The Davis-Shai House

Name

The Davis-Shai House

Legal name

Heath Community Arts Council

Website

https://davisshaihouse.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Davis-Shai House is a nonprofit arts and cultural event center in Heath, Ohio, operated by the Heath Community Arts Council in an 1861 historic home, serving Central Ohio with venue rentals, catering, and community programming for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Venue Rental and Catering Services

NAICS

Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71), Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions (7121), Historical Sites (71212)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Large Group & Event-Friendly Homes (THAMAAAM)

akta.pro secondary industry

Corporate Event Rentals (Furniture, Staging, Tents) (HSACADAI)

Keywords

• Event venue rental
• Wedding venue hosting
• Corporate event space
• Special event catering
• Community event center

Headquarters

HQ city

Heath

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Venue Rental Fees: Rental income from booking the Fairview Room (up to 60 guests theater-style, 32 banquet-style), Camelot Room (up to 85 guests banquet-style), Mame's Parlor (up to 20 guests), Emily's Tea Room, Business Conference Room (up to 50 classroom-style), Veranda (up to 30 guests), and Lawn (more than 350 guests). Rentals include tables, chairs, linens, tableware, centerpieces, beverage service, cake cutting, and setup/cleanup.
2. Catering Services: Full-service catering including appetizers, tea service, dinner options, and desserts. Menu options include gourmet tea service with china, charcuterie boards, and dinner entrees such as Garlic Herbed Chicken Breast, Parmesan Crusted Chicken, Pork Tenderloin, and Beef Tenderloin (market price).
3. Donations and Sponsorships: Tax-deductible donations accepted through the Heath Community Arts Council (501(c)(3)) and Licking County Foundation. The venue also receives sponsorship support from local businesses including Marathon, Matesich, Robertson, and Casto.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Davis-Shai House is a nonprofit arts and cultural event center that rents multiple historic event spaces (Camelot Room, Fairview Room, Veranda, Lawn, Mame's Parlor, Emily's Tea Room, and Business Conference Room) for weddings, corporate events, social gatherings, and community celebrations. All-inclusive venue rental packages include tables, chairs, linens, tableware, centerpieces, beverage service, cake cutting, setup, and cleanup, with add-on full-service catering options. Owned by the City of Heath and operated by the Heath Community Arts Council (501(c)(3)).

Product overview

The Davis-Shai House is a nonprofit arts and cultural event center offering multiple venue spaces for weddings, corporate events, social gatherings, and community celebrations. The venue portfolio includes: The Camelot Room (up to 85 guests banquet-style), The Fairview Room (up to 60 guests theater-style), The Veranda (up to 30 guests outdoor), The Lawn (350+ guests outdoor), Mame's Parlor (up to 20 guests), Emily's Tea Room (intimate), and The Business Conference Room (up to 50 classroom-style). Event rentals include tables, chairs, linens, tableware, centerpieces, cake service, and beverage service. Add-on services include catering with customizable menus (appetizers, tea service, dinner entrees, Italian pasta bar, desserts), full event planning assistance, and setup/cleanup. The venue also operates a public community events program hosting fundraisers, car shows, holiday celebrations, and seasonal festivals. Owned by the City of Heath under Parks and Recreation, operated by Heath Community Arts Council (501(c)(3)).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• The Fairview Room A bright, welcoming event space featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with garden views, a fireplace for winter events, and folding doors that connect to the Camelot Room. Accommodates up to 32 guests banquet-style or 60 guests theater-style.
• The Camelot Room A magnificent banquet space showcasing historic character with a cathedral ceiling, crystal chandelier in the cupola, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Accommodates up to 85 guests banquet-style. Folding doors open to the Fairview Room; French doors lead to the Veranda and gardens.
• The Veranda A charming open-air setting overlooking landscaped gardens, accommodating up to 30 guests. Used for al fresco dining, casual meetings, or wedding ceremonies. French doors connect to the Camelot Room.
• The Lawn An outdoor space surrounded by landscaping and mature greenery, accommodating more than 350 guests. Ideal for outdoor ceremonies, receptions, festivals, and community events. Tent and seating arrangements available through the Heath Community Arts Council.
• Mame's Parlor Elegant intimate setting featuring two large Chippendale banquet tables and seating up to 20 guests. Ideal for business meetings, private luncheons, dinner parties, and serves as the Bridesmaid's Suite for weddings.
• Emily's Tea Room An intimate room designed for small parties. Also serves as the Bride's Suite for weddings.
• The Business Conference Room A conference room with private entry, restrooms, and kitchen, equipped with wired/wireless internet, integrated sound system, Smart TV, and video conference capabilities. Seats 50 guests classroom-style and connects to the Camelot Room for larger events up to 150 theater-style.
• Catering Services Full-service catering with customizable menu options including appetizers, charcuterie boards, gourmet tea service with china, dinner entrees (Garlic Herbed Chicken Breast, Parmesan Crusted Chicken, Pork Tenderloin, Beef Tenderloin at market price), Italian pasta bar, and desserts. Menus can be tailored to events, dietary restrictions, and seasonal ingredients.
• Event Planning Services Comprehensive event management including personalized service, decoration assistance, and full coordination from first guest arrival to final farewell.
• Corporate Event Services Business meeting and corporate event hosting including board meetings, conferences, training sessions, workshops, networking events, employee appreciation events, retirement celebrations, and holiday parties with audiovisual capabilities.
• Social Event Hosting Hosting for baby showers, birthday parties, proms, class reunions, club meetings, and other social celebrations beyond weddings.

