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Built in 1882 and originally used as a warehouse to store cotton and cigars, the Old Cigar Warehouse has had a rich life as the home of a grocery store distribution center, a gospel choir music hall, and even a rock-climbing gym. In 2013, our owner found the building that had been left vacant for over a decade. After a careful and detailed restoration, the building is now one of the most iconic and historic landmarks in Greenville, South Carolina. Today, our story is one of hosting over 150 each year, including weddings, corporate events, and socials. We are proud to provide an authentic yet unique atmosphere that guests will remember for decades to come.
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The Old Cigar Warehouse is one of the first companies founded under High Spirits Hospitality, one of Greenville's most recognizable event hospitality companies. Lead by CEO Tammy Johnson, High Spirits Hospitality owns and operates Liquid Catering, The Old Cigar Warehouse, Bravo1 Protection, High Spirits Events, and Topside Pool Club. We started out as a small bartending company working out of Tammy's garage, and have grown into a sustainable business with 30 full-time employees and over 100 part-time employees. All of our brands are unique and serve a different purpose, but we operate all of them with the vision of providing exceptional, hospitality-driven service for each and every guest and client we encounter.
VENUE SALES TEAM
We use a team approach to booking and planning events at The Old Cigar Warehouse. The sales team are here to walk you through the process of booking the venue by providing pricing, availability, and answer any questions you may have. They will also take you a private tour of our venue, walk you through the booking process, and can even help you along your planning. They have a wealth of knowledge on our space and are happy to help you turn your event vision to reality.
WEDDING & EVENTS Director
As wedding and event director, Hannah ia committed to you and your big day! If you hire our directing team, she will work to compile a timeline that fits each unique client needs as well as set up décor and assist with executing a seamless event. Hannah meets with each client during the planning process to finalize each and every detail they envision on their big day! She's experienced in alleviating hundreds of planning steps so you can enjoy your moment.
Event Team
Since we have over 125 events a year, it takes a fantastic team to manage the operations and execution of all the events. This team will be the ones to set-up your event, manage the venue during, and oversee the staff working your event.
MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION
Our Admin and Operations Team oversee the logistics and operations for Old Cigar Warehouse. This team takes care of the finances, marketing, and overall management of the venue. Although you probably won't work with them directly, they are a key part of our team!
Over the years we have been proud to grow into one of Greenville's most sought after event venues. Below are just a few of our proudest accomplishments!
- To date, the venue has seen over 500 events annually since its renovation and re-opening in 2013.
- The venue has received the WeddingWire Couple's Choice Award every year since we opened.
- In April of 2017, The Old Cigar Warehouse, High Spirits Hospitality and Lunazul 100% Agave Tequila produced a sold-out, 1,200-person event for Tacos n' Tequila Fiesta. It was the first-ever festival of its kind in downtown Greenville. Now the festival is planning is 4th Fiesta for 2020!
- In February of 2016, The Old Cigar Warehouse hosted a Presidential CNN Town Hall with Anderson Cooper featuring Marco Rubio, Ted Cruz, and Dr. Ben Carson.
