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Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center

4.8 out of 5 rating 140 reviews
College Park, MD
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Bride and groom at the reception
Bride and groom at the reception
Newlyweds and their guests
Newlyweds and their guests
Reception hall setup
Reception hall setup
Welcoming area and table cards
Welcoming area and table cards
Newlyweds and the reception setup
Newlyweds and the reception setup
Embracing each other on the dance floor
Embracing each other on the dance floor
Bride and her bridesmaids
Bride and her bridesmaids
Kissing by the fountain
Kissing by the fountain
Kiss on the dance floor
Kiss on the dance floor
Newlyweds kissing with guests jumping in the background
Newlyweds kissing with guests jumping in the background
Walking around the venue
Walking around the venue
Bride and her bridesmaids sitting down
Bride and her bridesmaids sitting down
Newlyweds at the top of the stairs
Newlyweds at the top of the stairs
Newlyweds kissing
Newlyweds kissing
The bride
The bride
Bridesmaids with their bride
Bridesmaids with their bride
Newlyweds by the fountain
Newlyweds by the fountain
Bride and groom
Bride and groom
Assisting the bride
Assisting the bride
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Wedding ceremony
Wedding ceremony
Newlyweds and evening lights
Newlyweds and evening lights
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center

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Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
1/59
From 2 to 500 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms
4.8
Excellent

"As Maryland alums, we couldn't have been happier with Riggs as our reception venue. We worked with..."

— K

"Samuel Riggs Alumni Center was such an outstanding picturesque space. Rhonda Whyte and Brittany..."

— Jermaine
Kareena Apple
Jermaine
Bailey
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Recommended by 96% of couples

About this venue

Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center is a stylish and sophisticated wedding venue located just outside of Washington, DC, in College Park, Maryland. With a variety of event spaces available, Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center has a maximum capacity of up to 500 guests for a seated banquet and 800 standing reception. Each space features its own unique flair, featuring breathtaking details such as marble floors, fireplaces, grand staircases, stained glass, and a finely manicured garden for a beautiful outdoor ceremony. The picture-perfect setting outside our nation's capital will surely make you and your guests' hearts skip a beat!

Wedding Packages include the following features:

- Use of Orem Alumni Hall

- LED Up Lights

- Audiovisual equipment for slideshow

- Tables

- Silver Chivari Chairs

- Marble Hall (Rever Alumni Hall) is perfect for a cocktail reception or to stage your catering buffet.

- Two Dressing/Preparation Rooms (Chaney Library and AAI Conference Room)

- Your choice of a white dance floor or up to 9 panels of staging.

- 2-hour allotment for set-up (Caterers & Decorators can access the ballroom 3 hours in advance)

- 4-hour allotment of event time

- 1-hour allotment for clean-up & breakdown (covered by the Riggs team and your caterers)

- Free Parking and Valet Services Available

- All Spaces are Wheelchair Accessible

A ceremony can easily be added to one of our many spaces. We offer a one-hour rehearsal the week of your wedding, a one-hour ceremony, and a chair rental. Moxley Gardens is a beautiful ceremony site in the Spring, Summer, and Fall.

Required Approved Caterers:

We offer a variety of selected caterers to satisfy even the most diverse palate. Visit us online to see the approved caterers you can choose from.

Bar/Beverages:

Alcohol must be purchased through the Riggs Alumni Center, but we offer various bar options. From our Celebration Bar with just beer and wine to our Premium Open Bar to a Cash Bar, we have something to fit every budget!

Site Visit/Walkthrough:

We would love for you to visit the space in person and allow us to show you how we can make an unforgettable evening for you and your guests.

We look forward to creating a night to remember kicking off a lifetime of happiness for you and yours!

What You'll Love About Riggs Alumni Center

Past clients praise the events team for their attention to detail and professional wedding planning services. Couples love the versatile indoor and outdoor spaces provided by this venue. Read through the reviews to see what others have said about their experience.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 21 years in business

  • We speak English and Spanish

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FAQ

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?

$6,000

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

$5,500

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?

$1,000

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

$800

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$30

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar

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

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

7

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail Reception
Outside Cake

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
August
November
December

Still have questions?

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Reviews of Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center

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4.8/5 140 reviews
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4.7/5 259 reviews
Kareena Apple
K Sent on 01/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A fantastic option for Terps!

As Maryland alums, we couldn't have been happier with Riggs as our reception venue. We worked with Rhonda and Shannon and felt cared for every step of the way. The space is large and versatile with indoor and outdoor spots. We used the atrium, patio, and garden for cocktail hour and then moved to the ballroom for dinner and dancing. With COVID, we were able to spread out nicely, and still have an intimate feel. All of the communication with the team was timely and professional. The day-of, everything went off without a hitch. Testudo even made an appearance! A beautiful, meaningful venue with a great value! We are so grateful for the Riggs team!
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Jermaine
Jermaine Sent on 03/02/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Get married here!

Samuel Riggs Alumni Center was such an outstanding picturesque space. Rhonda Whyte and Brittany Pain were so amazing, patient and warm. This was Brittany's first wedding and she made sure that whatever we needed was provided. We could not tell that this was her first time taking the lead. Her warm and welcoming demeanor during the whole process of planning and day of was incredible. We couldn't ask for anything more. We couldn't have picked a better place to start our journey together.
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Bailey
Bailey Sent on 07/29/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Get married at the Riggs Center! Go Terps!

