THE HISTORY

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A LEGACY 160 YEARS IN THE MAKING

From its beginnings as a 19th‑century gathering place to its transformation into a meticulously designed event destination, ELM’s 165 year story is woven into the fabric of Nashville.

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EST. 1860

ELM STREET METHODIST CHURCH

Nashville’s only Italianate-style Church, Elm Street Methodist was a cornerstone in the Nashville community in the 19th century.

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20TH CENTURY

A PLACE TO GATHER AND CELEBRATE

The church continued to play an important role for the community in the 20th century, welcoming generations of weddings and community celebrations for the congregation.

A large brick house with tall arched windows, surrounded by trees, next to a street with a sidewalk. A white event tent is set up in the yard, enclosed by a black metal fence, with small lampposts at the entrance.

2026

REVIVED AND REIMAGINED FOR TODAY

Saved and restored through a partnership with GBX Group; renovated with care and integrity by Pfeffer Torode Architects.