The Mitten Building
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345 A North Fifth Street
Redlands, CA 92373
Contact: Office
Phone: 909/793-1294
www.mittenbuilding.com
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Why We Like This Place
Redlands is a city that, despite being close to the massive gravitational pull of Los Angeles, has always had its own distinct character. Part of its confident identity derives from the remarkably intact ensemble of neighborhoods and commercial buildings at the town’s core, one of the best-preserved collections late 19th- and early 20th-century architecture in all of Southern California.
So, a building has to be pretty special to stand out here. And stand out is exactly what the Mitten Building does. Built of brick in 1890, the structure not only has a fine looking exterior, it impresses on the inside as well. With its exposed rafters, beams and joists, and its stairs and banisters flying up and down each floor, the interior is a tumult of wood, an almost giddy exposition of the carpenter’s art. It’s the kind of place people love, because they are endlessly fascinated by all its nooks, angles and wondrous lines.
And it’s perfect for brides who prefer a venue with character, history and provenance over one that’s sleek and modern. Fairly recently, the current owners restored the Mitten with a loving hand. They wisely retained the things that give the building its wonderful patina of age: the weathered beams, the heavy freight door that opens along an overhead metal track, and the original swaths of paint on some of the surfaces. They cleaned but did not alter the Mitten’s sturdy brick walls, knowing how crucial they are to the building’s feel; several colors of brick continue to show up throughout—gray, pinkish, fiery red and nearly maroon. Their textures are varied, too, ranging from baby-smooth to worn and rough. If a building can have the equivalent of beautifully aged human face, these walls are that.
The interior is divided between two levels—a ground floor and a mezzanine. Typically, the downstairs is set up as a reception area. Wrought-iron chandeliers descend from the Mitten’s 50-foot ceiling, and garlands entwined with twinkle lights run along every rail and banister, sparking a festive air. Big windows set into the thick north brick wall admit a mellow northern light—the kind artists love because of the way it compliments everything it falls on. The upper level has a beautiful narrow-slat maple floor, and its slender iron support beams are each flanked by two shiny brass lamps. Couples often wed on the upper level, head downstairs for their reception, then come right back up to dance away the evening. With its so many different vantages, the Mitten’s layout invites people to move around, explore and schmooze—all the things you hope guests at a successful party will do.
Since its restoration the building has become a fierce favorite among locals (and out-of-towners in the know) and now hosts 100 weddings a year. Everyone who celebrates here owes a debt of gratitude to the visionaries who looked at this building with affectionate eyes, saw its magnificent possibilities, and brought to life a splendid event site.
Capacity
Ceremony |
Reception/Special Events |
Meetings |
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Max. Seated Indoors: 400 Max. Seated Outdoors: 0 |
Max. Seated Indoors: 500 Max. Seated Outdoors: 0 Max. Standing Indoors: 600 Max. Standing Outdoors: 0 |
Max. Seated: 500 |
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CEREMONY CAPACITY: The Upper Level holds up to 400 seated guests. |
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Fees & Deposits
A $1,000 deposit is required to reserve your date. The balance is due 14 days prior to the event. Rental fees range $500–8,000 depending on guest count, day and time rented and services included. If you choose to use the on-site caterer, meals range $18–40/person. Tax and alcohol are additional.
Availability
Year-round, daily, 7am–1am.
CateringProvidedBYO AlcoholProvidedSites UsesCeremoniesWedding Receptions Special Events, Parties Business Functions/Meetings Rehearsal Dinners Services/AmenitiesCatering: provided, select from list or BYOKitchen Facilities: prep only Tables & Chairs: provided Linens, Silver, etc.: some provided, more CBA Restrooms: wheelchair accessible Dance Floor: provided Bride's Dressing Area: yes Meeting Equipment: some provided, more CBA Parking: large lot and garage nearby Accommodations: no guestrooms Telephone: emergency use only Outdoor Night Lighting: yes Outdoor Cooking Facilities: BBQ CBA Cleanup: provided View: cityscape, garden patio Other: coordination available for fee, florals |
Amplified MusicIndoorsWheelchair AccessAccess LimitedSite ViewsCityscapeGarden Patio/Courtyard Site TypeBanquet/Events FacilityHistoric/Landmark Building RestrictionsAlcohol: providedSmoking: outside only Music: amplified OK Wheelchair Access: limited Insurance: liability required |
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