Villa Elisabeth
The listed historical building, dating from 1907, captivates with its timeless elegance. A spacious foyer and a wide staircase with wrought-iron railings lead to the gallery hall. Stucco-decorated columns and arches support the gallery, while the characteristic herringbone parquet flooring, half-height wood paneling, and heavy double wooden doors underscore the historic charm of this carefully renovated ballroom. Outside, the church park, also a listed building, is a green gem in the center of Berlin that invites visitors to linger.
History of the Villa
Villa Elisabeth was built according to plans by architect Adolf Bürckner and inaugurated in 1907 as the parish hall of the neighboring Schinkel Church of St. Elisabeth. The villa was a place of lively community life and, after the destruction of the church in 1945, also served as a place of worship until the merger of the Elisabeth parish in 1998. In 2003, the Kultur Büro Elisabeth was founded to use Villa Elisabeth together with St. Elisabeth Church as a cultural venue for the general public. Today, Villa Elisabeth offers space for a wide-ranging, curated cultural program and other special events.
Profile
Central Venue for Arts and Culture
St. Elisabeth is a main venue for the public cultural program curated by the artistic director: concerts by professional ensembles, with a focus on new music, sound art, early music, new concert formats, interdisciplinary and site-specific projects, contemporary music theater, performances, contemporary dance, installations, and exhibitions are all possible in the church. Applications for the cultural program should be sent by email to kultur@elisabeth.berlin. The criteria for accepting cultural projects can be found on acceptance of cultural projects.
Events
In addition to its public cultural program, St. Elisabeth is available for various events. The church offers space for meetings, conferences, festivals, award ceremonies, film shoots, fashion shows, dinners, and other stylish events. Are you looking for a special event venue in the heart of Berlin? You can find further information on our event venue page.
The private use of the church is not possible. We do not consider requests for private parties and celebrations such as birthdays or weddings.
Key Figures Villa Elisabeth
Premises and Capacities
Premises and Capacities
Hall on the 1st floor (305 sqm), gallery on the 2nd floor (171 sqm), an adjoining room to the hall with a separate staircase. Foyer on the ground floor (141 sqm), studio 1+2 (132 sqm, can be divided by a curtain), studio 3 (53 sqm), main staircase. 1 accessible toilet on the ground floor, ladies' toilet on the 1st floor, men's toilet on the 2nd floor. Elevator to the upper floors for accessibility is in planning. Hall: 400 people standing, 230 with row seating, plus 50 people in the gallery, max. 200 with banquet seating. No parking available on site. Delivery zones available.
Facilities / Technical Equipment / Catering
Facilities / Technical Equipment / Catering
400 white designer chairs, 120 stackable chairs, 30 buffet tables, 1 reception desk and 1 bar counter (including lighting), 6 coat racks, 1 Steinway D-274 concert grand piano, 12 stage platforms, sound and lighting equipment, projector, screen, more available on request. Inventory list and seating plans on our homepage. One high-voltage connection per floor; however, max. 100 A on the 1st and 2nd floors.
For artistic events, drinks are served at the bar in the foyer. For rentals, we are happy to provide a customized complete package on request. (However, there is no obligation to use our catering and technology partners.)
Note: Legal noise protection regulations must be observed after 10 p.m. There is a driving and delivery ban on the entire premises between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. Smoking is prohibited in all rooms; candles may only be used in fireproof containers with sand or water.
Accessibility
Accessibility
The hall in Villa Elisabeth is located on the first floor, and unfortunately we do not yet have an elevator. Persons with limited mobility are kindly requested to contact the office in advance by telephone (030/44043644). We will endeavor to offer a solution with our staff. Accessibility measures are currently being planned.
Further information
Important information, such as floor plans, seating plans, inventory, electrical plans, and more, can be downloaded as PDF files in the corresponding section:
www.elisabeth.berlin/de/media/downloads
Pictures:
www.flickr.com/photos/130386592@N04/albums
360° View of Villa Elisabeth:
tours.nexpics.com/visitberlin/