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Cara Clair
Cara Clair
Manager

Woman-owned

26 years in business

The Knowlton Mansion is a mansion wedding venue located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, which also serves the Lehigh Valley area. From the moment couples and guests arrive at this sprawling mansion, they will be in awe of the stunning architecture and landscaping. The estate, which was originally constructed back in the 19th-century, was restored by Conroy Catering. When they restored this country estate in 1999, they did add contemporary elements yet carefully retained many of the classic Victorian touches so that its past could still be celebrated.

Facilities and Capacity
The Knowlton Mansion is an ideal spot to host a bridal shower, engagement party, ceremony, and reception. Couples have both indoor as well as uncovered outdoor site options to choose from. The thirteen acres of gardens are always meticulously planned and maintained and provide a cozy and romantic setting in which to exchange your vows. Tall, lush trees frame the exterior, and secluded garden sites are found all throughout the property providing couples with plenty of privacy. If you like, you can also host your wedding inside of the mansion. There is an expansive ballroom and conservatory for couples to enjoy with their guests. Due to the spacious interior, couples are able to invite up to 250 of their friends and family to come join them on their big day. The property also has a bridal suite for brides and bridesmaids to get ready in.

Services Offered
Every couple who books their wedding at the Knowlton Mansion will get to enjoy setup and clean up services so that their planning process is as stress-free as possible. The venue also provides necessities such as tables, chairs, china, flatware, glassware, and linens. A dance floor as well as areas for DJs and live bands can be requested too. For the convenience of the entire wedding party, there is an onsite parking lot. There is also wheelchair access for members of the wedding party who may have special needs.

Pricing information

$136 starting price $124 starting price
$185 average price $165 average price
Ceremony
$1,250 starting price
These prices are available for the months of May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

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FAQ

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

No

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?

$1,250

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

$1,250

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Dessert
Server(s)

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

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

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

75

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Historic Building
Mansion

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
July
August

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Reviews of The Knowlton Mansion

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Knowlton Mansion is highly praised for its unique elegance, beautiful ballroom, picturesque outdoor spaces, and accommodating staff. Reviewers highlight the mansion's charm, helpful coordinators like Eileen and Dani, and delicious food provided by Conroy Catering. The venue's staff, including day-of coordinators and bridal attendants, are commended for their attentiveness and professionalism, ensuring a stress-free wedding day. Guests appreciated the various photo opportunities, outdoor tent with fire pits, and exquisite decor, making Knowlton Mansion a top choice for couples seeking a seamless and memorable wedding experience.

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Knowlton Mansion is highly praised for its unique elegance, beautiful ballroom, picturesque outdoor spaces, and accommodating staff. Reviewers highlight the mansion's charm, helpful coordinators like Eileen and Dani, and delicious food provided by Conroy Catering. The venue's staff, including day-of coordinators and bridal attendants, are commended for their attentiveness and professionalism, ensuring a stress-free wedding day. Guests appreciated the various photo opportunities, outdoor tent with fire pits, and exquisite decor, making Knowlton Mansion a top choice for couples seeking a seamless and memorable wedding experience.

Weddingwire
4.8/5 182 reviews
Google
4.7/5 302 reviews
Tanner
Tanner Sent on 01/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue!

Beautiful mansion with great spots for guests to hang out, and plenty of space. Food was great as well!
Masiel
Masiel Sent on 07/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A dream come true!

From the moment my now husband and I walked into the Knowlton Mansion, we knew this was the place we wanted to have our reception. The mansion is the most unique venue I have seen, and the addition of the ballroom is beautiful but still carries over the charm of the original home. Eileen was our point of contact leading up to the wedding and she was a delight to work with. She was very helpful and responsive with all my questions, and she made me feel at ease with the timeline. On the day of the wedding the staff was amazing! My husband and I had a few waiters that were focused on us all night. They made sure we had a drink and tasted every hors d'oeuvre. Overall, I can’t recommend Knowlton enough. The place was beautiful, and the staff was top-notch.
Ross
Ross Sent on 11/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely stellar!

As my now-husband and I drove away from our tour of Knowlton, we immediately knew it was the venue for us. For the services you get wrapped into one, Knowlton is a no-brainer! Our day-of coordinator made sure things moved smoothly, the cake was delivered directly, and the staff ushered guests from place to place. Everyone couldn't have been more friendly! The space is gorgeous on its own, so we didn't even need a florist. If you're looking for a one-stop shop with helpful staff, DELICIOUS food, and a unique breath-taking site, cannot recommend Knowlton more.
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Awards

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Professional Network & Endorsements

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Great Staff, Venue and Fabulous Food. Work with this Venue numerous times throughout the Year.

Philadelphia String Quartet Philadelphia String Quartet Wedding Musicians

Very polite and easy to work with. Beautiful location and would recommend to all!

Meaningful Milestones Meaningful Milestones Wedding Officiants

I had the pleasure of once again officiating at a wedding at Knowlton Mansion last night. I was so impressed. The place looked so beautiful, inside and out and the cocktail hour food that I tasted was fabulous and abundant. The staff was all professional and approachable. I love recommending Knowlton Mansion to brides when they ask. I look forward to marrying my next couple there!

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The Knowlton Mansion frequently asked questions

The Knowlton Mansion includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Knowlton Mansion includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Knowlton Mansion includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by The Knowlton Mansion for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Historic Building
  • Mansion
The Knowlton Mansion offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Knowlton Mansion offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Knowlton Mansion offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
The Knowlton Mansion offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
The Knowlton Mansion 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, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in professionalism, 4.8 in value and 4.7 in flexibility.

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