Wedding Planning

There are a lot of unexpected wedding costs that don’t make it onto the average wedding planning budget spreadsheets. What are these costs, and how much should you budget for them?

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 […]

2023 was a record year for weddings and events at the Lightner Museum. We can’t wait to see what 2024 will bring! As we ushered in this much-anticipated year, our team took the time to reflect on some of the top wedding trends. We’re sharing our list of predictions for […]

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 […]

Now that you’ve had time to celebrate your engagement, it’s time to start wedding planning! Our ultimate wedding planning timeline and checklist includes insights on when to book your wedding venue, hire vendors, send out invitations, and more.

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 […]