The Altman Building

The Altman Building is a private event venue located at 135 West 18th Street in Chelsea, New York City, originally built in 1896 as the carriage house for the B. Altman and Company department store. The venue offers 14,000 square feet across two floors, with a virtually column-free main floor featuring custom hardwood floors, vaulted exposed brick ceilings, expansive arch windows, VIP rooms, audio visual capabilities, and hotel concierge amenities. Operating as an event venue since 1998, the space has hosted intimate private gatherings, corporate conferences, and black tie galas. Located at 135 West 18th Street, Chelsea, New York City. Reviewers highlight the open, flexible layout that accommodates 100 to 400 guests across two floors, and describe the staff as friendly and accommodating; some note the setup density and entrance area as areas for improvement.