Hyde Park Presbyterian Church Reviews

Hyde Park Presbyterian Church

Austin, TX

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Emily Sent on 04/28/2026

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We loved our wedding here!

Highly recommend Hyde Park Presbyterian for anyone looking for a wedding ceremony venue for around 100 people. We fit 113 and it was comfortably full. Such a precious chapel and so happy it was a part of our day! Karen is great and we loved working with her!
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Rochell Sent on 11/22/2024

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We had a wonderful experience working with Karen at Hyde Park Presbyterian! Charming! Intimate! And working with Karen was so easy! Excellent communic

The church is so darling! Having the additional space for my daughter to get ready and be hidden away was perfect! It was relaxing and truly a perfect day! Having the piano on site created an elevated ambiance to the ceremony! So intimate and beautiful! So much history and charm! Hidden jewel in Austin! Loved having our ceremony here! Definitely recommend for a smaller more intimate wedding!
Leela Sent on 05/10/2023

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Lovely Experience we highly recommend

We had such a great experience getting married at Hyde Park Presbyterian Church. Coordinating our local (legal) ceremony in Austin was really easy with the help of Karen.
She was such a pleasure to work with. She made the process very easy and was so kind through out our planning process. We highly recommend doing your ceremony at the beautiful historic church in Hyde Park.

Natasha Sent on 10/15/2022

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Beautiful Church & Wonderful Wedding Experience

We were married at Hyde Park Presbyterian over Labor Day 2022. The church couldn’t be more perfect. It’s an adorable, picture perfect, white chapel. We chose to have a small wedding with 60 guests, but the church aboyt 200. There’s also plenty of parking outside and of course, it’s in a beautiful, historical neighborhood.

Karen was really amazing to work with. She responded to our every question immediately, met us at the church at our request, & was very detail oriented. We knew there would be no surprises on our wedding day when working with Karen- and we were right!
Jane Sent on 07/28/2022

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Wonderful experience

MS. Karen is very accomodating, great at explaining everything and willing to work with your time;.
Ben K. Sent on 05/06/2021

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April 2021 wedding at HPPC

Full disclosure: my wife and I are actually members of the HPPC, but we originally looked at it first as a potential ceremony site.

Having a church ceremony was important to us and HPPC checked off some pretty big boxes. We toured a lot of venues after we got engaged (Dec. '19), but one thing my wife kept bringing up was how much she wanted to get married in a church. We were both brought up Presbyterian and had been searching on and off for years to find a church. So when we came across HPPC it piqued our interest. And after meeting Karen and touring the place, HPPC was the easy front runner when it came time to decide on a venue.

We joined as members a few months after signing our ceremony contract because we felt that if we're getting married here, we should try to become embedded in the community. On that note, it's been a really rewarding decision.

But that's just us. HPPC is a great even if you're just looking for a venue. And I'm guessing if you're reading this, you're at least considering a church wedding, too. Karen worked well with our month-of coordinator and everything went smoothly on the day-of. Karen had pretty bows she put on the pews to help separate groups for COVID-19 protocols.

The bridal suite in the next building is big enough to accommodate a decent sized group. The groom's area is the multipurpose room behind the chapel. You could get ready there, but we chose to do it at my hotel room nearby and then go back there for pictures.

While it checked off a lot of personal boxes for us, I also think HPPC offers something aesthetically. It's a small, quaint but very pretty chapel in a beautiful historic neighborhood. The white siding, the little steeple, the old pews (I believe they are original), the grass lawn & playground. On a beautiful day -- it was 82 and sunny on our wedding -- it's picturesque.

Which leads to another point: it's a great spot for pictures. I've included some below from our photographer, Eryn Chandler, who I would wholeheartedly also recommend you hire if you're in the market.

Happy venue hunting. It can be the toughest part of planning because it's usually the thing you try to tackle first. Whether or not a church wedding is important to you, I happen to think the HPPC was a nice setting for ours. It was very us. If you want a shabby chic hill country wedding, the HPPC isn't going to be for you. But I believe there's something to be said for a cute spring time church wedding.

If you chose HPPC, I you won't be disappointed.
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Sh Sent on 12/08/2020

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Caring and Considerate

Hyde Park Presbyterian was the island of calm and beauty in our COVID wedding journey. The sanctuary provides a simple, yet beautiful and intimate setting in which to stage the wedding of your dreams. The staff was thoughtful and capable, helping us plan and coordinate our efforts.
Angela Sent on 05/13/2019

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Above and beyond the best!

