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The Butterfly House, a division of the Missouri Botanical Garden, is a unique wedding ceremony venue located in Chesterfield, Missouri. Here, nature and elegance collide to set the tone for refined and romantic celebrations. You can choose from two outdoor spaces, Bayer Pavilion or Emerson Lakeside Terrace, each offering a picturesque setting surrounded by peaceful gardens and water features. Intimate ceremonies are also offered in our Tropical Conservatory, a glass-enclosed, tropical green space filled with exotic plants and flowers, abundant natural light, and over 1,500 butterflies in free flight.

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Frequently asked questions

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?

$900

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

$850

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?

$850

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

$500

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Parking
Set Up

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Museum
Park
Zoo

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements

What event services do you offer?

Clean Up
Event Planner

What event items are available?

Chairs

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

Reviews of The Butterfly House

Paul
Paul Sent on 09/04/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Elaisa - Ewald Wedding

Great venue and great service by the staff.
Danielle
Danielle Sent on 07/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Service

Phenomenal coordinator! We had a beautiful wedding and everything worked out well! Beautiful areas for photos and videos on site.
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Alexandria Sent on 10/05/2018
5 out of 5 rating
My wedding was last friday and The Butterfly House was nothing short of perfect! They were awesome along the way as well. Definitely affordable and I will be recommending them to friends!
Meaghan
Meaghan Sent on 01/03/2018
5 out of 5 rating
My now husband and I did our ceremony in the conservatory. Our wedding was magical, and everything we could have hoped for. The conservatory wedding was absolutely perfect for our intimate wedding. The event staff was wonderfully professional, and helpful.
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Stephanie Sent on 08/30/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had a very intimate wedding ceremony inside the Butterfly House and it was absolutely beautiful. Everyone was very accommodating. Once we arrived we were directed on where to go and what to do. It turned out perfect. Thank you!
Melissa
Melissa Sent on 05/23/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Such a beautiful venue and no decorating needed, it was the perfect spot for pictures after as well
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Krista Sent on 03/22/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We absolutely loved our venue. It is beautiful and affordable! The gardens are so pretty. We loved the entrance to the wedding. We loved the candles lit up everywhere! It was seriously the best day ever and we know the venue was a huge part of that. It was perfect!
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Shirly Sent on 10/31/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We were so lucky and grateful to have the Butterfly House as our venue on our special day! Not only is a gorgeous place and our guests loved the opportunity to tour and take pictures in the conservatory, but the Butterfly House staff was absolutely wonderful! Stephanie, Hannah, and everyone else who was involved just made the ceremony flow smoothly! They were all very nice and accommodating and made us all very comfortable. Thank you so much to everyone who made were part of our special day! It was just perfect!
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Kristin Sent on 12/21/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My wife and I had an amazing wedding. I only wish we had more time! I feel like the night flew by. The staff was superb and helpful. Our family and friends stated," By far, the best wedding we have EVER been apart of, so beautiful and heartfelt." The staff was by our side every step of the way, very attentive. I would recommend the Butterfly House to anyone getting married. We have so many awesome memories of our wedding to share with loved ones, thank you so much for everything!
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User2332714 Sent on 09/10/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I love this place. First as a place to go to with my family, then on a date, and last for my wedding venue! I felt like a princess in an outdoor castle! Thank you very much for our special day!! :)
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Awards

32

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Complete Weddings + Events St. Louis Complete Weddings + Events St. Louis Wedding DJs

We work closely with the Butterfly House on countless events every year. Stephanie, and the rest of the staff there are amazing to work with. They're super organized, professional, fun, and passionate about they do. I can't say enough great things about their staff there. We've never walked away from an event frustrated or upset. Their team really thinks of everything.

Tie the Knot STL Tie the Knot STL Wedding Officiants

This is one of the forgotten gems of St. Louis. One of the more unique venues I've had the pleasure of working with for weddings. From getting into the butterfly habitat for all your guests, to the ceremony and reception possibilities. The staff are knowledgeable and supportive.

Seed Sprout Spoon Seed Sprout Spoon Wedding Caterers

The Butterfly House is a gorgeous venue for all types of events: weddings, reception, memorials, business dinners. It is the only venue in town where we can leave our compost instead of hauling it back to our kitchen. We really admire their commitment to sustainability and enjoy their friendly staff. The Butterfly House makes it very convenient for the hosts to be able to enjoy their event and their guests. The gardens and butterflies are stunning. We can't wait to be back!

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The Butterfly House frequently asked questions

The Butterfly House includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Parking
  • Set Up
The space offered by The Butterfly House for wedding events is known for:
  • Museum
  • Park
  • Zoo
The Butterfly House offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Butterfly House offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
The Butterfly House offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
The Butterfly House offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
The Butterfly House is recommended by 89% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.4 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.6 in quality of service, 4.6 in professionalism, 4.5 in value, 4.4 in average response time and 4 in flexibility.
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