Colleen’s Journey – Wedding Planning – Part 2 “Choosing a Venue”

  Welcome back, St. Louis brides!  The next step in your wedding planning process definitely requires a glass (or three) of wine!  It’s time to think about your venue!  This was definitely the most stressful part of wedding planning that I’ve experienced so far.  Yet, once it’s over you can breathe a HUGE sigh of…

Are you looking for a Distinctive Destination for your wedding?

Are you looking for a Distinctive Destination for your wedding?    Here are fourteen suggestions of great wedding venues that will set your wedding apart. Garth Woodside Manion, Hannibal, Missouri  – www.garthmansion.com Contact: Julie Phone:  888-427-8409 Of the many wedding venues in Missouri, Garth Mansion is special as it offers their beautiful historical mansion and bed…

The Forest Park Golf Course Clubhouse

VENUE NAME: The Forest Park Golf Course Clubhouse or The Norman K. Probstein Golf Course Clubhouse in Forest Park Address: 6141 Lagoon Drive, St. Louis Missouri, 63112 Website: www.forestparkgc.com Phone: 314.367.6648 Representative: Amy Milne Facebook Site: www.forestparkgc.com Email Address: AMilne@Arcisgolf.com Description: The Clubhouse offers a unique setting, conveniently located in Forest Park. Vaulted ceilings, wood…

St Louis Art Museum – Venue Profile Review

VENUE NAME:  St Louis Art Museum Address:   1 Fine Arts Dr, St Louis, MO 63110 Website:  http://www.slam.org/dining/social.html Phone:  314-655-5387 Representative:  Erica Stone Facebook Site:  https://www.facebook.com/PanoramaAtTheSaintLouisArtMuseum/?fref=ts Twitter Site: none Description: Showcasing stunning facilities, as well as classic galleries including Sculpture Hall, the Saint Louis Art Museum is an elegant setting for your special event. With many…

Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center – Venue Profile Review

Venue Name: Pere Marquette Lodge and Conference Center Address (City, State, Zip): Grafton, IL. 62037 Website: www.pmlodge.net Phone Number:  618-786-2331 Representative: Leslie Franklin (Advertising and Marketing) Arielle Tewell (Director of Catering & Wedding Coordinator) Facebook Site: Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center Twitter Site: @pmlodge Description of venue:  Pere Marquette Lodge and Conference Center is…

Concordia Turner – Venue Profile Review

VENUE NAME:   The Black Forest Room at Concordia Turners Address: 6432 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 Website: ConcordiaTurners.org Phone: 314-352-9388 Representative: Maria Brett Facebook Site: https://www.facebook.com/concordiaturners/?ref=bookmarks Description: Our renovated Bavarian Style Black Forest Room and Bar is the perfect setting for your south St. Louis wedding reception, anniversary, birthday or other special occasion….

Silver Oaks Chateau – Venue Profile Review

Silver Oaks Chateau Address (City, State, Zip): 1168 MO-100, Pacific, MO 63069 Website: www.silveroakschateau.com Phone: (314) 280-8890 Representative: Callie West, Events Manager Facebook Site: https://www.facebook.com/SilverOaksChateauSTL/?fref=ts Description:  Silver Oaks Chateau is a European estate built on 28-acres of naturally gorgeous prairie reserve. Complete with an elegant bridal suite, a large patio for outdoor ceremonies, and a…

Four Seas Banquet Facility – Venue Profile Review

The Four Seas Banquet Facility 1910 Serbian Drive St. Louis, MO 63104 Website: http://www.fourseasbanquetfacility.com/ Phone: 314.246.9162 (text or voice) Representative: Megan Spink Facebook Site: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Four-Seas-Banquet-Center/213739131993515 Description: Located just west of the Soulard Neighborhood, we offer a 320 person capacity non-smoking hall, courtyard, patio, event staff, facility set-up, clean-up, table linens, chair covers,china, silverware, glassware, food and…