My husband and I were married at Hydepark Presbyterian Church in December 2018. We had the challenge of organizing a wedding out of state. However we were amazed by how stress free this part of the journey was for us. The wedding coordinator Karen Laffer went above and beyond to make sure the church was open and available for the flower delivery and set up. Karen is hands-down the most responsive, helpful, organized, and calming coordinator I have ever met. She graciously walked us through our options in terms of church decoration, music, guest capacity, rehearsal and day of wedding expectations, and even provided us with tips for how to go about making the most out of ceremony experience. The church itself is beautiful and very versatile. The grounds are radiant and make for the most natural and unique pictures.
Our wedding was made very special by the people at Hydepark and we will forever treasure this in our hearts. Highly recommend this beautiful church to you my reader friend.
Cheers!
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Elise Sent on 12/17/2017

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My husband and I could not have picked a more perfect place! From the moment we saw it we knew this was where we’d say “I do”. The sanctuary at Hyde Park Presybyterian is absolutely stunning. The beautiful hardwood floors and windows create an iconic view for both you and your guests. The beautifully landscaped grounds are picturesque and make for gorgeous photos. This quaint little church is nothing you’d expect !
Elise Sent on 12/17/2017

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My husband and I could not have picked a more perfect place! From the moment we saw it we knew this was where we’d say “I do”. The sanctuary at Hyde Park Presybyterian is absolutely stunning. The beautiful hardwood floors and windows create an iconic view for both you and your guests. The beautifully landscaped grounds are picturesque and make for gorgeous photos. This quaint little church is nothing you’d expect !
Emily Sent on 08/27/2017

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Hyde Park Presbyterian Church has left me with some of the fondest memories of my wedding day. I always wanted to get married in a small, picturesque church. Karen was responsive, helpful, and best of all the location was absolutely affordable- especially for Austin standards. Linda, the minister at Hyde Park, also provided so much love and support through the whole process and we were so happy to have her up there with us during our vows. I would recommend Hyde Park Presbyterian church to anyone who was having a small to medium size wedding and wants a beautiful, traditional, church setting; it was absolutely the best!
Violet Sent on 08/24/2017

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This was the most picturesque church wedding we could have possible imagine. The coordinator was a pleasure to work with- and we were able to pull together a small wedding in a short amount of time. They were also very flexible on the decorations that we wanted left in the church or taken away. Beautiful little white chapel, great acoustics for sound, and a perfectly intimate wedding venue. Loved getting ready in the house next door also!
Cassandra Sent on 01/07/2017

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Can't say enough good things about Hype Park Presbyterian. Wonderful service, intimate sanctuary AND photographs beautifully!
From our first inquiry to our wedding day, wedding representative Karen Laffere was responsive, professional and just great to work with. We didn't have an officiant selected, so we also attended service a few times to get to know Pastor Linda Bourianoff, and immediately felt at home with her, the church and its members. Ultimately, we chose to have Linda officiate (which included 4 pre-marital sessions which we truly enjoyed), had a morning ceremony and rented the Wooten Hall for a short coffee reception immediately after.
Leading up to the wedding, coordinating details with Karen was probably the easiest part of the whole event! She and Linda were super flexible with the rehearsal schedule, and making sure our day was just as we hoped; Linda even took the time to run through our vows multiple times until we felt comfortable that we could hold it together the next day! Linda made our ceremony truly personal, and we got such great feedback from those in attendance about the ceremony and the way she spoke about us. We can't imagine getting married anywhere else, or by anyone else. It was perfect.
Paola Sent on 01/04/2017

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Our wedding experience was wonderful at the Hyde Park Presbyterian Church. Karen was so helpful and sweet and always available for questions. Her husband as well! The church was a great size for us (50 guests). The setting was serene and beautiful. We used their pianist and we were able to have our favorite songs played for the ceremony (Beatles and Beach Boys songs). We loved everything about this experience.
Rachel Sent on 12/13/2016

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When my now husband and I started planning our wedding we knew that we wanted to find a small church for the ceremony. When we originally met with Karen, we quickly found out the date we wanted was not available. We almost walked away, but went back to Karen and asked if we could work around the conflict to make this church work for us. She agreed and we are so happy she did.

