Celebrate in "Old New York": 13 Historic and Landmark NYC Wedding Venues
Whether you’re a history buff, long for the glamour of a bygone era, or just want to celebrate in a place with stories to tell, you’re in luck because New York City has a wealth of landmark wedding venues. From a Beaux Arts ballroom to a pastoral Renaissance Revival house, you’ll find spaces that are perfect for a grand affair or a cozy gathering. And to kickstart your search, we’ve curated a list of some of our faves.
Maxwell
New York, NY
Fab Features: 8000-square-foot Tribeca social club that has already hosted the CAA’s Tonys Party, Tommy Hilfiger for fashion week, The New York Times, Andy Roddick, Spotify, Netflix, Matt Damon with Elevate, and Anna Wintour with Jonathan Cohen • lavish interiors boast hand-painted Life of Elsa Maxwell wallpaper & hand-painted shaker kitchens, a two-story library and custom curved secret bookcase door leads into the Garden Room with a Victorian ceramic tile carpet • the speakeasy area is equipped with a luxury clawfoot bathtub, DJ booth, fireplace and billiards table
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $$$
Deity Events
Brooklyn, NY
Fab Features: landmark Art Deco building with lots of fun details, like a cocktail lounge accessed by a speakeasy-style hidden door • 4-story event space with exposed brick walls, custom stained-glass artwork, and velvet banquette seating • all-inclusive packages include on-site catering, a full bar, luxury furniture, and an AV system fully wired for sound
Catering: In-housePrice: $$
The Lucerne Hotel
New York, NY
Fab Features: grand landmark 1904 hotel in the heart of NYC's Upper West Side • celebrations in the penthouse-level event space, with large windows to let in lots of natural light and great city views • enjoy four-star cuisine from the on-site restaurant, along with plush lodgings for all your guests
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Gotham Hall
New York, New York
Fab Features: fabulous space with a towering domed ceiling, dramatic central chandelier, and inlaid marble floors • the Oak Room's soapstone fireplaces creates an inviting atmosphere for wedding party prep • exceptional location in the heart of midtown Manhattan
Catering: In-house, Preferred listPrice: $$$
The Center for Brooklyn History
Brooklyn, NY
Fab Features: 1881 historic landmark in the heart of Brooklyn Heights • timeless architectural details include stained glass windows, soaring ceilings and hand-carved woodwork • their expert caterers, Purslane, provide beautiful, seasonal dishes showcasing many locally and sustainably sourced ingredients
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Prince George Ballroom
New York, New York
Fab Features: grand 1904 Beaux Arts hotel • meticulously restored Neo-Renaissance flourishes, like gilded columns and ornate ceilings • event fees help support Breaking Ground, a nonprofit providing housing assistance for low-income New Yorkers
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $$ • $$$
New York Public Library
New York, NY
Fab Features: iconic 1911 treasure • soaring white marble entry, striking murals, and a breathtaking glass-and-cast iron dome ceiling in the Bartos Forum • event fees help support the library’s collections, and net you a 10% discount at the library store!
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $$$
Dyker Beach Golf Course
Brooklyn, New York
Fab Features: chic club in the heart of Brooklyn with exquisite in-house catering • al fresco ceremonies in the classic gazebo or on the terrace overlooking the greens • Grand Ballroom with an elegant coffered ceiling and two walls of windows framing golf course views
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
The Plaza Hotel
New York, New York
Fab Features: world-famous historic hotel known for its opulence and glamour • luxurious Caudalie VinothérapieSpa • stunning details like Art Deco crystal chandeliers that replicate those found at the Palace of Versailles
Price: $$$
The Picnic House
Brooklyn, New York
Fab Features: private garden party vibe in the middle of Brooklyn • pastoral ceremonies in Prospect Park's famed 90-acre Long Meadow • Art Deco brick-and-glass house with a working fireplace for cool nights
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
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