Shores Event Center New Ownership to Focus on Event Hospitality

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa - EntSun -- Nestled in the College District neighborhood, Shores Event Center is one of Cedar Rapids' most unique venues for private events.  Housed in the 100-year-old Shores-Mueller building, Shores Event Center boasts a restored industrial chic vibe replete with exposed brick and other period details. And it's with great excitement that Shores is announcing new ownership, along with a new top-tier hospitality business model.

Under the trusted leadership of new owners Jacob Wittrock and Scott Greenman, Shores aims to be your place to celebrate. A place to cherish.  An elevated cultured experience that is unique to our guests in your neighborhood. A full-service event space encompassing art, food, wine, and spirits. From weddings to intimate business meetings, the host's and guests' experience at Shores is the #1 priority, which is why our team offers professional event coordination and space planning.

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"Planning an event, no matter the size or complexity, takes time and money," said co-owner Whittrock. "At Shores, we have people, relationships, and systems in place to ensure every event detail is attended to. It's our brand promise to use our gifts and talents of hospitality to create memorable events where our special guests feel cherished through the experience and beyond."

"We're going to leave no stone unturned moving forward at Shores. Free Wi-Fi, ample parking, handicap access, full-service bar, catering partnerships, free set-up and tear-down, and so much more," expressed co-owner Greenman. "We are looking forward to partnering with our community and neighbors to offer a comfortable safe space for people to gather and share their special moments."

Shores is excited to be the host for your wedding and reception, graduation party, corporate gathering, business meeting, class reunion, baby shower, and more. Please contact Shores Event Center (https://www.shoreseventcenter.com/) at 319.775.5367 or visit https://www.shoreseventcenter.com to schedule a tour of their historic facility and to meet with the venue manager.