While we loved the idea of the church, we really knew we made the right decision when we met with Linda. Linda required that we schedule 4 pre-marriage counseling sessions with her before our wedding and we never hesitated to say yes. When we met Linda, we immediately knew we were home. She is one of the kindest, loving and most compassionate people we met during this entire process. I was very worried about crying during the ceremony and the day we got married she took extra care to make sure that I was okay during the entire ceremony. She spent a lot of time getting to know us and in turn used that relationship to make our ceremony loving and sweet. She made the ceremony something we will never forget. We highly recommend this little church to anyone looking for a special place on their wedding day.
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I cannot say enough good things about Hyde Park Presbyterian Church. This was a wonderful venue for our wedding ceremony. Karen, the venue coordinator, was very responsive and welcoming to us -- right away we knew we had found the right place. The quaint little white chapel is beautiful on the inside and gives you a cozy, traditional feel. We rented Wooten Hall and Mavis House as well (which are right next door) for a day-of breakfast gathering and as a bridal suite. I could not have asked for a better day or place to celebrate it!
Courtney Sent on 07/17/2016

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BEYOND satisfied with the experience I had with my wedding at Hyde Park Presbyterian. The church is beautiful - I hardly decorated because I loved the simplicity and historical uniqueness of the building. It was a perfect size for our group - 65 people very comfortably fit in the pews. The church coordinator, Karen, was always so sweet, and we really appreciated the level of freedom we were given. I highly recommend this little gem to anyone looking for a laid-back, comfortable and absolutely beautiful venue, not to mention the VERY affordable prices!
Meghan Sent on 06/22/2016

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Karen was so sweet and helpful as we planned our wedding on very short notice. She was readily available with answers to any questions we had, and she made it so easy to put together our big day. The church was perfect for our rather small, intimate wedding. Beautiful natural light, and a picturesque, historic quality that really lent to the ambience. So many of our guests commented on the natural beauty of the church. Parking was not an issue. We elected to make use of the bridal house, as well. It made for a relaxed, easygoing morning of preparation, and there was enough space for me, my bridesmaids, my mom, my grandma, and a few other guests to hang out and get ready comfortably. Absolute best value, hands down. If you're planning a small wedding, I highly recommend Hyde Park Presbyterian Church!
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Hyde Park Presbyterian Church is beautiful and I am so glad that we had our wedding ceremony there. It is simple but elegant and just what I was looking for. The pastor and Karen, the wedding representative, were gracious, kind and very helpful and did everything possible to ensure that our ceremony was just as we wanted it to be.

The yard is gorgeous and very well kept. The tall trees and flowers add to the beauty of the church. I would highly recommend this church for your wedding day.
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Hyde Park Presbyterian Church was a wonderful setting for our wedding! The charm of the historical church was evident and many of our guests commented on how lovely the church looked. Karen and Pastor Linda were so kind to us and amazing to work with in the planning and preparation of our wedding. I would highly recommend Hyde Park Presbyterian church for weddings!
Kari Sent on 06/27/2015

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We highly recommend Hyde Park Presbyterian Church for a small to medium size wedding venue! We had approximately 60 guests, and the space was perfect. The sanctuary is a gorgeous historical building on nice grounds. Karen Laffere, HPPC's wedding contact, was very informative and helpful from start to finish. Pastor Linda, HPPC's pastor, was fantastic - so kind, and such a blessing to our relationship and our special day! We also rented the building next door to the sanctuary, Mavis' House, for me (the bride) to get ready in before the wedding. It worked out great! Karen was able to recommend pianist Jim James for our ceremony, and he was also really great - thorough, flexible, patient, and a very talented pianist! We had a very positive, well-priced experience with Hyde Park Presbyterian Church as our wedding venue!
Danielle Sent on 05/22/2015

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I couldn't be happier with how my wedding turned out at The Hyde Park Presbyterian Church! I always wanted to be married in a little white church and with the help of Google, found this one! It's nestled in a small corner of Hyde Park with great parking and even a small playground for the kids. When planning the wedding, we were very aware of our strict budget, so I loved that they had their rates including deposits clearly listed on their website. The staff was amazing to work with and very accommodating! Any changes or questions I had, they responded to them quickly. I admit, I was a little worried when we had our first visit at the church. My husband and I are heavily tattooed, have two kids together and are not the "normal" family. I wasn't sure how or even if we would be accepted, but it was never an issue. The staff was so kind and helpful! I loved every bit of our wedding and I'm so glad that we chose The Hyde Park Presbyterian Church as our ceremony venue!
Jenny Sent on 04/18/2015

