*Now offering an All-Inclusive Intimate Wedding Package option for weddings of 100 guests or less. Available for Sunday wedding dates a year or less away. Ask our team for more details!*
Lightner Museum is a historic wedding venue set in St. Augustine, Florida. This venue was built in 1888 by Henry M. Flagler as a hotel that would host grand events. For the past 130 years, this venue has been the center for extravagant celebrations in the St. Augustine area. If you are looking for a setting with historical significance and romantic ambiance, Lightner Museum is a perfect fit.
Facilities and Capacity Art, culture, and romance emanate through this historic wedding venue. The Historic Pool and Mezzanine features magnificent high ceilings, grand staircases, and multiple levels for entertaining on your wedding day. The Grand Lobby is perfect for your cocktail hour, and features sparkling chandeliers, historic art pieces, and mosaic tile floors. These unique spaces provide the ability to accommodate grand events for up to 250 guests. This makes the Lightner Museum not only one of the most elegant St Augustine wedding venues, but one of the most versatile as well!
Amenities and Services Offered Service excellence is our standard at the Lightner Museum. Some of the amenities provided by the Museum include:
24 white or color-changing uplights in historic pool
4 white or color-changing uplights in the alcoves of the Historic Pool
Ambiance Edison lighting surrounding the Historic Pool
Dance Floor
Pipe and Drape - Soft ivory backdrop for wedding ceremonies in the Historic Pool
60" Round Tables (up to 25) - seats 8-10 guests per table
24" High Top Tables (up to 12)
36" High Top Tables (up to 12)
48" Round Tables (up to 4)
8' x 2.5' Rectangular Banquet Tables (up to 20)
6' x 2.5' Rectangular Banquet Tables (up to 6)
60" Half Moon Tables (up to 3)
Gold Chiavari Chairs (up to 250)
In-house bar with customizable beverage package options
Dedicated Event Manager: Works with you and your wedding coordinator to seamlessly assist with venue-related planning. Venue team leader on event day.
Support Staff: On-hand the day of your event to greet guests, open doors, complete setup, maintain cleanliness, and break down at the end of the evening.
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I don’t even know where to begin. Nobody could’ve prepared us for what 2020 had in store for us when we decided to have our daughters wedding at this beautiful venue back in 2019. The team at The Lightner was prepared, professional and most of all thoughtful. The entire team at The Lightner was excellent in communication in answering all my questions and concerns. After postponing from March to August the Wedding was able to happen and it was beyond beautiful. The staff managed all vendors and allowed everyone to enjoy the wedding. Family and guests are still talking about the venue. Thank you to Katie, Brandy, Olivia and the entire Lightner Team for making 8/21/20 the Wedding our daughter dreamed of it was absolutely PERFECT!!
Sent on 09/20/2020
The Lightner Museum's reply:
Cassie thank you so much for your sweet words! It was wonderful having such a amazing MOB to help along the way! And even though the wedding was postponed we were happy to get to know everyone a little longer and to assist a few extra months! Our team all loved being part of the special day from the first tour to the grande sparkler exit! We cannot wait to see pictures!
Maya Asselta Thatcher
· Getting married on 06/12/2021
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Best. Night. Ever.
From planning and preparation, to the main event, my Lightner wedding experience was exceptional! I can not say enough good things about the staff. Katie and her crew worked tirelessly to ensure that the entire night ran smoothly and went off without a hitch! Every detail was well thought out and executed flawlessly. The staff was incredibly attentive and knew what we wanted, before we even knew (food from our buffet, a drink or glass of water, etc.)! They were truly a godsend! We had our ceremony in the "Grand Lobby" (which I would highly recommend, it was GORGEOUS!), and then moved through the museum to the "pool area" for cocktail hour, dinner and the reception. The space held our 165 guests well, and everyone was comfortable throughout the night. The acoustics of the building itself, made for a great sound from the band, and we enjoyed dancing the night away under the fun string lighting! If you're looking for a venue that's iconic, unique and functional, then this is definitely where you want to be! :)
Sent on 01/08/2020
The Lightner Museum's reply:
Hi Maya -
You are the absolute sweetest!!! The pictures are just so pretty and we love reliving your big day! Your wedding was just gorgeous and the vision was so pretty. We loved being a part of it and the palm trees fit so well!!! That first dance.. still gives me chills. :) We wish you and Luke a lifetime of happiness!
Best Wishes,
Katie & The Treasury Venue Collection
Shane Silpe
· Getting married on 02/03/2021
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Look No Further for a Perfect & Unique Wedding Experience
My wife and I couldn't be happier, truly, with our perfect wedding day. From the first point of contact, we were in awe of the venue and the service we received. The venue speaks for itself. We wanted something different than the stereotypical wedding factory of a hotel or event venue. If you want a unique and picture-perfect location, there is truly no other option in Florida. Throughout the planning process, Brandy was AMAZING and found creative solutions, making each step as seamless and stress-free as possible. If you cross-reference our wedding date, you will find that our wedding occurred two days before The Lightner closed due to Coronavirus, when CDC limited gatherings to 10 people, and thus our wedding day faced more challenges and cancellations than most. Regardless, Brandy and her team modified plans and delivered a great event. We couldn't be more thankful and couldn't more highly recommend this perfect wedding experience.
Sent on 03/31/2020
The Lightner Museum's reply:
Shane you and Steph are too sweet for words! I am so happy you were able to host your wedding and reception at the Lightner! I was honor to help such a loving couple and so happy we had the perfect guest count for the lobby ceremony! I cannot wait to see the pictures - so please send along! You and Steph better come and visit!
What items and services are included in the starting site fee at The Lightner Museum?
The Lightner Museum includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Set Up
Tables
At The Lightner Museum, what does the bar service starting price include?
The bar service starting price at The Lightner Museum includes:
Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar
What are the most important characteristics of The Lightner Museum in terms of venue type, style and location?
The space offered by The Lightner Museum for wedding events is known for:
Ballroom
Historic Building
Museum
What kind of indoor/outdoor options are available at The Lightner Museum for wedding events?
The Lightner Museum offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor
What kind of wedding events does The Lightner Museum offer?
The Lightner Museum offers the following types of wedding events:
Ceremony
Reception
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner
What services does The Lightner Museum offer for wedding events?
The Lightner Museum offers the following services for wedding events:
Bar Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Lighting / Sound
Outside Vendors
Preferred Vendors Only
Set Up
What furniture and decorations does The Lightner Museum have available for wedding events?
The Lightner Museum offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
Chairs
Dance Floor
Drapery
Lighting
Tables
What percentage of users recommend The Lightner Museum and which are the most valued aspects of their wedding services?
The Lightner Museum is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