Oakland House – Venue Profile Review

  VENUE NAME:  Oakland House Address:  (City, State, Zip) 7801 Genesta Ave., Afton, MO 63123 Website: www.AfftonOaklandHouse.com Phone: 314-352=5654 Representative: Jean McDaniel (314-821-7166) Facebook Site: www.Facebook.com/OaklandHouseSt.Louis Description:  Oakland House is a special beautiful historic home which can accommodate inside ceremonies up to 70 guests or 64 guests for a sit down reception.   There is a…

Bellecourt Banquet Center – Venue Profile Review

VENUE NAME:  Bellecourt Banquet Center Address: 120 N. Jackson St., Belleville, IL 62220 Website:  www.bellecourtbc.com Phone: 618-233-8490 Representative:  Ellie Miller Facebook Site: www.Facebook.com/BellecourtBanquetCenter Description:  Two Historic Buildings beautifully renovated and decorated with a warm and elegant atmosphere.  The perfect place for ceremonies and receptions.   SPECIFICATIONS: Venue Type:  Banquet, Historic Building Venue Style: Elegant Total…

Fabulous Fox Theatre – Venue Profile Review

VENUE NAME:  __Fabulous Fox Theatre__ Address:  (City, State, Zip) ___527 N. Grand Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63103 _________ Website: ____http://www.fabulousfox.com/_____ Phone: _____314-657-5051__________ Representative: ___Cassi Zigler_____________ Facebook Site: ____https://www.facebook.com/fabulousfox_________ Twitter Site: _____https://twitter.com/foxtheatrestl__________ SPECIFICATIONS: Venue Type:  (Either Banquet, Restaurant, Golf Course, Winery, Hotel, Historic Home, Historic Bldg. or other) __Historic Building_____. Venue Style: (Classic, Traditional, Outdoor, Garden,…

International Hall of Fame – Venue Profile Review

  Address: 3415 Olive St., St. Louis, MO 63103 Website: iphf.org Phone: 314-535-1999 Representative: Paty Wente Description: Have your wedding experience by immersing you and and your guests among beautiful photographic works! The International Photography Hall of Fame and Museum’s 6000 sq. feet of space is located in the heart of Grand Center – off…

Hyatt at The Arch – Venue Profile Review

 Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch Address: 315 Chestnut Street, St. Louis, MO 63102 Website: http://stlouisarch.hyatt.com/en/hotel/weddings.html Phone: 314-655-1234 Representative: Jessica Schuette, Wedding Sales Manager Facebook Site: https://www.facebook.com/hyattregencystlouisatthearch Twitter Site: https://mobile.twitter.com/hyattstl Description: Give your special day every advantage for romance and ambiance nestled in vibrant downtown St. Louis. Whether you’ve dreamed of a lavish affair…

Patty Long Catering’s 9th Street Loft – Venue Profile Review

  VENUE:   Patty Long Catering’s 9th Street Abbey Website: www.pattylongcatering.com Phone: 314-621-9598 Representative: Jackie Ilg Email: Jackie@pattylongcatering.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/9thStreetAbbey Twitter: N/A Instagram: patty_long_catering Description: Today, the 9th Street Abbey is a destination for wedding celebrations, corporate events and holiday parties. The interior boasts cathedral ceilings with magnificent original stained glass windows. The beautiful patio garden…

Friends – A Meeting Place – Profile Venue Review

VENUE: Friends  – A meeting Place Website: www.friendsameetingplace.com Phone: 314 535 5800 Representative: Jean McClendon Email: jean@friendsameetingplace.com Facebook: Friends a meeting Place Twitter: Instagram Description: Eclectic venue Consists o a large living room with fireplace, baby grand piano, pool table, and furnishings. There is seating for approximately 50-60 guests. This area is often used as a mingling…

The Bluffs on Broadway – Venue Profile Review

VENUE: The Bluffs on Broadway Website: thebluffsonbroadway.com Phone: 314-231-4808 Representative: Mark Widmann (owner) Joe Wand (sales director) Email: mark@randallgallery.com joe@randallgallery.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebluffsonbroadway.stl Description: The Bluffs on Broadway is not your traditional banquet hall. We are a distinct and contemporary private mansion located 10 minutes from downtown Saint Louis on the river bluffs. Events such as…

