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A wedding party walks together outdoors, with the bride in white, bridesmaids in lavender dresses, and groomsmen in black suits. They are smiling and laughing in a brick alleyway near the historic Weaver’s Room, with green ivy climbing one wall.

Weaver’s Room at the Old Woolen Mill: A Historic Setting for a Modern Wedding

If you are seeking a unique venue for your wedding that evokes a feeling of history, yet serves as a modern, welcoming space, then Weaver’s Room at The Old Woolen Mill is it. Near the Smokies, this Cleveland, Tennessee wedding venue is an excellent choice. Once the heart of a Victorian-era clothing factory, the room offers an attractive space that could serve well as the setting for your wedding celebration.

The Mystique of History Combined With Modern Design

Exposed wooden post-and-beam construction and attractive modern lighting make this a great setting. Vintage industrial features and green space combine to make this an impressive venue for special events. An ivy-draped outdoor courtyard provides an attractive open-air location for warm-weather wedding ceremonies.

A bridal gown hangs on a wooden door in the Weaver’s Room, its rustic charm enhanced by weathered beams; beside it, a bride with wavy blonde hair, in a veil, holds a bouquet and gazes thoughtfully to the side.

A Restoration Project that Produced a Perfect Wedding Venue

From its beginnings as part of an industrial complex, Weaver’s Room has undergone a renovation that is an architectural Cinderella story. Here is a snapshot of the building’s origins and transformation, which today serves as an attractive venue for elegant weddings. 

Old Woolen Mill’s Initial Construction

In 1890, immigrants were pouring into the United States. They were seeking a better life than the one they had left and were aspiring to fill factory jobs throughout the country. That was the year the Cleveland Woolen Mill was formed. A brick building was constructed to hold the raw wool from local farms. This wool would be woven into cloth and used to construct fine clothing for worldwide distribution.

In the 1970s, the clothing factory moved to a new facility, leaving the old site vacant. This property’s condition declined until the late 1990s, when Dr. Ronald Coleman was inspired to revitalize the Cleveland Landmark.

The original brick building, built in 1890, was Weaver’s Room, now appropriately enhanced to shelter various celebrations, including weddings. The restored room is a tribute to the industrious spirit of those who shaped Southern industry.  

The Makeover Project

Mr. Coleman was inspired by similar mills in the South. These mills had been skillfully restored and adapted for a variety of uses. He and his team worked diligently for several years to restore and design The Old Woolen Mill property. Some of their planned purposes became a Weaver’s Room event site, apartments, offices, and an outdoor music venue. 

Following more than a decade of renovation, the unprecedented, artistically designed site is once again bustling. This time it’s bustling with celebrations and wedding ceremonies. Formal dinners, proms, weddings, and receptions are frequently held at Weaver’s Room facility. –  Events that evoke the style and spirit of celebration in the 21st century. 

Two newlyweds: left, they sit kissing in the Weaver’s Room, the bride in a white gown, leather jacket, and colorful socks; right, they kiss while dancing at night, the bride’s dress sparkling under soft lights.

Cost to Book The Weaver’s Room at The Old Woolen Mill 

Weaver’s Room is on the lower level of the restored area of The Old Woolen Mill facility. The spacious setting can comfortably hold groups of up to 225 persons. 

Saturday rental costs $250 per hour or $ 2,000 for the entire day (from 8 am to 11 pm).

Friday or Sunday fees are $200 per hour or $1600 for the entire day (from 8 am to 11 pm).

If you would like the room Monday-Thursday, the cost would be $150 per hour or $1200 for the entire day (from 8 am to 11 pm).

A four-hour minimum rental is required. The booked hours must include sufficient time to set up for the event, disassemble, and clean up after the event concludes. 

Other Site Amenities That Receive Rave Reviews

  • Friendly staff is available to help with your event and answer any questions.
  • The facility is air-conditioned and immaculate.
  • Reviewers of Weaver’s Room mention stunning wedding pictures. Thanks to the dramatic brickwork and the spectacularly styled and arranged on-site lighting. 

Wedding Styles that Suit Weaver’s Room and the Region

Whether your wedding theme favors the rustic or the elegant, this event space will be perfect. The spirit of the Smokies is reflected in the raw yet sophisticated blend of artistry, wood, and light that defines the interior of this popular event venue.

With the Great Smoky Mountains National Park nearby, honeymoon settings abound. No matter whether you hope to laze all day in luxury or hike the trails of the park and watch wildlife, you’ll find what you want in the cities and rural regions amid the mystical setting of the Smokies. 

A wedding party poses outdoors in front of a weathered Cast Away sign near the Weaver’s Room. The bride wears a white gown, bridesmaids wear lavender dresses, and the groomsmen wear black suits. Everyone is smiling and linking arms.

The Cleveland, Tennessee Area – The Perfect Setting for a Wedding

Dreaming of a dramatic wedding away from home?

A retreat with family and friends capped by a honeymoon in a region rich with natural beauty? The perfect escape from the everyday – at a pivotal point in your lifetime? This could be the place.

Depending on the season, you may choose to:

  • Visit a winery, festival or cruise-in.
  • Enjoy fishing, water sports or simply relaxing in a city park.
  • Explore the Great Smoky Mountains by car, bike or on foot.
  • See a wonderful selection of historic buildings, Civil War or Cherokee heritage sites.

Whatever your pleasure, you’ll find a warm welcome when you book your honeymoon stay at one of the area’s hotels. Or at a cabin or campground. 

Cleveland, Tennessee, and the surrounding area could be a wonderful setting for your destination wedding. You and your guests will find great places to stay, dine, and visit before and after the wedding. Whether you love the adventure of hiking trails, prefer to explore our nation’s heritage, or experience the charm of Southern culture, you’ll have an enjoyable time in the Cleveland, Tennessee region. 

Hire Erin Morrison Photography

If you enjoy the romance of history, the allure of artistic architecture, creatively repurposed buildings, and proximity to the gorgeous natural setting of the Great Smoky Mountains, you’ll love having your wedding and reception at Weaver’s Room at The Old Woolen Mill in Cleveland, Tennessee. Don’t forget to book the site well in advance of your nuptial date. 

Weaver’s Room provides an excellent backdrop for wedding photos! Erin Morrison Photography will be happy to record the magic moments of your ceremony and reception in this rustic yet elegant setting. 

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Mountain vibes all day long with Payton and Gunnar. 

This was my very first time visiting the overlook by The Trillium, but so happy to have a couple who decides on a whim that we should check it out. 

Congratulations to this amazing couple. May all their days be as bright as their wedding day ✨✨
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