Business Details
9 Years
experience
Elegant Wedding & Event Venue in Historic Shreveport Building
Silver Lake Ballroom, established in 2017, is a full-service event venue rooted in Shreveport, Louisiana's rich history. Located in the meticulously restored 1931 Hunter Building, our spaces blend Art Deco elegance with modern functionality, offering 14,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor areas. Our team, led by Venue Manager Emily Wilkins, specializes in creating seamless experiences for weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings. We pride ourselves on preserving architectural heritage while providing state-of-the-art amenities, including a fully equipped warming kitchen, on-site parking, and customizable decor. With a commitment to personalized service, we collaborate closely with clients to ensure every detail reflects their vision.Our historical venue, steeped in local lore, has hosted diverse events from film shoots to bar mitzvahs, embodying hometown pride and professional excellence. Security personnel, a doorman, and dedicated event staff ensure every occasion runs smoothly. The brainchild of Shreveport native Martha Rice Russell, our mission is to revitalize downtown through timeless celebrations. By combining 90 years of architectural legacy with contemporary event planning expertise, we create unforgettable moments in a space that honors the past while embracing the future.
Services
Wedding Venue
Corporate Events
Bridal Suite
Event Coordination
Photo Shoots
Banquet Dinners
Dance Parties
Luncheons
Conferences
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 14,000 square feet of flexible event space across five unique areas
- Our on-site venue coordinator ensures seamless event planning
- We provide free on-site parking for 50+ vehicles
- Our spaces combine historic Art Deco architecture with modern amenities
- We offer customizable catering options and banquet furniture
Services
Wedding Venue
Our historic wedding venue offers 14,000 square feet of flexible spaces including a grand ballroom, heritage room, and outdoor areas. Couples benefit from customizable layouts, vintage decor, and modern amenities in a 1931 Art Deco building. On-site coordination ensures seamless execution of ceremonies and receptions.
Corporate Events
The venue accommodates corporate functions with 5,000 sq ft of dedicated meeting space featuring exposed brick walls, industrial lighting, and built-in bars. Our professional staff provides AV support and catering services in a unique historical setting that enhances business gatherings.
Bridal Suite
The Lakeview Room bridal suite features antique furnishings, oversized mirrors, and natural lighting for pre-wedding preparations. This private space includes a secret passage for the bride's entrance and accommodates hair/makeup artists and wedding party members.
Event Coordination
Venue Manager Emily Wilkins offers comprehensive event planning from layout design to vendor coordination. Our team handles decor, menu planning, and entertainment logistics to ensure stress-free execution of your vision.
Photo Shoots
The building's Art Deco architecture and industrial elements create ideal backdrops for photography. We provide access to multiple indoor/outdoor spaces with varying lighting conditions and historical features that enhance visual storytelling for professional photographers.
People
Martha Rice Russell
Business Owner
Shreveport native Martha Rice Russell revitalized the historic Hunter Building to create Silver Lake Ballroom. Her vision preserves architectural heritage while providing modern event spaces that celebrate local history and community pride.
Emily Wilkins
Venue Manager
Emily Wilkins brings organizational expertise and event passion to coordinate seamless celebrations. Her adaptability and attention to detail ensure clients' special days unfold perfectly in our historic venue.
Questions
What types of events can be hosted at Silver Lake Ballroom?
We accommodate weddings, corporate events, luncheons, conferences, banquets, dance parties, and photo shoots in our versatile 14,000 sq ft space.
Is the venue historically significant?
Yes, our Art Deco building was constructed in 1931 as the Hunter Oil and Investment Company headquarters and features original architectural elements.
What amenities are included with venue rental?
Our full-service venue includes banquet furniture, catering options, a warming kitchen, on-site parking, and event-day staff coordination.
Are there accessibility features available?
Yes, we provide handicap ramps in The Heritage Room and accessible restrooms in our Dressing Room facility.
Can I schedule a private tour of the venue?
Personal tours are available by appointment - contact us through our website or call 318-426-3066 to schedule a visit.
Reviews (6)
Greg Ryan
Jul 26, 2021
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Beautiful place for a wedding or any special event. The staff was awesome and worked in the background to make everything go smoothly. This was an event I was invited to so I'm letting you know from a participant's point of view.
Sassy Williams
Jun 09, 2021
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Emily is exceptionally accommodating and will make sure any event is customized to your budget, number of guest and overall theme. I've coordinated 4 weddings and a high school dance here in less than 8 months. Each time has been a joy! Wish I could give more than 5 stars!
Landy Trapp
Feb 24, 2021
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I corresponded with the coordinator, Emily, at Silver Lake ballroom via phone and email for several weeks. When I mentioned that my fiance and I were both male the coordinator simply stopped replying to my emails. When I tried to reach out via phone. I could not get any call backs. If Silver Lake Ballroom did not want to do business with us because we are LGBTQ that is fine. I would rather give my 10's of thousands of dollars to someone who wants it.
Like 601 Spring who was very accommodating or Terri at Supper Club. The problem I have is the unprofessional way this was handled. Just tell us you don't want to or can't work with us. YOU DON'T EVEN HAVE TO ADMIT WHY! If you want to stand on your "moral" conviction then do that.
Like 601 Spring who was very accommodating or Terri at Supper Club. The problem I have is the unprofessional way this was handled. Just tell us you don't want to or can't work with us. YOU DON'T EVEN HAVE TO ADMIT WHY! If you want to stand on your "moral" conviction then do that.
Tom Oster
Jan 01, 2021
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Fantastic historical venue. The owners and staff are really great people and they do an excellent job of taking care of the guests.
Sarah Seale
Jun 18, 2020
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This place is gorgeous! It is so unique to any other venue in Shreveport. The outside area is so amazing. A real gem to Shreveport! I also think they have an incredible staff that was very helpful. I appreciate all that they include and I did my research! They are top notch and very reasonable in price.
Syed Adil Mehmood Md
Dec 30, 2016
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We recently had a party at the ballroom. Everything was amazing. Allie went above and beyond to help arrange and coordinate the event. She made us very comfortable in our first meeting. From the decor to food arrangements everything was taken care of just the way we wanted. They have amazing collection of centerpieces drapes and table linen. All in all I would have to rate it as one of the best experiences we have had so far in arranging a beautiful party at a reasonable price.
