23 Pennsylvania Wedding Venues With Tons of History & Charm
Bring a bit of the past into your present by hosting your wedding at one of Pennsylvania’s gorgeous historic venues. From a fully-restored barn that dates back to the 1860s to an architecturally stunning Gothic revival church, you have no shortage of choices. So check out our list and have fun as you explore these timeless wedding venues.
ENCHANTING ESTATES
ENCHANTING ESTATES
John James Audubon Center
Audubon, PA
Fab Features: 175 acres of pastoral beauty surround this stately brick farmhouse • tie the knot outdoors in space of your choosing • celebrate with your guests into the evening in the 18th-century fieldstone barn or under the newly-built outdoor pavilion
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$

Armstrong Farms Westminster Preserve
Saxonburg, PA
Fab Features: family-owned farm located just 22 miles from Pittsburgh • romantic ceremonies overlooking the Love Pond or inside the restored barn • picturesque celebrations beneath a large white tent for up to 250 guests
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$

Cairnwood Estate
Bryn Athyn, PA
Fab Features: an impressive mansion built in the 1890s featuring Beaux Arts-style architecture, formal gardens, and landscaped grounds • capture beautiful memories from your special day in one of the many picturesque backdrops throughout the property • celebrate with your guests inside the regal mansion or outdoors either the charming Side Garden or on the gorgeous South Terrace
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$

Historic King Mansion
Harrisburg, PA
Fab Features: an iconic 1920s mansion that pairs Mediterranean-inspired grandeur with simplistic urban elegance • hold your ceremony outdoors on the expansive lawn with the grand home as your backdrop • celebrate with your guests in the spacious Conservatory Ballroom or in the intimate and artfully designed mansion itself
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

Elizabeth Furnace
Lititz, PA
Fab Features: secluded estate set on 33 acres of heritage buildings and grounds • ceremonies in the tiered Coleman Gardens • variety of indoor reception spaces from the cheerful, colonial-style Stable, to a primitive Charcoal Barn set in a wooded glen
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

Joseph Ambler Inn
North Wales, PA
Fab Features: historic 1734 farmhouse on 12 scenic acres • romantic fireside ceremonies or on the shady, tree-studded lawn • charming details like exposed stone walls and gleaming hardwood floors
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

The Mansions On Fifth
Pittsburgh, PA
Fab Features: a one-of-a-kind venue situated in the heart of Pittsburgh's elegant Shadyside neighborhood • plan the special day of your dreams with their wide array of wedding package offerings • enjoy the overnight accommodations with your guests in the mansion’s 22 luxurious guest rooms and suites
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$

Duportail House
Chesterbrook, Pennsylvania
Fab Features: pre-Revolution home and grounds with a fascinating history • three woodsy acres with a charming bridge, old growth trees, large lawns, and a gazebo • receptions on the first floor and lovely tentable patio
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$

BEAUTIFUL BARNS
BEAUTIFUL BARNS
The Barn at Silverstone
Lancaster, PA
Fab Features: elegant receptions in the restored early-1800s Barn Hall with exposed limestone walls, high-set slotted windows, and gleaming wood floors • cocktails beneath the adjacent Rustic Pavilion, overlooking the pond and spring-fed stream • inviting, convenient lodging is just a few yards away at The Silverstone Inn & Suites
Catering: In-housePrice: $$

The Star Barn Village
Elizabethtown, PA
Fab Features: stunning Gothic Revival Star Barn with soaring cupolas and louvered, star-shaped ventilators on 30 lush acres • photo ops include a covered bridge, a romantically-lit stone tunnel, and a graceful pergola topped by a dome of intricately laced wrought iron • your fees help support Brittany’s Hope, an organization that assists in adoptions, feeding, clothing, and housing orphans around the world
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$

Armstrong Farms Fieldstone
Sarver, PA
Fab Features: fully-restored barn that dates back to 1860s • the fully restored bank barn boasts the original foundation, hand-hewn beams, and a wraparound deck overlooking the fields • make it a weekend wedding with cozy accommodations at the B&B houses and cottages
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$

