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History

Opened in September 2006, Wellington Place is located at 317 Park Central East in Springfield, MO with entrance at the Historic Gillioz Theatre. Owned and operated by DBD Gourmet Inc., this reception / convention facility proves to be one of the most sought after in the Springfield area. In business since fall of 2006, the ballroom has been host to many different events bringing a country club feel to the downtown area. Please contact our Sales Department with any questions you might have.

History Past and History In The Making

Wellington Place is located on the second floor of the historic Netters' Department store building on Park Central East. Built in 1915 Netters was home to the hottest fashion of the day. Second floor, ladies apparel, is where ladies would be sent for their viewing of the latest style in wedding gowns. Bridal dressing rooms walled with hand painted murals were the perfect place to find the dress for your special day. Bordered by the Gillioz Theatre, Netters was a downtown Springfield icon. In the 1970's downtown businesses began moving to other parts of town leaving the area empty and unused. In 1979 the Gillioz Theatre closed and was soon occupied by the homeless community seeking shelter.

In 1987 Jim D. Morris purchased the Gillioz Theatre storefront and then the theatre house in 1990 to prevent its transformation, like so many other downtown buildings, into a nightclub. In 1992 the Gillioz property was deeded to the Springfield Landmarks Preservation Trust to begin a campaign toward reconstruction. In 1998 the trust acquired the Netters building in hopes to use the space as income property to support the theatre and its efforts. In June of 2006 the second floor of Netters, now called Ronald and Nancy Regan Center, Jim D. Morris Building, began transformation into what is now known as Wellington Place. Once home to ecstatic brides searching for the perfect gown now host to receptions as the perfect end to a perfect day, this building is steeped in matrimonial history. Wellington Place is truly a beautiful spot for any event you might be hosting.