Our experience with the Samuel Riggs Alumni Center was a wonderful, stress-free, wedding experience!! Every time I had a question, something to add or alter, our coordinator from Riggs was quick to respond and SO helpful! We loved how we were able to have our wedding, cocktail hour, and reception all in one beautiful building. We had one small issue, our grooms suite wasn't ready the day of and we had to have them wait 20 minutes while they got the room ready. Other than that the over all experience was perfect. We wouldn't have picked to have our wedding any where else!!!
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Lakethia Sent on 06/06/2018
5 out of 5 rating
This venue is beautiful, and offers a lot of beautiful space...great for pictures. Our onsite coordinator Sienna was awesome. She was very easy to work with and we really appreciate her.
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Victor Sent on 04/19/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Awesome experience doing my wedding at the Riggs! Beautiful place that can accommodate any size wedding! Also, I would like to shout out Cassie who was our event coordinator for our wedding, she was so easy to work with, super helpful, and very patient with my wife and I, we couldn't have asked for a better person to help us that day! Overall my experience with the Riggs was outstanding and I would definitely do another party here in the near future!
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Charisse Sent on 12/14/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I knew I wanted to use this venue a couple years prior to my wedding. I was a part of an event inside the stunning ballroom. This venue is not only aesthetically pleasing, it is extremely affordable with a great package compared to other local venues. I got so many compliments on both my event and the Samuel Riggs IV Alumni center. One of my guests even inquired about planning her 65th birthday there. In addition to my wedding, my baby shower was held here a year prior. If I need to plan another event, this venue would be my first choice AGAIN. The staff, specifically Sienna (Event Sales Coordinator) and Ali (Event Manager), were very professional and AMAZING to work with.
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Emily Sent on 11/25/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The Alumni Center was the perfect place to host our wedding. The staff was incredibly helpful and patient with our many requests for additional amenities. The price was quite reasonable given the extent of the space we were given: in addition to the ballroom segment, you also get the entire atrium, rotunda, and patio reserved for the entire 8 hours of the reservation. The spaces are open and so gorgeous, we didn't even need to decorate besides a few flowers. We easily fit our 100 guests in this space (garden for the ceremony, 1 ballroom segment for the reception) and could have fit a few dozen more. We couldn't recommend this space enough for your ceremony and reception.
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Teresa Sent on 10/03/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The original style for our wedding venue was a unique space like a small museum with expose brick, well more like my style not the Groom, LOL! Due to our wedding size we had to look at ballroom style venues which was a blessing.

We were able to have our unique rustic glam style wedding because Riggs is a beautiful space for any wedding style. I was more excited to find there was some expose brick that became the backdrop for the photo booth area. All this to say, your wedding can be as creative as you like at Riggs from using the drop down screens or keeping it elegant with the tall clean white walls.

Our venue coordinator Cassandra N. Klemish was everything!!! She answered all emails and calls, she helped us stay on track, and she reassured us when things got crazy. She worked great with our wedding coordinators and vendors throughout the wedding process. If Cassandra was not available she made sure another Riggs coordinator would be able to help with our needs.

Lastly, visit Riggs amazing wedding open house to have a feel of the space and meet possible vendors for your wedding. We had a great time tasting treats, hearing music, and learning wedding tips.

Thank you Riggs & Cassie!!!!

The Grantsons!!!!
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Ardelle Sent on 09/22/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Cassie was joy to work with. Anytime I emailed or called with a question/problem I never had to wait long for an answer or solution. I loved how flexible Cassie was in allowing me to come view the reception space on multiple occasion, so I knew my vision would come to life. When I saw how beautiful the place was from the first time I saw the blank canvas I was ecstatic. What made the moment even more exciting, was the joy on Cassie's face. She was just as happy as all of guest that this day has arrived. I would advise any bride looking for a blank canvas to make your wedding day dreams come true, Samuel Riggs is the place to go.
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Christina Sent on 09/05/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Awesome venue! Doesn't need a lot of decoration because it is really pretty on its own. The garden, the cocktail hour hallway and the reception hall are awesome! The package also includes uplighting in any color, we chose purple, and it really made a huge difference in how the reception hall looked. Our coordinator was Rhea, and she was the best. She answered my million questions over email super quick and was there the day of to make sure everything went smoothly. I would really recommend this venue, especially if you are an UMD alumni. Parking was also not an issue, Lot1 and LotZ are right across from the building and they have open parking on weekends.
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Lindsey Wareing
Lindsey Wareing
Director of Sales and Marketing

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We've partnered with the Riggs Center for bridal expos in the past. Amazing staff, super organized, and a great layout for weddings and special occasions. We highly recommend!

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What a lovely space for your event! The staff at Riggs Alumni Center provides excellent service for you as you plan your event. We are so pleased to be partners with such a professional group! Take a look and you will find a great venue!

Astounding Affairs Astounding Affairs Wedding Planners

Jessica Roberts, at the Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center, on University of Maryland is a Great asset to this venue. Her promptness and professionalism is beyond words. I recommend this venue to anyone who's looking to have a successful, elegant event.

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Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center frequently asked questions

Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center includes:
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Wifi
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center 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 quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.7 in flexibility and 4.7 in value.
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