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It may be hard to imagine that a one-time hospital laundromat could be turned into an elegant events venue, but that’s exactly what has happened at Palladium Saint Louis in Lafayette Square. The space’s dramatic floating mezzanine and soaring, two-story windows with cityscape views are a long way from its previous incarnation as part of City Hospital.

“Palladium Saint Louis is a modern revitalization of a historic 1937 building, and we’ve pulled out all the stops,” says Richard Nix, president of Butler’s Pantry, the catering company behind the new venue. “The space has a sophisticated ambience and sleek contemporary design. It’s not the usual chandeliers-and-tufted-walls look that you find in most hotel ballrooms, but it doesn’t seem like a bar or disco, either. It’s elegant and unique.”

The venue officially opens Saturday, Nov. 7, appropriately with a benefit gala celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Landmarks Association of St. Louis.
by Tony DiMartino

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In 1856 the original structure was destroyed by fire and rebuilt. Devastation hit again with the cyclone of 1896 that caused massive damage in and around Lafayette Square Park. Patients would not return to the hospital until 1905, and the large Georgian style administration building facing Lafayette Avenue was complete by 1910.

Patient history and care has mixed accounts. The hospital began as a state-of-the-art facility, unlike any other hospital in St. Louis. However, the hospital had fundamental problems, patient reports of abuse and neglect tainted the hospitals reputation. In the 1950’s St. Louis City’s population peaked around 856,000, it was very densely populated compared to the 330,000 residents that occupy it today. The Laundry facility was pumping out 4,166,368 pounds of laundry in 1957 (DPHW, 1957). The nearby Power Plant burned 15,363 tons of coal to provide electric and steam power to the facility. Over time the facilities would become outdated, over-crowded and under-funded, lowering the standard of care to deplorable levels.

 

 

 

Butler’s Pantry to Open Premier Event Venue in Historic Lafayette Square

Butler’s Pantry, Saint Louis’ most innovative and creative catering company, is transforming the former laundry facility of the City Hospital into a premier event space—the Palladium. Built in 1937, the building had languished in Lafayette Square for years. Now restoration of this historic building is underway and the Palladium’s first event is scheduled for Fall 2009.

“The Palladium has been a dream of mine for a long time,” said Richard Nix Jr., president of Butler’s Pantry. “A venue of this caliber will make a great addition to Saint Louis’ downtown scene.”

Butler’s Pantry hired designer Mark Herman to design the former laundry building’s metamorphosis into a glamorous and hip venue. His interior designer is creating a sophisticated ambiance with a sleek and modern decor.

When finished, the Palladium will be a spectacular space designed to accommodate up to an astounding 700 people. The chef’s kitchen will span three stories and will be equipped to create gourmet food for guests. Palladium guests will enjoy dining and dancing the night away in the gorgeous Palladium, with its two-story windows overlooking the historic Lafayette Square neighborhood.

They said it couldn’t be done.
We’re doing it.
They said Saint Louis needs some excitement.
We’re providing it.
They said we need a dazzling, vibrant venue.
It’s coming.

 

Palladium Saint Louis • Setting the Scene

 

Palladium Saint Louis is a piece of history brought back to life. Vacant since 1985, the 6,500-square-foot site was built in 1937 as the laundry facility for City Hospital. The site has been carefully restored including the original ceiling and metal truss work and the building has been crowned with a replica of the historic cupola. Just name it and we can do it in this landmark space!

 

With room for up to 700, Palladium Saint Louis is the distinctive choice for weddings, social gatherings, corporate functions and galas. Located in Lafayette Square at Park Avenue and Park Place, Palladium Saint Louis has convenient access to I-64, I-55 and I-44. Your guests will be captivated when they see:

 

•The large floating Mezzanine that overlooks the event space and the City skyline

•Two-story windows offering a cityscape view

•Artistic “petals” that provide personalized room designs

•Dramatic lighting and state-of-the-art audio and visual capability

•Valet and on-site parking

 

To learn how to make your next event the talk of the town, please continue to check our website and blog at palladium-stl.com or call our team at 314-799-8886 or email info@palladium-stl.com.