SMILE Station
4.5(40)
Event Venue
About
SMILE Station offers a bright, modern event space in a historic 1921 firehouse with seating for up to 72 and room for 90. The venue features a commercial kitchen, projector system, baby grand piano, and a gas fireplace, making it ideal for focused business meetings and small receptions.
Recent renovations added a versatile lower-level meeting room perfect for breakout sessions or quiet workspaces. Located in Portland's Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood, SMILE Station combines community character with professional amenities, all within an ADA-accessible, air-conditioned facility.
Best for
- Intimate corporate meetings & presentations
- Team offsites with indoor/outdoor flow
- Community gatherings & networking events
Standout features
Architecture & History
Bungalow-style former firehouse built in 1921
Originally Portland’s Station 20, designed by Battalion Chief Lee Gray Holden, this building is the first of its kind and retains original firehouse elements like the ladder and hose drying shoot in a storage closet.
Event Spaces
Newly remodeled main and lower-level rooms
The 2024 renovation added a versatile basement meeting room alongside the bright, modern main floor with seating for up to 72 and capacity for 90, plus a baby grand piano, fireplace, projector system, and commercial kitchen.
Outdoor & Accessibility
Landscaped grounds with ADA accessibility
The venue includes landscaped outdoor spaces for gatherings, is fully air-conditioned and heated, and offers two ADA-accessible restrooms, ensuring comfort and convenience for all guests.
At a glance
Location & hours
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Hours
SundayClosed
Monday9am – 4pm
Tuesday9am – 4pm
Wednesday9am – 4pm
Thursday9am – 4pm
Friday9am – 4pm
SaturdayClosed
Rated 4.5 on Google · 40 reviews