The Deacon
Philadelphia, PA
Fab Features: former home to the First African Baptist Church-turned-boutique hotel • the interior impresses with vaulted ceilings, arched windows, and blonde wood flooring, accented by minimalist design details like sculptural light fixtures • stylish accommodations with shops, galleries, nightlife, and more—all within easy walking distance
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$

Historic Rock Ford
Lancaster, PA
Fab Features: historic home surrounded by gardens, woodlands, and the Conestoga River • custom cocktails served from the 18th century-style bar • the restored 18th-century barn is designed with handcrafted colonial-style lanterns, original hand-hewn beams, and stone interior walls
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$

ECLECTIC-CHIC SPACES
ECLECTIC-CHIC SPACES
The Chapel at Granite Ridge
North East, PA
Fab Features: enchanting Gothic-revival chapel • the interior impresses with intricate windows, decorative columns, a soaring ceiling, and impressive stone arches • stunning photo ops inside and in the surrounding manicured landscape of lush gardens and towering trees
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $$

The College of Physicians of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
Fab Features: magnificent 1908 Beaux-Arts building • al fresco celebrations in the tranquil Medicinal Herb Garden and Veranda designed with aromatic herbal plants, colorful blooms, pebble walkways, and sweetheart benches • one-of-kind photo ops under the Marble Rotunda, the lush garden, and the paneled parlors
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$

The Arches
Coatesville, PA
Fab Features: 2 beautifully renovated historic churches • intimate celebrations inside St. Stan's with its soaring bell tower and graceful arched windows • an on-site boutique hotel offers wonderful lodging for you and your out-of-town guests, and St. Cecilia's lower hall boasts a multi-use space that can host receptions
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $

Please Touch Museum at Memorial Hall
Philadelphia, PA
Fab Features: one of the most innovative and stunning children’s museums in the world • endless unique and fun photo ops thanks to the dazzling architecture and colorful exhibits • guests can enjoy a dazzling restored 1920s carousel, a Wonderland-inspired gallery, and an urban environment with a real SEPTA bus
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$

Historic Summit Inn Resort
Farmington, PA
Fab Features: a scenic venue nestled in the mountains of Pennsylvania • tie the knot amongst the picture perfect setting with stunning views and a grand staircase • enjoy the hospitality and graciousness of the knowledgeable hometown staff who will help you plan the wedding of your dreams every step of the way
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$

Inn at Barley Sheaf Farm
, PA
Fab Features: romantic estate nestled amongst acres of lush countryside and picturesque gardens • lovely receptions under an al fresco tent, in the historic barn, or the glass-walled conservatory • delectable gourmet menus prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$

The Bellevue Hotel
Philadelphia, PA
Fab Features: 1904 treasure known as the "Grand Dame of Broad Street" • Lalique chandeliers, fountains, and other intricate architectural embellishments highlight the buildings French Renaissance design • opulent event spaces from the 19th-floor Rose Garden to the 2-tier grand ballroom
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$

Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum
Pittsburgh, PA
Fab Features: a historic museum and stunning wedding venue located just minutes from downtown Pittsburgh • hold a romantic al fresco ceremony on the steps of the main entrance with the building’s gorgeous façade as your backdrop • celebrate in in the magnificent Grand Ballroom that features a 50-foot decorative ceiling and upper-level balcony
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$

Mercer Museum
Doylestown, PA
Fab Features: a unique and eclectic space unlike any museum in the country • choose from their different ceremony locations that feature gardens, striking castle views, eclectic décor and more • dance the night away beneath the awesome clear-topped tent nestled in a romantic courtyard
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

Ballroom at Ellis Preserve
Newtown Square, PA
Fab Features: grand Greek revival facility in a pastoral setting • the 1930s building boasts a grand stone façade with soaring columns and a dramatic portico • all events are overseen by the event pros at Finley Catering, which has been hosting top-notch celebrations for the last 45 years
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$

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