About The Dealership Venue
MEET OUR FOUNDERS:
The Morski Family
Kyle Morski, owner of The Dealership Event Venue, is a lifelong Oxford resident & Oxford High School graduate (class of ’06.) His professional career began in Automotive and he is an avid fan of classic & muscle cars.
In 2014, he proposed to his wife, Lisa. During the wedding planning process, Kyle became interested in the events business – in particular, event rentals for chiavari chairs and tables. Kyle & Lisa were married in 2015, and over the next two years, Kyle began building a new business: Great Lakes Chiavari. He opened in 2017 and became successful rather quickly, so he left his career in automotive to focus full-time on events.
Since then, Great Lakes Chiavari has done over 1,000 events, averaging 150-250 per year. With his growing passion & skill in the events space, he decided to acquire In Good Taste, an event rental company in Oxford, in March 2020.
In 2022, Kyle & Lisa decided to create their own events venue in the Oxford area. In January of 2023, they made an offer on 22 N. Washington St., the old Williams Art Glass facility in downtown Oxford. Now, they’re renovating this historic building and former auto dealership into an elegant event space with an industrial / rustic appeal for events of all kinds.
THE DEALERSHIP:
A Short History
- May 14, 1915
Foundation is poured for D.H. Parker’s new auto service facility called “Enterprise Garage” which is to be over 5000 square feet, on North Washington St.
Foundation is poured for D.H. Parker’s new auto service facility called “Enterprise Garage” which is to be over 5000 square feet, on North Washington St.
May 14, 1915 - September 17, 1915
D.H. Parker’s new Enterprise Garage opens for business and offers; “Free Air, Vulcanizing, Oxyacetylene Welding, Machine Work, Overhauling.”
D.H. Parker’s new Enterprise Garage opens for business and offers; “Free Air, Vulcanizing, Oxyacetylene Welding, Machine Work, Overhauling.”
September 17, 1915
- February 11, 1916
Oxford High School decides to hold home basketball games at the Enterprise Garage. For a couple years, the school’s home basketball games were all played at the garage. (No gym was yet built at H.S. on Washington St.)
Oxford High School decides to hold home basketball games at the Enterprise Garage. For a couple years, the school’s home basketball games were all played at the garage. (No gym was yet built at H.S. on Washington St.)
February 11, 1916 - May 18, 1917
Enterprise Garage is appointed as a dealer for the “Maxwell” and “Hudson” automobiles.
Enterprise Garage is appointed as a dealer for the “Maxwell” and “Hudson” automobiles.
May 18, 1917 - October 5, 1917
D.H. Parker begins selling Ford Automobiles, Trucks and Chassis and Fordson Tractors from his Enterprise Garage.
D.H. Parker begins selling Ford Automobiles, Trucks and Chassis and Fordson Tractors from his Enterprise Garage.
October 5, 1917 - September 1, 1927
Ray Howland assumes sole ownership of the Ford Dealership, and naming it “R.J.Howland Ford Sales,” also continuing with the sale of Sinclair gasoline at the curb.
Ray Howland assumes sole ownership of the Ford Dealership, and naming it “R.J.Howland Ford Sales,” also continuing with the sale of Sinclair gasoline at the curb.
September 1, 1927 - December 18, 1936
Ray Howland appointed new Packard dealer for Oxford at his N. Washington St. garage, now named “R.J. Howland Packard Sales.”
Ray Howland appointed new Packard dealer for Oxford at his N. Washington St. garage, now named “R.J. Howland Packard Sales.”
December 18, 1936 - December 12, 1938
Ray Howland becomes the Oxford dealer for Oldsmobile, while continuing with the Packard and Willys/Overland vehicles as well as Sinclair gas.
Ray Howland becomes the Oxford dealer for Oldsmobile, while continuing with the Packard and Willys/Overland vehicles as well as Sinclair gas.
December 12, 1938 - June 22, 1945
Ray Howland retires and sells his dealership to Archie B. (A.B.) Clothier and A. George Smith of Oxford. The business is named Clothier & Smith and continues selling Packard, Oldsmobile and Willys cars and trucks.
