The Graily Event Venue
ABOUT
Our History
As owners of Colonial Restoration Group Inc., we have had the opportunity to renovate and bring back to life numerous houses and buildings in the beautiful historic town of Waxahachie so we decided to take a chance and restore the building for an event center for the community. We have always had a passion for breathing new life into something old, but the renovation of the old Bullard Heights School has been one of our most exciting projects to date. We look forward to hosting your event at this unique historic venue now known as THE GRAILY!
OUR
Event Spaces
MEETING ROOMS
UP TO 50 GUESTS
THE RECEPTION ROOM
175 GUESTS SEATED | 250 GUESTS COCKTAIL
UPSTAIRS SUITE
The Upstairs Suite hosts a wonderful lounge and bar area that can be used as a bridal suite, cocktail hour, or to host an event of your choosing. This space features tufted leather sofas, an antique farm table and seating for 8, two smart TVs, large gilded antique mirrors, and a bar area. The natural light beaming through the bay of iron doors makes this the perfect place to get ready for your big day and the upstairs balcony has a beautiful view of the courtyard and surrounding area. The space also has two bathrooms, one having a large full-body mirror and bench that is perfect for a dressing space. There is also a private closet with keypad access to house personal belongings during events.
COURTYARD
Our beautiful turfed courtyard can be used for your ceremony, reception, cocktail hour, or other event. Featuring grand iron courtyard doors, magnolia trees, black metal planters, and beautiful blooms year-round, the courtyard has a timeless elegance against the backdrop of the historic building. With room to accommodate 200+ guests, the courtyard is the perfect location for your event. The custom iron courtyard doors and the venue’s modern iron windows also provide a unique backdrop for portraits and bridal party photos.
THE GRAILY
AMENITIES
VENUE RENTAL INCLUDES:
Antique Finish Cross Back Chairs
Beautifully crafted 8’ farm tables
Inlaid Wood Cocktail Tables
venue concierge
Elegant raised panel portable bars with matching bar backs
Outdoor Turfed Courtyard for ceremony and/or event
Open vendor policy
Set up and break down of furniture
1-hour rehearsal (when schedule permits)
1-hour Design meeting
12-hour rental time with a 5-hour event time
(Additional hours available at an hourly rate)
GUEST
LODGING
We not only have a space to create the event of your dreams, but we also have a home next door to the venue as an additional rental space. The Gray Manor is a beautiful Craftsman-style home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms that can be rented for a groom’s suite or for out-of-town guest accommodations. We are currently in the process of building more homes that will be available soon, so please inquire about completion dates for your event.
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