Operated by Valley Hospitality Services, The Bibb Mill Event Center is Georgia’s premier wedding and event venue. Founded in 1999, Valley Hospitality has a rich history of hospitality & event management and both on
Nestled on the banks of the Chattahoochee River, our 117-year-old mill is the perfect location for your next special occasion. We have a dedicated staff with more than 20 years of experience on site to make sure every detail of your event is perfect. Our staff is with you every step of the way from planning your event, picking out a menu tailored just for you, helping choose quality preferred vendors, and anticipating your every need. All you need to do is plan to have a great time; we’ll take care of the rest!
We believe hand-crafted, fresh quality food can be made at every setting. Our team of dedicated chefs
1902
Bibb Mill Village was born including the original mill and 100 mill houses for workers.
1920
The mill was further expanded making the complex more than 1 million square-feet. It would become one of the largest in the South, producing more than all other Columbus mills combined.
1940’s
Due to World War II, Bill Mill expanded further to support
1998
After almost a century of operation, the entire Bibb Manufacturing Company closed its doors. The last day of operation was March 20, 1998
2008
Over 100 years of history was lost when the original part of the Bibb Mill, went up in flames and burnt to the ground, only leaving the front façade.
2009
The Garden’s were created from part of the previous Mill, creating some of Columbus’ best breathtaking views of the Chattahoochee River.
Meet our team
Lindsay Norton
Director, The Bibb Mill
Lindsay joined the Valley Hospitality team as an Assistant General Manager of the Fife and Drum restaurant in 2007, located in the National Infantry Museum. Since then, she has advanced and refined her skills as an event planner, designer
Donny Troutman, CEC
VP Food and Beverage, Valley Hospitality Services, Inc.
Jeffrey Brammer, CEC
Corporate Chef, Valley Hospitality Services, Inc. and The Bibb Mill
Katy Anderson
Senior Events Manager at The Bibb Mill
Katy joined the Valley Hospitality team as a Banquet Bartender in June 2012 at the National Infantry Museum. Shortly after working there she was promoted to Banquet Captain and then to Banquet Manager by 2014 at the Doubletree by Hilton hotel. She now is the Senior Events Manager at The Bibb Mill Event Center.
3715 1st Avenue
Columbus, GA 31904
706.225.9309