The Emerson Venue

The Emerson Venue is an indoor and outdoor event venue on North Avenue in Rossville, on the Georgia side of the Chattanooga area. Its website says it is about 16 minutes from downtown Chattanooga and describes it as a wedding venue that also hosts corporate events, galas and parties. According to the site, the space includes a 9,000 square foot main hall and a courtyard with a cobblestone patio, and the hall seats up to 300 guests for a reception. There is a bridal room, a groom's quarters and onsite lodging for up to 20 guests. Rentals run all day, and couples can choose their own caterer, planner, florist and DJ. The site says alcohol must be served by a licensed and insured bartender.