A 1913 Renaissance Revival landmark reimagined for today’s most elegant events—with iconic architecture, tailored guest experiences, and a reputation for flawless execution.
With 30-foot ceilings, original stained glass, and a storied past, 440 Elm offers a cinematic backdrop for weddings, galas, and brand moments. It's a space that elevates every experience—before you add a single flower.
Our space adapts to your vision—whether you’re hosting a fashion-forward wedding, a nonprofit gala, or a multi-day corporate summit. From custom floorplans to immersive lighting, 440 Elm is a canvas for unforgettable design.
Our in-house team and trusted partners ensure flawless execution—from curated menus and premium staffing to guest flow and technical support. We’re not just here to host—we’re here to make you shine.
There’s a moment, just before everything begins. The space is quiet. The tables are set. The chandeliers glow. And then—movement. Music. Light. A swell of sound as the doors open and your guests enter.
At 440 Elm, we live for this moment. The one where history, architecture, and emotion all come together. The one where the people you love, the moments you envisioned—suddenly real, suddenly here.
Built in 1913 by Elmer Grey—the architect behind the Beverly Hills Hotel and the Pasadena Playhouse—440 Elm is more than a historic space. It’s a landmark designed for grand entrances, sweeping vows, and unforgettable receptions, with soaring 30-foot ceilings, two-story stained glass, distinctive chandeliers, and a 7,000-square-foot ballroom. It has hosted candlelit dinners, large wedding receptions, full-scale live bands—even glowing angels suspended above the crowd during California Wedding Day’s over-the-top Best of gala.
440 Elm evokes the kind of awe luxury couples expect—but rarely find. Here, you don’t just rent a room. You build a narrative. From floorplans to lighting design, everything is tailored to your aesthetic, your pace, and your guests’ experience.
Our in-house team works hand-in-hand with planners and couples to shape your wedding around what actually matters. That means:
440 Elm was built for creativity and personalization—with the transparency to understand your costs upfront and the team, experience, and tools to bring it all to life seamlessly.
Some of our couples live in New York, Chicago, or London—some as far as New Zealand. They plan from apartments, boardrooms, and hotel suites, returning to Los Angeles to host the kind of celebration that only feels right here.
At 440 Elm, remote planning is second nature. We offer virtual tours, timeline coordination across time zones, and planning continuity from first conversation to final sendoff. Our team works seamlessly with your planner, your family, or just the two of you.
However you arrive—by way of Westwood or the West Village—this space is designed to feel like home when it matters most.
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Whether you're hosting 300 guests under the chandeliers or curating a micro-ceremony in the Parlor, we bring the same care to every detail. We offer the scale and legacy that make a strong first impression. The infrastructure and coordination support that lets you stay in control. The flexibility to shape an emotional, immersive guest experience. And the hospitality mindset that welcomes your family, traditions, and values.
The moments matter—ours is just the frame that helps you hold them.
Our private outdoor Plaza is a fully enclosed garden oasis—framed by architectural lines, culinary herbs, and dappled natural light. Ideal for golden hour ceremonies, al fresco cocktail hours, or open-air dancing, it offers a tranquil counterpoint to the grandeur inside.
Planning a ceremony-first experience or a full evening affair? We’ll map the layout that fits your vision—and ensure the space supports every moment with intention.
We welcome weddings of every tradition, faith, and format. Whether you're planning a multiday Indian celebration, a Catholic wedding mass with a reception at 440 Elm, or a hybrid celebration that blends multiple cultural threads, we’ll meet you where you are.
Our in-house catering team works with you to design menus that reflect who you are—elevated, thoughtful, and delicious at scale. Tray-passed or plated. Late-night or multi-course. We don’t hand you a menu. We build one with you.
Plated Dinner Set in Ballroom with Black and White Dance Floor
Wedding Reception Setup Framing Dance Floor
Wedding Ceremony Setup Against Passionfruit in Plaza
Wedding Setup in Gold and White
Simply perfect citrus and floral garnished custom wedding cake
An elegant tablescape
Tray Passed Steak Tartare Cone
Summer florals burst with color on the wedding reception table
Getting ready to cut the cake!
Guestbook in Foyer
First Bite of Cake!
Wedding Photos - Kissing under the lanterns
Wedding Ceremony Setup with Folding Chairs in the Plaza
Raised blini with smoked salmon, caviar, creme fraiche and dill
Floral Arches Set up For Wedding Ceremony
An elegant signature cocktail for a wedding
Bride and groom during the cake cutting
White and Gold Themed Wedding Reception
Bride in Foyer
Veggie Burgers On Tree Tray
1920's Bride and Groom
360 Wedding Ceremony Setup
Bride posing in Foyer
First Church of Christ Scientist, Long Beach Plaque
Bridal Suite
Mini Lobster Rolls
White and Gold Wedding Reception Setup
Mini Burger on Homemade Brioche and Truffle Fries
Guestbook in Black and White Foyer
Sweet Potato Fries in Newspaper Cone
Long Table Across Sanctuary
Sweetheart Table framed by Floral-Covered Arches
Chinese Lantern Backdrop
Chairs on Plaza for Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Floral and Guestbook in Foyer
White and Gold Place Setting Plated Dinner
What we don’t allow: food trucks, cash bars, or inexperienced vendors learning on your event.
What we do: protect your investment, your timeline, and your peace of mind.
Schedule a tour, download our pricing guide, or RSVP to an open house. However you want to begin, we’re ready to meet you there.
We’ve seen fathers pause in the foyer to gather themselves. Couples step into the Parlor to take one breath together before it all begins. Guests who walked in skeptical—then stayed until the last dance.
Your wedding will have its own version of these moments. We’d be honored to help you shape them.