Heather Hopping
HEAD COORDINATOR
A New Concept in an Old Building
Located in Galesburg, IL, The Vault is a wedding venue that offers historic character and modern amenities all in one stylish space. Situated in the heart of downtown, this one-of-a-kind venue offers 10,000 square feet of flexible event space. This industrial-chic setting is a sure-fire crowd-pleaser, with exposed beams, brick walls, and an open layout that you can customize to bring your unique vision to life.
A Historic Building with a Fresh Story
Originally built in the 1950s as the home of a Ford dealership, the building has been thoughtfully restored while preserving its original character. In 2019, owners Blake and Trent transformed the property through a major renovation, bringing new life to the historic structure and housing their craft brewery, Reserve Artisan Ales. The venue boasts a welcoming atmosphere where industrial charm meets warm hospitality, offering a distinctive setting your guests will remember long after the celebration ends.
Crafting the Dream Wedding Day
The Vault offers everything you need to design a wedding that truly feels like your own. A dedicated onsite event coordinator helps guide you throughout the planning process and ensures everything runs smoothly on the day-of. Outside, a spacious patio provides lounge seating and yard games, perfect for relaxed cocktail hours or evening mingling. Unique touches like trolley transportation, a vintage bus converted into a bar, customizable craft beer menus, and fun add-ons such as charcuterie walls or late-night snacks make the special day truly one of a kind. Reach out today to check availability and start planning a celebration you will cherish forever.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Brewery & Distillery
Historic Venue
Industrial & Warehouse
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Transportation
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Meet the team
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- Heather KurzGeneral ManagerHeather serves as the General Manager and Event Coordinator at The Vault at Reserve Artisan Ales. She loves helping couples turn their ideas into unforgettable celebrations and believes the best weddings feel personal, relaxed, and full of joy. From the first conversation to the final toast, Heather is there to make sure every detail comes together so couples can focus on celebrating with the people they love. Heather has over 3 years of experience in her position!
- Heather HoppingHead CoordinatorHeather is the Head Event Coordinator at The Vault at Reserve Artisan Ales and is passionate about helping couples celebrate one of the most important days of their lives. She enjoys working behind the scenes to keep everything organized, stress free, and running smoothly so couples can fully enjoy their wedding day. Heather has worked in her position for over 3 years!
- Mason HerringOperations ManagerMason serves as our Operations Manager, overseeing the logistical flow of every event. He coordinates room transitions, manages table and layout adjustments, and leads the physical setup of each celebration. From the first arrangement of the room to the final teardown and cleanup at the end of the night, Mason ensures everything runs seamlessly.
- Lindsay BenedictSocial Media ManagerLindsay is our Social Media Manager, capturing and sharing the moments that make our events so special. She manages our online presence and highlights celebrations hosted at the venue. You may spot her throughout the day capturing behind the scenes moments and the little details that make each event unique.
- Blake BenedictOwner and Head BrewerBlake is Co Owner and Head Brewer, crafting the beers at Reserve Artisan Ales and taking a hands on role in both brewing and operations.
- Trent BenedictOwnerTrent is a Co Owner who takes a hands on role in the day to day operations, helping ensure every event and guest experience runs smoothly.
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