(Warrenville, IL) – Two Brothers Brewing Company is pleased to announce the acquisition of America’s Historic Roundhouse in Aurora, Illinois. This historic 70,000 square foot facility houses a restaurant, brewery, music venue, banquet facilities and beautiful outdoor courtyard.
The Roundhouse is an addition to the Two Brothers family, both the Brewery and Tap House restaurant will continue to grow in Warrenville. Co-Founder Jason Ebel says ”This opportunity allows us to continue to expand our passion for beer, love of food and appreciation for great architecture”
“We are very excited to be a part of the revitalization of downtown Aurora and are looking forward to working with the City of Aurora and it’s residents to make this a great success” said Co-Founder Jim Ebel. “My brother Jason and I also want to reassure everyone that all currently scheduled wedding and banquet facility events will be held according to schedule.“
“We are delighted that Two Brothers Brewing Company is the new owner of the Roundhouse” said Aurora Mayor Tom Weisner. “It is a beautiful, historic site and I believe Two Brothers Brewing Company will make history themselves, as the owner and operator.”
The unique structure was originally constructed in 1856 as a roundhouse for the Chicago and Aurora Railroad and served in this capacity until 1974. It was abandoned until 1995, when a group of investors led by Walter Payton purchased it and converted the building to an entertainment complex. The building is the oldest limestone roundhouse in the United States and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
About Two Brothers Brewing Company
After living in France, brothers Jim and Jason Ebel developed a passion for flavorful specialty beer. After returning to the states, they had trouble finding that type of beer in Chicago so they opened Two Brothers Brewing Company in 1996. Currently, the brewery resides in a 40,000 square foot facility 30 miles west of Chicago. Adjacent to the brewery, Two Brothers Tap House opened in 2008 as a restaurant, which serves elevated, seasonal, and organic American pub fare. Two Brothers Brewing Company’s award winning products are currently available in Illinois, Minnesota, Ohio, Indiana, and New York.
The roundhouse is home to American’s Brewing Company. What will happen to them? Will they be brewing their own stuff still, under the ownership of Two Bros?
Not too sure
I hope not, I never liked the round house beers too much. Never fell in love with any of their brews. I hope two bros makes their own there or better yet, their special one offs or experimental beers there 🙂
they made awesome brews at the roundhouse, if this is the end i will be sad. mr t sucks for not liking their biers.