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When choosing a wedding venue, you’re doing so much more than selecting a place to walk down the aisle and host a reception. You’ll also be picking the backdrop for the majority of your wedding photos. Built in 1888, the Lightner Museum’s Gilded Age architecture creates a romantic and luxurious […]

Have you always wanted a small wedding? Or, after starting to plan a large wedding, did you decide to go a different direction in favor of something more intimate? A smaller guest list not only allows you to save money and spend more quality time with the people that matter […]

We love when our Lightner Museum couples customize elements of their wedding day to show off their personalities. At any wedding, the first dance is one of those special moments that makes a statement about your love and sets the tone for the rest of the evening. Our team is […]

Your wedding day is the perfect culmination of your love story–one you’ve spent months planning. Capturing your shared joy in photos is often one of the most anticipated parts of the wedding planning process. When it comes time to take engagement or wedding photos, a list of the best photo […]

Wedding guest books are an age-old tradition for brides and grooms who want to remember those who helped them celebrate their special day. With a traditional wedding guest book, attendees at the wedding sign their names, possibly jot down well-wishes or advice, and the couple takes the book home at […]

Bri and Dane’s July wedding at the Lightner Museum was truly one for the books! From the second we met them, it was obvious that their wedding would be filled to the brim with the love of their family and friends. The Lightner Museum was the ideal backdrop for the […]

Whether you own a dog, cat, or something more exotic, pets hold a very special place in our lives, and in our hearts. Research has shown that up to half of all Americans consider their furry friend as an official member of the family. (Coming as no surprise to most […]

Engagement season is here! This means newly engaged couples everywhere are starting to plan their wedding day and looking for wedding planners and other professionals who can help them pull it all together. The first stop: choosing the perfect wedding venue! There are so many options out there, especially here […]

Other than the dance floor, the most visited spot of your reception is undoubtedly the wedding bar. From cocktail hour to champagne toasts, you and your guests will be vibing (and imbibing) at the bar all night long, so make sure it stands out! We’ve put together our top wedding […]

On April 29, 2023, the Lightner Museum was delighted to host Cory and David as they tied the knot in front of their closest family and friends. This fun-loving couple not only created an amazing experience for their guests, they honored each other’s families in a way that was truly […]