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It's was an amazing experence. Thank you,Karen and Linda for making it a truly wonderful wedding.
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Karen was very flexible with us. She was always on time and understanding of our disorganized family and scheduling. The church was beautiful, inside and out. It's a very quaint church, which was perfect for our small wedding. The church looks small, but we couldn't even fill it! It was so elegant and simple that we didn't even bring decorations, although Karen offered decorations from within the church, which was a nice option to have. Overall, it was the perfect experience!
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FANTASTIC in every sense! I had to plan a wedding in ONE MONTH exactly and Karen was super responsive and helpful during the whole process. The building has been beautifully redone to have a old charming appeal. Because it is an old treasure- they will not allow any lit candles (heads up)- Also provided is a whole house for the bridal party to get ready in- (cute house next door) as well as a very affordable and talented pianist if requested. I would HIGHLY recommend this venue!!
Blair Sent on 08/04/2014

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We are so grateful for our experience at Hyde Park Presbyterian Church. The church is beautiful- perfect for an intimate wedding. Our guests loved it. The pianist did a fantastic job. The best part of our experience was going through pre-marital counseling with Reverend Linda Bourianoff. I know that sounds surprising- analyzing your relationship isn't how most people enjoy spending their time!! But it was truly so positive and helpful for us. Linda's advice was sincere, honest, and hopeful. Getting to know her was a blessing in itself. I strongly recommend the church and her as an officiant. Thank you to the entire Hyde Park Presbyterian team!!!
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Our experience with Hyde Park Presbyterian was outstanding! It was the perfect chapel for us: simple, small, and beautiful! Karen took great care of us and made sure all details were perfect! Many of our guests commented on how perfect the chapel was! Just wonderful!
Joe D. Sent on 03/05/2014

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Hyde Park Presbyterian Church was a beautiful setting for our wedding. It's a more intimate setting for those who are looking for a smaller ceremony. The church itself is beautiful and was very quaint. Karen who helped organize everything was very helpful and extremely flexible. She made the planning easy and worry-free for us. We couldn't have chosen a better place for our special day!
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When our daughter found Hyde Park Presbyterian Church in Austin she knew it was where she wanted to have her wedding! It is such a beautiful location with a simple elegance and the type of church she had always dreamed of having her wedding! So we called the church and were really hoping they would let us use the church for her wedding. We were all so excited to find out that it was possible! The Pastor Linda Bourianoff and Karen Laffere met us and it was on. They were always very sweet and helpful whenever we ever had any questions or whatever we needed. We also were able to use the Mavis House next door for our daughter to get ready at before the wedding. The wedding turned out absolutely fantastic!! All our friends and family were so impressed with how beautiful and yet simple it was and we are still getting compliments over a month later! We were so glad that we found the church and will always remember the day with wonderful fond memories! It couldn't have been better any where else!
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Our wedding was perfect. The chapel was picturesque and we were able to decorate it as we choose. The trees and yard are beautiful and well kept. The rates were very reasonable and the staff was kind and helpful. We couldn't have asked for a better location for our ceremony.
Carol Sent on 12/10/2013

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Karen Laffere at Hyde Park was extremely helpful. She provided extra chairs since our guests outnumbered the seating capacity of the church, made sure we had everything we needed and interfaced with our wedding coordinator so the entire day ran smoothly. One of the bridesmaids left jewelry in the pastor's office by mistake and Karen made sure it was sent back to me immediately. April Kwon, the pianist at Hyde Park was extraordinary and played all the classical selections I requested beautifully. I might add that the music I requested would not have been in the average pianist' s repertoire. Everyone was so helpful
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If you want a small intimate wedding this is the church for you. The staff is so great and so nice and the Pastor, Lynda, is one of the most caring people we have ever met. Everything went as planned for our wedding - The church was opened early to turn on the AC (it's hot in August), the pianist April played beautifully and our ceremony was exactly how we wanted it.
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Beautiful venue with so much charm! Staff was wonderful to work with. A true gem!
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There are not enough kind words to express how perfect this venue was and how wonderful it was to work with Karen. We had a small ceremony on Good Friday and, even during Holy Week, they were STILL able to accommodate us. The rooms that were provided for both the Bride (Wooten Hall) and Groom parties were welcoming, clean and had just the right amount of space. We hired a pianist, April Kwon, through the church and she was just what we were looking for: Professional, prepared and played beautifully.
I highly recommend this venue to to anyone looking for an affordable, quaint, picturesque church that is located in central Austin.
Katy Sent on 04/12/2013

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We loved having our wedding here. The church is lovely and it was the perfect place for our wedding... just what we were looking for. The location was great and the rates were very reasonable. Many of our guests commented on how charming the church was.

