The Historic Maxwell Room

The Historic Maxwell Room A warm, charismatic, intimate space with a private courtyard for any private or corporate event. Forty feet of bar, large dance floor and private entrance

Situated on one of the oldest sites in Ft. Lauderdale, the Maxwell Room has a long and varied history. First erected in 1925, the structure was name the Maxwell Arcade for its developer, Fred Maxwell. The Arcade was, and remains today, a premier Boom period example of classic Mediterranean Revival architecture. Since then the mediterranean Village had housed many notable businesses, from photo sho

ps to attorney's offices, restaurants to recording studios. When the Andrews Avenue bridge first opened in 1905, allowing easy access to the south side of the New River, Ft. Lauderdale experienced a rapid expansion. Soon, a seminole camp neighbored a fish packing house on the site, and by 1919 the city's first public tourist camp occupied the site, temporary abode of many "tin can tourists." Today, the brick arches and colonnades of the Maxwell Room seem to harbor countless reflections throughout its years, from 1925 to the present. A reminder that while the world has changed and grown a fast-paced race, some things retain the charm and elegance of bygone days. The Maxwell Room is the perfect location for your wedding, reception, cocktail party or corporate event.

• Our venue is ideal for
• Wedding receptions
• Banquets
• Special Events
• Birthdays
• Corporate Functions
• Rehearsal Dinners
• etc. We offer Complete personalized service
• with individually designed menus
• customized cuisine
• cakes
• Hors d'oeuvres
• full bar
• live music

At the Maxwell Room, business luncheons and dinner parties of up to 180 guests, or as few as 30 can be easily accomodated.

09/02/2024

Sadly, I must announce the closure of the Historic Downtowner and Maxwell Room, effective October 6. This decision was not made lightly. I carefully weighed the hard facts and numerous complex issues against every possible solution and alternative. In the end, there just wasn’t a reasonable or viable option to keep the business going at this location.

I hope that the legacy of the Downtowner will live on through the fun times, the friendships, the happy guests, and the countless memories we’ve all created. My greatest joy in owning the Downtowner is not its success, but the incredible people I’ve had the privilege to meet, and the friendships formed over the years.

As this chapter of the Downtowner and Maxwell Room closes, I sincerely thank you all for your unwavering support, love, and the unforgettable memories we've shared together."

RC

Not everyone wants to dance all night! Our little guests are always the most entertaining.
07/29/2024

Not everyone wants to dance all night! Our little guests are always the most entertaining.

Just another beautiful couple sharing their love at the Maxwell Room!
07/11/2024

Just another beautiful couple sharing their love at the Maxwell Room!

All celebrations are extra special when they are hosted at the Maxwell Room.
06/05/2024

All celebrations are extra special when they are hosted at the Maxwell Room.

Set in our beautiful Historic Maxwell Room, O Come All Ye Faithful by Justin Gigliello. This clip is currently playing...
12/25/2023

Set in our beautiful Historic Maxwell Room, O Come All Ye Faithful by Justin Gigliello. This clip is currently playing on a National News Channel. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at the Downtowner and Maxwell Room.

O Come All Ye Faithful music video performed by Justin Gigliello in collaboration with Newsmax for the Holiday season.

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10 South New River Drive East
Fort Lauderdale, FL
33301

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+19548811539

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Situated on one of the oldest sites in Ft. Lauderdale, the Maxwell Room has a long and varied history. First erected in 1925, the structure was name the Maxwell Arcade for its developer, Fred Maxwell. The Arcade was, and remains today, a premier Boom period example of classic Mediterranean Revival architecture. Since then the mediterranean Village had housed many notable businesses, from photo shops to attorney's offices, restaurants to recording studios. When the Andrews Avenue bridge first opened in 1905, allowing easy access to the south side of the New River, Ft. Lauderdale experienced a rapid expansion. Soon, a seminole camp neighbored a fish packing house on the site, and by 1919 the city's first public tourist camp occupied the site, temporary abode of many "tin can tourists." Today, the brick arches and colonnades of the Maxwell Room seem to harbor countless reflections throughout its years, from 1925 to the present. A reminder that while the world has changed and grown a fast-paced race, some things retain the charm and elegance of bygone days. The Maxwell Room is the perfect location for your wedding, reception, cocktail party or corporate event. • Our venue is ideal for • Wedding receptions • Banquets • Special Events • Birthdays • Corporate Functions • Rehearsal Dinners • etc. We offer Complete personalized service • with individually designed menus • customized cuisine • cakes • Hors d'oeuvres • full bar • live music At the Maxwell Room, business luncheons and dinner parties of up to 180 guests, or as few as 30 can be easily accomodated.