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The Hermitage Museum & Gardens is a gorgeous outdoor wedding venue nestled in Norfolk, Virginia. This premier setting boasts beautiful gardens and a historic building featuring an expansive art collection. Host your special day amongst lush greenery, with foliage, vibrant blossoms, and impressive trees as your backdrop. The venue is tucked alongside the Lafayette River, so you and your guests can enjoy fantastic waterfront views as you celebrate.

Facilities and Capacity

This venue offers four outdoor locations for your ceremony or reception, accommodating up to 250 people. Gather your friends and family near the Lafayette River as you share the special moment amid a serene backdrop of the water. The Grotto space offers a unique setting, perfected by a fountain and cherubic statue. Intimate gatherings are ideal for the Rose Garden and various wedding sizes can be hosted near the historical architecture of the 20th-century home. Scattered throughout this venue are moments of shade and natural light created by beautiful trees and a diverse landscape of gardens. Outdoor celebrations can include tents for evening wedding ceremonies and receptions.

Services Offered

The Hermitage Museum & Gardens offers access to the museum for your guests, a petite wedding suite, parking, and indoor and outdoor restrooms. This venue provides a list of preferred vendors for rentals, caterers, lighting, cake and desserts, event coordinators, photo booths, DJs and musicians, photographers, video, event insurance, florists, beauty and attire, and transportation.

History

William and Florence Sloane built the house in 1908, originally as a summer home until using it as their primary residence. The house is an arts and crafts-style home enlarged to 42 rooms by 1936. The owners appreciated art and are described as educated collectors who helped to establish the Norfolk Museum of Arts and Sciences, known now as the Chrysler Museum. Florence and William Sloane’s contribution also extends to beginning the Hermitage Foundation to promote arts and crafts.

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Couples usually spend $5,000
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Couples usually spend $5,000
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Reception
$1,500 starting price
Ceremony
$700 starting price
Reception
$1,000 starting price
Ceremony
$700 starting price
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FAQ’s

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$700

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$700

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Parking

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

1

Describe your venue:

Garden
Historic Building
Mansion
Museum

What kind of settings are available?

Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Elopements

What event services do you offer?

Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

July
August
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Reviews of Hermitage Museum & Gardens

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4.8 out of 5 rating
4.8 out of 5 rating
38 reviews
96% recommend it
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    4.8 out of 5 rating
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    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.7 out of 5 rating
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The Hermitage Museum and Gardens in Norfolk is a highly recommended wedding venue, praised by reviewers for its stunning and picturesque setting, supportive and accommodating team led by Heather, and beautiful gardens perfect for photos. The venue is described as a magical place that creates dream weddings, with excellent communication and organization. Guests appreciate the DIY aspect of bringing in caterers and personal touches, and suggest extending the wedding time for a more enjoyable experience due to the city's curfew on music. Reviewed vendors were also commended, making it a preferred choice for weddings.

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The Hermitage Museum and Gardens in Norfolk is a highly recommended wedding venue, praised by reviewers for its stunning and picturesque setting, supportive and accommodating team led by Heather, and beautiful gardens perfect for photos. The venue is described as a magical place that creates dream weddings, with excellent communication and organization. Guests appreciate the DIY aspect of bringing in caterers and personal touches, and suggest extending the wedding time for a more enjoyable experience due to the city's curfew on music. Reviewed vendors were also commended, making it a preferred choice for weddings.

Weddingwire
4.8/5 38 reviews
Google
4.7/5 905 reviews
Tyler
Tyler Sent on 11/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Hermitage is a beautiful hidden gem in Norfolk, we could not have had a better experience!

The Hermitage was our first and only stop as we began to plan our wedding - as soon as we stepped foot on the property we knew this was where we wanted to get married. It is a beautiful, picturesque place with the most incredible team supporting it. Heather and her team are truly the best and they helped us every step of the way. We could not have had a better experience!
Ericca
Ericca Sent on 10/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

my ethereal special day

I am so appreciative of Heather and the Hermitage crew. They provided everything I needed and more. They were accommodating and supportive. I have heard nothing but amazing things from all of my family and friends. If I could do it again, I would get married here repeatedly.
Sophie
Sophie Sent on 06/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

My Dream Wedding

From the moment I got engaged, I knew the type of wedding I wanted. Quant, green, floral, unique, and romantic. The Hermitage has all of that and more... not only is their team amazing and accommodating, but they also have everything you need for a wedding. The bathroom situation is perfect, more than enough and they are air-conditioned. There are so many different and diverse spots to take photos in the gardens. I felt like I was transported to a more romantic and simple time when I was walking around the gardens with my new husband. There really is no comparable venue anywhere close to the area, and I can't wait to come back and feel all of the memories from the day rush back into my heart!
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I love playing at the Heritage Museum Gardens. Your wedding will be simply stunning and a ceremony by the big tree is my favorite place in the gardens. Look no further for a beautiful venue on the water.

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We absolutely LOVE working with the Hermitage Museum and Gardens. The breathtaking views and sunsets, the gorgeous gardens and ceremony spaces, and the intriguing history of the venue are just the beginning. It is truly a magical space and we are so lucky to have it in the Hampton Roads market! Engaged couples, if you are looking for a unique outdoor space, believe us when we say it is an absolute MUST-VISIT when searching for your venue.

Rev. Cory Newell and Associates Rev. Cory Newell and Associates Wedding Officiants

This outdoor only venue is beautiful! Many of my couples have booked me to officiate their wedding here. I love every moment because the place is hands down one of the most unique in Hampton Roads. It's located on the water, the gardens are stunning, and the architecture is what draws most if not the other items listed. The staff is attentive and take care of you as well. Happy to endorse! Much love, Pastor Cory <><

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Hermitage Museum & Gardens frequently asked questions

Hermitage Museum & Gardens includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Parking
The space offered by Hermitage Museum & Gardens for wedding events is known for:
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Mansion
  • Museum
Hermitage Museum & Gardens offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Hermitage Museum & Gardens offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Elopements
Hermitage Museum & Gardens offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Hermitage Museum & Gardens is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in value and 4.7 in flexibility.

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