Karen was very kind and helpful. We met with her a number of times during the planning process and really appreciated her input and suggestions. Their wedding website provided us with some great ideas for decorations, invitations and other aspects of planning that we hadn't thought of. It also has some really nice photos of the church, the yard and other weddings.

They offer the services of their pastor, pianist and violinist, but don't push you to use them. We had our own pianist and soloist and were pleased at how great the acoustics were. Everything was wonderful and I would highly recommend Hyde Park Presbyterian for your wedding.
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We absolutely loved the church and were very pleased with the staff. Linda and Karen met with us several times during the planning process. April Kwon played the piano at our wedding and it was beautiful. Everyone commented that the church we chose was very quaint and storybook like. We had a little over 100 people and everyone fit perfectly. I would highly recommend having your wedding here.
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We could not have asked for anything more.
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I know giving 5 out of 5 make it unrealistic but our wedding was prefect in this location, if you are looking for a small scale but good feel in church wedding, i would recommend this church. The price is fair, rooms are nice, the equipment are good, not to mention the environment, and you can hire musicians from the church. The manager is a very nice and helpful lady. Very good wedding church you can find in Austin, We searched a lot of churches and this is the one we decided and loved.
Jennifer Sent on 01/15/2013

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We loved having our wedding here. The church was so perfect for us. It had that old Texas charm and history that made it special. It was more reasonably priced than most. Another big plus was the freedom to have your wedding the way you wanted it. We wanted a church wedding but wanted to do it our own way. We found that in most churches if you weren't a member the cost was exorbitant and you had to use their clergy, musicians, take classes, and follow all kinds of rules. They offer the any services you need but don't force you to use them. The rules were perfectly reasonable (ie. no candles or rice) and they even let us open a window for my mother due to chemical (perfume) sensitivities. That understanding was huge for us and not typical when dealing with the general population. Karen even met with us, let us pick the banners we wanted, was flexible with the time, and helped us with the usual church protocol since we were winging it without a wedding planner. She always responded quickly to our emails and just made it such an easy day for us. They even surprised us by putting our names on the big outdoor announcement board which made it easier to find. She also told us such charming stories about the history of the church which really added to the experience of having our wedding ceremony at this location. I was very very happy with the whole experience and would whole-heartedly recommend this location to anyone for their special day. Thank you Karen!
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The church provided a lovely setting and warm atmosphere for our wedding. Karen was extremely helpful with all the details. Everything was perfect and beautiful!
April Sent on 08/11/2011

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This charming little church is the best place for an intimate and elegant wedding. The building and grounds are full of history yet nicely renovated. The church's pastor and musicians are top-notch, and provided wonderful services. The church made the special day even more memorable.
Rebecca Sent on 07/07/2021

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Beautiful church with a talented team

This was the perfect spot to hold our wedding. Emily, the pastor did our ceremony and was so great to work with.
Juan, the pianist, is so talented and even learned a new song for our processional.

They both guided us through the flow of the event at our rehearsal. Our guests were so impressed by the beauty of this small white church, and by Rev. Emily and Juan.

Couldn't be happier to have been married here.
Liz Sent on 11/02/2016

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This was exactly the church we were searching for, a perfect white chapel, with beautiful old wooden pews and big bright windows. We had a smaller wedding, about 86 people, and we filled the church nicely. I think they said they can fit 100 or a little over that but it looks perfect with our small wedding. I loved that there was separate bridal house (Mavis' House) and a space for the groom and groomsman to hang out. Karen was incredibly accommodating, she was always on time and punctual and very sweet. We got married on a Sunday afternoon and that was fine, a lot of churches wouldn't allow that.

