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Reception
$4,000 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
Reception
$3,200 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
These prices are available for the months of May through November. These prices are available for the months of January through April.

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About

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The College of Physicians of Philadelphia is known as The Birthplace of American Medicine and is a historic wedding venue located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The institution began in the 18th century, while the New Beaux-Arts style building was built in 1908, and offers a unique and elegant space for you to celebrate your wedding day. Bring your guests into a venue full of magnificent architecture, art, and medical history for an unforgettable event experience!

Facilities and Capacity

Upon entering The College of Physicians of Philadelphia, your guests will be greeted by Aesculapius, the Greek God of medicine. The venue also features beautiful marble accents, a grand staircase, and luxurious get-ready rooms. With a historic atmosphere and beautiful architecture, this venue is a wonderful location for your wedding ceremony and reception. It can also host wedding showers, engagement parties, and other special events.

The largest ballroom, Mitchell Hall can comfortably hold up to 250 guests, making it suitable for small, intimate gatherings and large, grand affairs. The adjacent Ashurst Room is great for indoor ceremonies, and can also be used during the reception for larger events.

The outdoor herb garden is another choice location for ceremonies, and cocktail hour. Guests can enjoy the fresh air while tucked away in their own cozy corner of downtown Philadelphia.

Services Offered

As well as offering beautiful event spaces, The College of Physicians of Philadelphia can also provide a range of convenient services to ensure a stress-free experience. In-house event planners will coordinate each and every detail to ensure the success of your wedding day. The event staff also covers setup and cleanup to keep you feeling relaxed and calm. What's more, The College of Physicians of Philadelphia has a great selection of event rental items to enhance your celebration even further. These items can include, but are certainly not limited to, the following:

  • Tables
  • Ceremony Chairs
  • Chair covers
  • Photo booth
  • Drapery
  • Centerpieces

Cuisine
Catering by Design is the exclusive caterer to The College of Physicians. The culinary team can provide a personalized menu inspired by your favorite dishes from around the world. Couples can expect thoughtful, sophisticated and carefully crafted cuisine. Some of their catering services include:

  • Servers
  • Stations
  • Plated Dinner
  • Hors d’oeuvres
  • Dessert
  • Cake
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan

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?

$4,000

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

$3,200

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?

$500

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

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Museum

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
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Reviews of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia

4.9 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
4.9 out of 5 rating
78 Reviews
99% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
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The College of Physicians, along with Catering By Design, is highly recommended by reviewers for weddings. The stunning venue, including beautiful gardens and a museum, received praise from guests. The staff, particularly venue sales director Michael Mitloff, was commended for their professionalism, attentiveness, and helpfulness throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. The food provided by Catering By Design was described as delicious and received rave reviews from guests. Overall, reviewers had a fantastic experience at The College of Physicians and highly recommended it for weddings.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The College of Physicians, along with Catering By Design, is highly recommended by reviewers for weddings. The stunning venue, including beautiful gardens and a museum, received praise from guests. The staff, particularly venue sales director Michael Mitloff, was commended for their professionalism, attentiveness, and helpfulness throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. The food provided by Catering By Design was described as delicious and received rave reviews from guests. Overall, reviewers had a fantastic experience at The College of Physicians and highly recommended it for weddings.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 78 reviews
Google
4.9/5 30 reviews
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Selen S. Sent on 10/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Greatest night of our lives

My husband and I had the absolute pleasure of being married at the College of Physicians this past weekend. I can say with 100% certainty that this was the best decision we could've made. From the stunning historic architecture to the detail-oriented and professional staff, everything about CPP exuded warmth, intimacy, and love. We felt like everyone at the venue truly cared for us and our guest's experience. Our guests are still raving about the meal - some swore it was one of the best meals they've EVER had, wedding or not. I am inclined to agree because the short rib was DIVINE. Of course, we have to mention Michael who took care of us with exceptional service from the very start. We felt we could put our trust and confidence in Michael and his team to deliver on our original dream: to have a memorable wedding. They gave us this AND MORE - It was a party for the ages. Having the staff of CPP and Catering By Design behind us allowed us to not only fully savor our wedding night, but the weeks leading up to it I was cool as a cucumber knowing it was all in good hands. We'd also like to thank Joel for being our designated waitstaff (caretaker? cabysitter?) - he was so attentive, caring, and SMOOTH! I was on a dancing roll and he snuck up to give me a glass of water so I'd stay hydrated 😂 simply incredible. We especially enjoyed the moments later in the night when everyone including staff was dancing with us - our hearts are so full. Thank you thank you thank you to this incredible team and if we had to do it all over again, we'd still pick CPP. Ugh, can we just do it all again this weekend please?!?! 😭 Take me back!!!
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Emma C. Sent on 10/20/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible Experience!!

We had an amazing overall experience planning our wedding at the Mutter! Michael Mitloff was really the cherry on top of our experience - it is very clear that he is exceptional at his job, and also genuinely cares about making your event feel unique and catered to your specific needs and interests. We had a non-traditional wedding, and he was incredibly supportive and excited for us to experience the final product, which really took so much stress off of our plates! We took a more hands-off approach to our planning in general, and let the professionals do what they do best - and they did not disappoint at all! From the ambiance of the beautiful historic building and gardens (and the insanely creepy cool museum), to the flowers, and the amazing food (definitely not your standard catered food - really exceptional flavors and presentation) - we got so many sincere compliments from our guests on the entire event experience. We are so thankful that we stumbled upon this amazing venue, and the entire CBD team (we even got compliments on how friendly and knowledgeable the staff was day-of) - they really helped us create a day that not only will we never forget, but it absolutely left a wow-factor imprint on all of our guests. A huge thank you to Michael and his amazing team for helping us craft an incredibly special and memorable day for us and our guests!
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Dorothy K. Sent on 10/20/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Truly amazing

We had a great experience at the College of Physicians. The history, the amazing decor, the medicinal herb garden, the Mutter Museum, the convenient location and the talented, experienced staff all combined to make it a flawless wedding. Their dedicated caterer, Catering by Design gave us a fantastic dinner experience. Many of our guests commented on how delicious and perfectly prepared the food was. The venue rental price was spot on, especially compared to other venues in the city. We had 140 guests and table seating was comfortable and accessible. Being able to have the actual ceremony in the garden was magical. Highly recommended.
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The College of Physicians of Philadelphia frequently asked questions

The College of Physicians of Philadelphia includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The College of Physicians of Philadelphia includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at The College of Physicians of Philadelphia includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
The space offered by The College of Physicians of Philadelphia for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
  • Museum
The College of Physicians of Philadelphia offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The College of Physicians of Philadelphia offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The College of Physicians of Philadelphia offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The College of Physicians of Philadelphia offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
The College of Physicians of Philadelphia is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in value.
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