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Come take a step back into the charm and glamour of
the late 1800s.
Finished in 1899, the Columbia building was the last building built on the first block of East State Street and has been utilized as an event venue for gatherings both large and small. Located on Redland's iconic State Street, this historic gem had been closed for use since 1948.
Speakeasy on State Event Venue opened in 2016 and offers 4000 square feet of elegance, mixed with beautiful hardwood floors, raw exposed brick, and the finest period specific details - found nowhere else in town.
As we've grown, we've realized something important:
Our old name didn’t truly reflect who we are or what we do for our couples.
So in 2026, we made a change — a name that finally aligns with the experiences we create here.
Proudly representing the heartbeat of downtown Redlands, The Veil Wedding Loft boasts two large gathering rooms, each with their own distinct feel, a bridal suite, restrooms, and a preparation kitchen.
Opposite the entrance, The Veil Wedding Loft lets out into the charming City of Redlands Umbrella Alley, perfect for outdoor socializing.
The Veil Wedding Loft Story
Karl C. Wells was a prominent businessman and banker in Redlands during the mid to late 1800s. Notably, he donated the original land for the founding of the University of Redlands in 1907.
Wells had long aspired to own a downtown business building, finally achieving this goal in 1899. While most of East State St. was developed in the late 1880s, the only structure at 10 E. State St. was the home of M. F. Pierce, which was forcibly removed due to a city fire ordinance. In 1899, Wells inaugurated his "Columbia" building, which first housed Meserve’s Clothing Store the following year. By 1902, the Redlands City Directory recorded that the upstairs of 10 E. State St. served as a meeting lodge for the Knights of Pythias, a fraternal organization founded during the American Civil War.
By the late 1930s, the building hosted a chapter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. The City of Redlands leased the VFW hall for community dances and as a recreation center, continuing this use through the 1940s.
After World War II ended in 1945, the VFW relocated, and records of the building's use during this period are sparse.
In 2012, the building was purchased and the second floor was meticulously restored with some modern updates.
The historic charm of the old, historic Columbia Building is preserved, complete with the original red light, the pocket door leading into The Ballroom, and the original hardwood floors.
Now, The Veil Wedding Loft is a beautifully restored venue serving as a vibrant location for a wide array of events.
From weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, bridal and baby showers, church services, game nights, galas, and much more, the rich history and unique features provide an unforgettable backdrop for any occasion, seamlessly blending the past with the present.