One of my favorite touches is that they put your names on the church sign with your wedding date. Our guests all commented on how sweet a wedding chapel it was, and I liked that it wasn't so enormous. We were close to our guests and it has beautiful acoustics. All around a dream ceremony venue, it photographed well and was incredibly easy to use.
User2043727 Sent on 02/18/2015

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Karen was very easy to work with and very helpful. Such a beautiful church and I'm so glad we picked this venue!
Holly Sent on 01/24/2014

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Hyde Park Presbyterian church was an awesome place to have a wedding - they were very flexible and willing to work with me regarding the details, times, etc. The church was beautiful and needed very little decorations - all of my guests commented on how perfect the church was for a small-medium wedding.
Heidi Sent on 06/28/2011

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I got married here a few months ago and, looking back, I could never imagine getting married anywhere else. The church is so charming and the lady who showed me around was more than accommodating.
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We absolutely fell in love with this church and everyone who is apart of it! Everytime my husaband and/or I would meet with Linda or Karen, we knew we had picked the best place for our wedding. They are kind and loving and made us feel so extremely welcomed. The only reason we rated the flexibility with 3 1/2 stars, was because of Linda and OUR busy schedules. We had a difficult time scheduling our premarital counseling sessions.
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I had been looking for a venue for quite some time and when I saw the sanctuary, I fell in love. It is the perfect location for a wedding and I couldn't wait for my big day. The location will make all the difference.
Mary Sent on 02/26/2022

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From the beginning to the end and in between we enjoyed being able to get clarity on all things that we needed to make our day amazing!

We loved getting married at Hyde Park Presbyterian, the church was amazing, the lighting and the beauty of the church just made our wedding more beautiful. We loved the ability to customize it and give the church our theme and feel and that it fit all our guests easily! I loved the history behind the church and the bridal suite for all my ladies prior to the wedding!
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User2366063 Sent on 10/13/2015

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Overall, we are extremely happy with Hyde Park Presbyterian. Karen was very helpful, kind, and responsive. We felt welcome at this church for our wedding, especially since we are not members. Securing the church and financial transactions were easy, and Karen made sure to follow up with us before any deadline. They were accommodating and let us use our own minister as they weren't sure their pastor would be available on our date. We really enjoyed having our names and date on the church's sign.Unfortunately, Karen wasn't available on our wedding day for personal reasons. Someone else was there to let us in the church and house; however, I wish someone would have stayed during the ceremony to troubleshoot because the church's A/C died before the ceremony. We definitely wanted an indoor ceremony and the A/C malfunctioning made it uncomfortable for the wedding party and our guests (and perspiring caused issues with my undergarments used for my dress). April was our pianist. She was also very responsive. She arrived to the rehearsal and ceremony on time. She was able to play everything we requested. The only complaint that I have is that she stopped playing one of the processional songs right before my entrance song (my entrance was a little delayed due to my father helping the ring bearer). It caused a VERY awkward and uncomfortable silence, about 2 minutes, for not only our guests but especially for my husband-to-be. Our minister even asked her to keep playing. She didn't. I am disappointed that she did not try to solve the problem and replay the song or something. As mentioned, we were very happy with the church. We loved the size, history, location, and working with Karen. She was one of the main reasons why I chose this church. Even with the A/C problem, which I hope they fix, I would recommend this church. And, I would advise anyone interested in renting this church confirm that someone will be at the church to help resolve any issues or provide assistance.
User2435963 Sent on 10/13/2015

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Overall, we are extremely happy with Hyde Park Presbyterian. Karen was very helpful, kind, and responsive. We felt welcome at this church for our wedding, especially since we are not members. Securing the church and financial transactions were easy, and Karen made sure to follow up with us before any deadline. They were accommodating and let us use our own minister as they weren't sure their pastor would be available on our date. We really enjoyed having our names and date on the church's sign.Unfortunately, Karen wasn't available on our wedding day for personal reasons. Someone else was there to let us in the church and house; however, I wish someone would have stayed during the ceremony to troubleshoot because the church's A/C died before the ceremony. We definitely wanted an indoor ceremony and the A/C malfunctioning made it uncomfortable for the wedding party and our guests (and perspiring caused issues with my undergarments used for my dress). April was our pianist. She was also very responsive. She arrived to the rehearsal and ceremony on time. She was able to play everything we requested. The only complaint that I have is that she stopped playing one of the processional songs right before my entrance song (my entrance was a little delayed due to my father helping the ring bearer). It caused a VERY awkward and uncomfortable silence, about 2 minutes, for not only our guests but especially for my husband-to-be. Our minister even asked her to keep playing. She didn't. I am disappointed that she did not try to solve the problem and replay the song or something. As mentioned, we were very happy with the church. We loved the size, history, location, and working with Karen. She was one of the main reasons why I chose this church. Even with the A/C problem, which I hope they fix, I would recommend this church. And, I would advise anyone interested in renting this church confirm that someone will be at the church to help resolve any issues or provide assistance.

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