Ray Howland retires and sells his dealership to Archie B. (A.B.) Clothier and A. George Smith of Oxford. The business is named Clothier & Smith and continues selling Packard, Oldsmobile and Willys cars and trucks.
June 22, 1945 - January 12, 1951
Superior Auto Company Inc., the local Chevrolet, Buick, and Pontiac dealer, rents a large portion of the Howland Garage on N. Washington St. for a used car display area.
Superior Auto Company Inc., the local Chevrolet, Buick, and Pontiac dealer, rents a large portion of the Howland Garage on N. Washington St. for a used car display area.
January 12, 1951 - December 14, 1951
A new manufacturing firm, Oxford Manufacturing Company, occupies the building. The firm’s operations include automatic screw machine work, broaching, grinding, and other precision metal treating work. The company remodels the interior with new lighting and office areas and plans to upgrade the front of the building to enhance the appearance of the street.
A new manufacturing firm, Oxford Manufacturing Company, occupies the building. The firm’s operations include automatic screw machine work, broaching, grinding, and other precision metal treating work. The company remodels the interior with new lighting and office areas and plans to upgrade the front of the building to enhance the appearance of the street.
December 14, 1951 - June 24, 1959
The Oxford Village Council votes to allow an official zoning change from Commercial to Light Industrial for the building, so that Howard Brown, owner of Production Gear Company, could re-locate his Oxford plant to the site.
The Oxford Village Council votes to allow an official zoning change from Commercial to Light Industrial for the building, so that Howard Brown, owner of Production Gear Company, could re-locate his Oxford plant to the site.
June 24, 1959 - December 3, 1983
Rick and Karen Williams move Sunset Antiques from 153 S. Washington Street to the former Howland building at 22 N. Washington St. and open Williams Art Glass Studio, along with their Sunset Antiques business.
Rick and Karen Williams move Sunset Antiques from 153 S. Washington Street to the former Howland building at 22 N. Washington St. and open Williams Art Glass Studio, along with their Sunset Antiques business.
December 3, 1983 - January 2, 2023
Local business owner Kyle Morski & family purchase 22 N. Washington St. to begin re-development into an event venue for weddings, receptions, showers, parties and more, creating an opportunity to add value to Oxford’s downtown area.
Local business owner Kyle Morski & family purchase 22 N. Washington St. to begin re-development into an event venue for weddings, receptions, showers, parties and more, creating an opportunity to add value to Oxford’s downtown area.
January 2, 2023
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Features & Amenities
Among our many amenities are beautiful bistro lights, the sophistication of open-air allure with overhead doors leading to a patio at the rear entrance, a designated food preparation space equipped with refrigeration, and strategically-placed power outlets for innovative lighting arrangements. The Dealership Event Venue is on historic Downtown Oxford’s main thoroughfare, Washington Street. Our back patio opens onto the downtown’s newly-upgraded community space, the Village Patio, which adds to the classic, elegant aesthetic of our venue.
Here are just a few of the other features you and your guests will enjoy:
Food Truck Friendly
Our rear parking area is designed to easily accommodate food trucks, making it a breeze to bring a diverse culinary experience to your event.
Cocktail Hour Haven
Utilize our patio space to create a captivating cocktail hour ambiance, where your guests can unwind and socialize in style.
Tented Elegance
Transform our patio into an enchanting space with the option to add a tent, providing shelter while maintaining the beauty of the outdoors.
Showcase
Have a cherished car or motorcycle collection to Showcase? Our patio offers an exceptional setting to proudly display your prized possessions.
Trusted Vendor Options
While you’re not limited to these choices, we’ve compiled a list of excellent vendors. These professionals come highly recommended, making them a great starting point for your planning journey.
Great Lakes Chiavari
Preferred Vendor
Chiavari Chairs, Farm Tables & More
https://greatlakeschiavari.com
Parsonage Events
Florist, Floral Decor, Centerpieces & More
https://www.parsonageflowers.com
Butorac Events & Decor
Event Planning & Day-Of Coordination
Couture Linens
Linens, Chair Covers, Centerpieces & More
http://couturelinensandevents.com
Celebrity Catering
Catering, Bar Service, China Rental
https://www.celebritycateringusa.com
Forever Memories Events
Day of Coordination
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