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

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Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Custom Package Request

Custom request

Not sure which package fits? Tell us about your event and the venue will work with you to build the right experience from scratch.

What's typically included

Space & layout
Food & beverage
AV & technology

Venue Details

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

Rated 4.5 on Google · 40 reviews