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered major and core.

• MarathonmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 20262026 Platinum Sponsor of Heath Taste of Summer and community events. One of several corporate sponsors supporting the venue's public community programming.
• MatesichmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 20262026 Platinum Sponsor of Heath Taste of Summer and community events. Corporate sponsor supporting venue community events.
• RobertsonmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 20262026 Platinum Sponsor of Heath Taste of Summer and community events. Corporate sponsor supporting venue community events.
• CastomajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 20262026 Platinum Sponsor of Heath Taste of Summer and community events. Corporate sponsor supporting venue community events.
• City of Heath Parks and Recreation DivisioncoreOthersThe Davis-Shai House is owned by the City of Heath under the Parks and Recreation division. The city provides property ownership, and the Heath Community Arts Council operates the venue under this public-private arrangement. The property was donated to the city in 1965 for development as a cultural center.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• The Barn at Hartwood Farm: Midwest barn and farm-style event venue offering weddings and private events, comparable as a non-hotel, full-service event venue targeting couples and families in a regional market.
• Castle Hill Weddings and Events: Virginia-based historic estate venue hosting weddings, corporate events, and social celebrations with full-service packages, comparable as a historic-property, single-location, multi-space event venue with similar capacity and pricing structure.

Direct peers

• The Exchange at Bridge Park: Dublin, Ohio event venue offering flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings with full-service catering, comparable in scale and Columbus-area positioning.
• Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph: Art-focused boutique hotel in Columbus offering wedding and event spaces with on-site catering and curated art experiences, competing for the same upscale wedding and corporate segment that values design and hospitality experience.

Regional players

• Jorgensen Farms: Ohio-based historic farm estate venue offering indoor and outdoor wedding and event spaces with on-site catering, directly comparable to the Davis-Shai House's combination of historic charm and full-service event hosting in the Central Ohio market.
• Brookshire Event Venue: Ohio event venue specializing in weddings, corporate events, and social celebrations with multiple indoor spaces and full-service packages, comparable as a regional competitor for the same Central Ohio customer base.
• Strongwater Venue: Central Ohio event venue offering indoor and outdoor spaces for weddings and corporate events with on-site catering, comparable in product offering (multi-space venue, full-service packages) and target customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens: Historic Akron, Ohio estate and museum offering event rental in a National Historic Landmark setting, highly comparable as a historic-property event venue with nonprofit operations, gardens, and corporate/wedding programming.
• Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens: Columbus-based nonprofit botanical garden and historic venue hosting weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings in scenic indoor and outdoor settings, directly overlapping as a comparable nonprofit, multi-space event destination.
• Terrain at Glen Mills: Anthology-owned garden and event venue hosting weddings, private events, and corporate gatherings in a curated historic setting with on-site catering, comparable as a heritage-anchored event venue brand with multi-segment demand.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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