The Ballroom at Ellis Preserve
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Drexelbrook Catering and Special Event Center is recognized as a premier corporate meeting location with over 45,000- square feet of indoor and outdoor space, excellent cuisine, planning assistance, and audio-visual and other services that include WiFi, videoconferencing, plus staging, security and more. The events center boasts 20-foot high coffered ceilings and can subdivide into five separate meeting areas.
Joining the county’s award-winning Drexelbrook Event Center and many other fine event sites in the county is the Ballroom at Ellis Preserve, which is located in a pastoral setting. It is the newest of five famous Finley Catering venues that include Philadelphia’s Ballroom at the Ben and The Crystal Tea Room. Built in 1932, the lavishly renovated Ballroom at Ellis Preserve seats 300 for dinner, with an outdoor patio for cocktails and receptions.
Brandywine River Museum is available for corporate events in the evenings, starting at 6:00 pm. During events, the galleries are open for two consecutive hours, so guests may enjoy the museum's world-renowned collection, including art by three generations of the Wyeth family. Seated dinners can be accommodated for up to 120 guests, and receptions or standing buffets are available at up to 600 people. Docent-led gallery tours can be included which are then followed by a cocktail reception. Beginning at two hours in length, additional time can be added.
Located on-site at the Springfield Country Club complex, the Courtyard Philadelphia Springfield is within a short walking dis- tance to Tavola Restaurant and Bar, and outdoor patio space and Springfield Country Club with event space for up to 1,000 people.
In July, the 40-room Inn at Swarthmore opened amid the lush landscapes of its famous garden neighbor, the Scott
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Arboretum. It also adjoins the 425-acre Swarthmore College Campus - frequently named among the most beautiful cam- puses in the world. Embracing the college’s history in the cre- ative arts the hotel showcases the art works of alumni and students in public areas and guest rooms. Their Broad Table Tavern features farm-to-table cuisine and an outstanding selection of spirits.
In January 2017, a new Residence Inn will open in Glen Mills with 127 All-King Suites with large kitchenettes outfitted with full sized appliances. There will be wrap-around sofa sleepers and large LCDs in each room with Netflix available. In addition to a daily hot breakfast buffet there will be free Wi-Fi, indoor pool, fitness center, and a 600-square foot meeting space.
“We are truly thrilled to be opening the only Marriott property in the Glen Mills area. From our handicap accessible shuttle transportation and on-site restaurant and bar to our spacious rooms with beautiful designs and amenities, we know we will quickly become the market’s best choice for the seasoned traveler,” said David Gyza, CHIA, director of sales for the new Residence Inn by Marriott property.
In addition, by 2018 Delco expects to welcome a Hilton Candlewood Estates and Extended Stay in Chester, a Hilton Garden Inn in Newtown Square, a Holiday Inn at the Drexel Corporate Event Center in Drexel Hill, and another property in Glen Mills.
Havertown’s popular Brick and Brew gastro-pub has opened a new location in Media on the site of the former landmark Plumstead Inn Restaurant. The pub offers an array of American tapas and appetizer plates, plus creative and vibrant salads, sandwiches and burgers. The bar features a 12-tap rotating craft beer selection and an extensive bottle and can list, plus an on-staff whisky master/sommelier and mixologist.
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