Barnett on Washington – Venue Profile Venue

VENUE:   Barnett on Washington Website: www.barnettonwashington.com Phone: 1-844-GO-BARNETT Representative: Misty Willinger Email: mwillinger@barnettonwashington.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barnettonwashingtonbycopia Twitter: https://twitter.com/BarnettOnWash Instagram: barnettonwashington Description: The Barnett on Washington is a unique and sophisticated St. Louis event venue that recently opened its doors after undergoing a multi-million dollar renovation. The building, located at 3207 Washington Boulevard, has a long and…

The Randall Gallery – Venue Profile Review

VENUE:                              Randall Gallery Website:                             randallgallery.com Phone:                                 314-231-4808 Representative:               Mark Widmann (owner)              Joe Wand (sales director) Email:                                   mark@randallgallery.com           joe@randallgallery.com Facebook:                           https://www.facebook.com/randallgallery.stl Description: The Randall Gallery is not your traditional banquet hall. We are a unique…

The Christy Banquet Center – Venue Profile Venue

VENUE: The Christy Banquet Center Two Locations: 9000 Veterans Memorial Parkway, O’Fallon, MO 63366 5856 Christy Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63116 Website: www.TheChristy.com Phone: 636-240-7772 O’Fallon, 314-287-5263 St. Louis Representative: Ron Preiss – O’Fallon, Kelly – St. Louis Email: ron@thechristy.com – kelly@thechristy.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheChristyBanquetCenter Description: Planning your wedding is important and should be a day…

Pezold Banquet Center – Venue Profile Review

VENUE: Petzold Banquet Center Location: 5701 Highway N – St. Charles, MO 63304 Website: www.PezoldBanquetCenter.com Phone: 636-936-1813 Representative: Susan Email: info@PezoldBanquetCenter.com Description: Every event is a special one at the Pezold Banquet Center. Our full-service, no-hassle packages include as little or as much as you want. Our expert staff will sit down with you to…

Crown Valley Winery – Venue Profile Review

  VENUE: Crown Valley Winery Website: crownvalleywinery.com Phone: 573-756-9463 Representative: AnnDee Chastain Email: achastain@crownvalleywinery.com   SPECIFICATIONS: Venue Type: (Either Banquet, Restaurant, Golf Course CC, Winery, Hotel, Historic Home, Historic Bldg, or other) Winery Venue Style: (Classic, Traditional, Outdoor w/Gazebo, Gardens, Barn, other) Outdoor Total Minimum & Maximum Number of Guests: Max 150 Handicap Accessible: (Please…

St. Louis Union Station – Venue Profile Review

  VENUE:  St. Louis Union Station Website: stlunionstationhotel.com Phone: 314.802.3131 Representative: Jaci Spindler Email: jspindler@lhmc.com Facebook: facebook.com/stlouisunionstationhotel Twitter: Instagram: instagram.com/unionstationstl Description:     SPECIFICATIONS: Venue Type: (Either Banquet, Restaurant, Golf Course CC, Winery, Hotel, Historic Home, Historic Bldg, or other) Grand Hall: Historic Hotel Regency Ballroom: Modern Hotel Ballroom Midway: Historic Hotel Grand Ballroom: Modern…

The Larimore House Plantation – Venue Profile Review

Venue:  The Larimore House Plantation Venue Type: The Larimore House Plantation is a private, historic estate established in 1858. This Venue boasts 6 acres of enchanting grounds, the charming Victorian mansion and an elegant banquet center. This hidden gem is perfect for those searching for a spectacular event that is “ Unique” and offers plenty of…

Little Piney Lodge – Venue Profile Review

VENUE:   Little Piney Website: littlepineylodge.com Phone: 636.561.8615 Representative: John and Julie Moss Email:  littlepineylodge@gmail.com   Description:  Rustic, elegant,  country estate with indoor and outdoor ceremony/reception options.  Barn is heated and air conditioned.  Accommodations for up to 12 guests for 2 nights included in our weekend package.  Couples may have rehearsal dinner on site for free….