The gardens of Historic Tuckahoe offer an unforgettable outdoor venue in Richmond, VA. This charming property offers guests a number of beautiful garden spaces and manicured lawns to host your once-in-a-lifetime event. Famously known as the childhood home of Thomas Jefferson, the 18th-century house and outbuildings provide a fascinating backdrop for outdoor celebrations. The venue at Historic Tuckahoe is the ideal setting for your long-awaited celebration. In addition to large and small wedding ceremonies, receptions, and elopements, the site can also be used for showers, engagement parties, and rehearsal dinners.

Facilities and Capacity

A pet-friendly venue, Tuckahoe offers many spaces, including a ceremony site, and several reception areas, one of which offers a colonial-style hardscaped patio and (starting in 2024) a 60 x 100 foot tent, as well as additional al fresco options. Both sides of the wedding party have access to "get-ready rooms," one in the Historic Main House, the other in the renovated Old Stable. Also included a chauffeured golf cart shuttle for limited mobility guests, grounds lighting, power and water, directional signs, lanterns, and restroom facilities for up to 100 guests. Up to 600 guests can attend events held in the various outdoor sites. Up to 45 guests can be accommodated in the Great Hall of the Historic Mansion for more intimate ceremonies and receptions. There is plenty of parking at the facility for guests and vendors

Services Offered

The staff at Historic Tuckahoe provides a wealth of knowledge and ideas for couples planning their weddings, understanding that each pair is unique in their needs and desires. Included in the venue cost is exclusive access to the grounds for six hours of event time, as well as acess to the grounds for the entire day before and after the celebration in order to set up and break down without feeling rushed. Couples may make use of get-ready rooms. A chauffeured golf cart shuttle service is available to assist limited-mobility guests.