of the original Featherbone Factory floors. Forty 93” tall windows line the walls, showering the room with beautiful natural light and stunning sunset views. For a truly unique experience, the bar is encased in wood salvaged from the factory floor.
The room is further enhanced by the exposed ceiling and support beams, while barn wood salvaged from the family farm in central Indiana shapes the sliding pocket doors. To add to the ambience, salvaged wood joists from the Featherbone Factory were used to craft a 20-person Viking table, which is included with the rental of the space, as well as additional seating for up to 100 guests as needed.
This charming, intimate space also includes private access to our outdoor patio, an 18-foot custom-made zinc top, and the light cluster above the bar is constructed from the original factory lights, creating a stunning focal point for the room.
The Grainery: The newest event space, The Grainery, offers an unparalleled view from the top of the Staymaker Restaurant of our stunning Kothe distilling equipment and production facility two stories down. This space features a beautiful copper bar top, 93" tall windows, and the building's original freight elevator shaft, making it an ideal choice for events such as weddings, corporate events, holiday gatherings, and more. (I’m thinking Wedding Shower!!)
Photography Opportunities
Small decking overlooking the property can inspire some beautiful wedding day portraits. Stroll around the property and you will find greens (a homemade mini golf course) for plenty of photo opportunities. If industrial charm is your vibe, there isn’t a corner in this wedding venue space that doesn’t scream everything you need and love. From reclaimed, natural wood to Edison bulbs.
Wedding Details
The historic Featherbone Factory, established by E.K. Warren in 1883, revolutionized the manufacturing of ladies' corsets and buggy whips. Nestled in the quaint village of Three Oaks in Michigan's Harbor Country, just 5 miles from I-94, Journeyman Distillery is located 75 miles east of Chicago, 30 miles west of South Bend, and 70 miles south of Kalamazoo. Our one-of-a-kind distillery boasts a full-service restaurant, stunning event spaces, lodging for up to 20 guests, and a 30,000-square-foot putting green.
Journeyman Distillery
Journeyman Distillery in Three Oaks, Michigan, and American Factory in Valparaiso, Indiana offer a blend of modern amenities, rustic charm, and industrial spirit. The unique spaces feature reclaimed wood floors, 8,000-square-foot Warren Hall with seating for 350, luxurious bridal suite, restrooms, a full catering kitchen, and a convenient elevator. The Grainery offers an unparalleled view of their distilling equipment and production facility. The venue also includes a 30,000-square-foot putting green, full-service restaurant, and lodging for up to 20 guests. Perfect for weddings, corporate events, holiday gatherings, and more, the property offers stunning photo opportunities with Edison bulbs, greens, and reclaimed natural wood.
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