Thornton Distilling Co. Bridal Fair & Open House

Thornton Distilling Co.

400 East Margaret Street, 60476, Thornton, IL, United States

Thornton Distilling Co.

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Craft Distillery, Restaurant & Event Space.Thorton Distilling Co., maker of Dead Drop Spirits, is a craft distillery and wedding venue located in Thornton, Illinois. TDC is centrally located just a short drive south of Chicago. The rich history of our distillery dates back to 1857 when John Bielfeldt built the Bielfeldt Brewing Company here on the scenic banks of Thorn Creek.Facilities and CapacityLocated next to the largest forest preserve in the region and built in 1857, our building is the oldest standing brewery in Illinois and one of the oldest in the US. The building once housed Al Capone's largest bootlegging facility during prohibition and has survived fires, floods, a tornado, and even a government raid during Prohibition in the 1920s.Thornton Distilling Co. has now been restored to its former glory with modern amenities. The event space offers an industrial-chic style that is both timeless and elegant. Standing as a testament to Chicago's enduring spirit, this venue is proud to share both its history and unique experience with couples celebrating a new chapter of their lives together. There is plenty to both see and explore at Thornton Distilling Co. Light floods into nearly every room, illuminating the brick and steel structure with an ethereal glow.Services OfferedCouples who are seeking a truly outstanding and memorable venue are encouraged to reach out to discuss their wants and needs to find a solution that is tailor-fit to their wedding occasion.If you're interested in learning more about booking our event space for your big day please contact us today! Kim@thorntondistilling.com or visit us online to schedule a historic tour.Visit us online to schedule a tour of our historic property and explore why we were just awarded the "Illinois Maker" designation by the state of Illinois. Our tour takes guests back in time and highlights our building's rich history spanning nearly two centuries from its inception in 1857-- throughout the Prohibition Era when Al Capone took control-- to today as a craft distillery that distills single malt whiskey, rum and gin. The tour takes guests down underneath the distillery into the historic1857 limestone-filtered artesian well and our production floor.