The Franke Building

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Raw space venue

The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $500 for off-peak dates, and $1,500 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 100 seated guests

About this venue

The Franke Building is a historic 1859 event venue located at 171 Church Street in the heart of Charleston's French Quarter. Originally built for 19th-century carriage manufacturing, this beautifully restored space features a light-filled atrium and two private courtyards, accommodating up to 100 guests. Ideal for weddings, ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, and private celebrations, The Franke Building blends historic Charleston charm with flexible, modern event space. Located steps from Charleston's most iconic streets, our venue offers an intimate, elegant setting for your next event.

Seated guest capacity

  • 1-100

Venue type

  • Historic Estates, Mansions
  • Industrial Spaces
  • Parks, Gardens
  • Urban Locations

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
171 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401

Our event spaces

The Franke Building

Located at the iconic corner of Market and Church Streets, where 160+ years of history meets your next celebration.

Whether you are hosting an intimate gathering or a larger celebration, The Franke Building offers a setting that is as memorable as the occasion itself. With exposed brick, skylights, original timber ceilings, and a light-filled interior atrium, the space delivers the kind of architectural character that cannot be replicated.

Guest capacity

Up to 100 Seated

Up to 99 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

The Franke Building

Located at the iconic corner of Market and Church Streets, where 160+ years of history meets your next celebration.

Whether you are hosting an intimate gathering or a larger celebration, The Franke Building offers a setting that is as memorable as the occasion itself. With exposed brick, skylights, original timber ceilings, and a light-filled interior atrium, the space delivers the kind of architectural character that cannot be replicated.

Guest capacity

Up to 100 Seated

Up to 99 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Available services that can be provided by The Franke Building

Services & amenities

  • On-site accommodations
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - paid
  • Wheelchair accessible

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The Franke Building does not offer in-house food or beverage services. We work with a preferred list of licensed and insured caterers and bar service providers. Vendors outside this list may require prior approval.
No, the closest parking garage is on Cumberland St.
Yes, all our facilities are wheelchair accessible.
The rental fee includes access to the space for your event timeframe. The Franke Building is a blank-slate venue — tables, chairs, linens, bar, catering, and décor are not included and must be arranged through outside vendors.

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