The Alexandria Black History Museum
902 Wythe St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703/838-4356
www.alexblackhistory.org

Offering a unique historical setting suitable for intimate weddings and receptions.

Maximum Capacity: Reception 120; Seated 60

The Athenaeum
201 Prince St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703/548-0035
www.nvfaa.org

A Greek Revival building built in 1851, it was home to the Bank of the Old Dominion, where Robert E Lee did his banking. Today it is an art gallery and home of the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association. The Athenaeum is available for rental for wedding ceremonies, receptions, parties, business meetings and seminars. The building is a beautiful setting for an event, and was listed in Washingtonian Magazine as one of the ten best places to have a party in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Imagine you and your guests enjoying a special art exhibit amidst one of the few remaining examples of neo-classical Greek revival architecture in historic Alexandria. Whether for business or pleasure, having your event in this Virginia landmark property, picturesque inside and out, will create the memories of a lifetime for you and your guests.

Maximum Capacity: Reception 165; Seated 80

Carlyle Club
411 John Carlyle St.
Alexandria VA 22314
Phone: 703/548-5953
www.thecarlyleclub.com

When you step into the Carlyle Club in Alexandria you are transported back to the Cotton Club in the 1930s. A beautifully appointed art deco-styled room with a great dance floor and rounded booths along the back. The venue is one of the best in the country and boasts our nationally trained chef, Andrew Conlin, who can make your event very special. We can work within any budget and will make even your mother-in-laws blush with pride. This is a very special room for your very special day.

Maximum capacity: Reception 600; Seated 250

Carlyle House Historic Park
121 N. Fairfax St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703/549-2997
www.carlylehouse.org

Experience the unique historic ambience. The historic Carlyle House was completed in 1753 by Scottish merchant John Carlyle for his bride, Sarah Fairfax of Belvoir, member of one of the most prestigious families in colonial Virginia. One of the grandest mansions in the new town of Alexandria, their home quickly became a center of social and political life in Alexandria and gained a foothold in history when British General Braddock made the mansion his headquarters in 1755. Braddock summoned five colonial governors to meet there to plan the early campaigns of the French and Indian War.

On the National Register of Historic Places, Carlyle House is architecturally unique in Alexandria as the only stone, 18th-century Palladian-style house. The site may be rented in the evenings for private functions and weddings. Today, you can recapture the timeless elegance of this rich history in an evening reception at Carlyle House. Conveniently located in the heart of Old Town — only two blocks from the Potomac River and within minutes of Old Town's many hotels and specialty shops.

Maximum Capacity: Reception 100; Seated 75

Christ Church
118 N. Washington St.,
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703/549-1450
www.historicchristchurch.org

Christ Church is open for weddings to members of Christ Church or to those intending to become members. Space for rehearsal dinners or receptions can be rented by anyone, regardless of denomination. Please contact us at (703) 549-1450 for more information on wedding ceremonies or renting space for wedding related functions.

Collingwood Library & Museum
8301 E. Boulevard Drive, Alexandria VA 22308
Phone: 703/765-1652
www.collingwoodlibrary.com

This library and museum on Americanism, located on 8.75 acres mid-way between Old Town Alexandria and Mount Vernon Estate. It is available for weddings and receptions, seminars, retreats and other occasions.

Dandy Restaurant Cruise Ship
Zero Prince St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703/683-6076
www.dandydinnerboat.com

Let Nina's Dandy or Dandy be the romantic setting for your special day. Since 1980 we have been providing unforgettable weddings for the most discerning of tastes. Find out how our experience, elegance and charm can make your wedding event truly extraordinary. Ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners and bridal showers, leave the details to us, and enjoy your special day worry free. Day or night, rain or shine, year around, enjoy the magnificence of breathtaking views of our nation's majestic monuments and outstanding cuisine while being pampered by exceptional service staff.

Maximum Capacity: Reception 240; Seated 200

Durant Center
1605 Cameron Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703/519-3494
www3.alexandriava.gov/recreation/Durant/oswald_durant.htm

This community center features a grand multipurpose room with beautiful arched windows, gallery & terrace with scenic view as well as a large kitchen. The Durant Center is the perfect place to hold your wedding reception. The rental fees are very competitive and are among the best in the metropolitan area.

Frank Lloyd Wright's Pope-Leighey House (Located at Woodlawn)
9000 Richmond Hwy.
Mount Vernon, VA 22121
Phone: 703/780-4000
www.popeleighey1940.org

This 1940's Usonian house and furnishings were designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. On the grounds of Woodlawn, this house is a property of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Maximum Capacity: Reception 25; Seated 50 (tented)

Gadsbys's Tavern Museum
134 N.Royal St.,
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703/838-4242
www.gadsbystavern.org

Marry in the same room George and Martha Washington danced the minuet. Gadsby's Tavern consists of two buildings, the 1789 tavern and the 1792 City Tavern and Hotel, and was known for its elegant parties and dances. Two rooms are available for your use, and both are grand spaces that hosted the first five presidents. So whether it's a rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony, or sit-down reception, Gadsby's Tavern Museum continues the tradition of Mr. Gadsby by providing the best service and space to its guests. Enjoy the experience of 200 years of entertaining.

Maximum Capacity: Ceremony 90; Reception 150; Seated 75

George Washington's River Farm
(American Horticultural Society) 7931 East Boulevard Dr.
Alexandria, VA 22308
Phone: 703/768-5700
www.ahs.org

River Farm was once owned and farmed by George Washington and is now the headquarters of the American Horticultural Society. The 18th-century Manor House is set amidst 25 acres of lawns, gardens, meadows, and woods on the banks of the Potomac River. Located a few minutes drive south of Old Town, Alexandria, River Farm is available for daytime meetings, all day retreats, corporate dinners, weddings, and receptions. The manor-style house, formal and informal gardens, and sprawling lawns leading to the Potomac make River Farm a beautiful and unforgettable setting for your special day.

Maximum Capacity: Reception 200 tented; Seated 160 tented

George Washington Masonic National Memorial
101 Callahan Dr.
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703/683-2007
www.gwmemorial.org

This impressive building with its magnificent 17-foot bronze statue of George Washington, is available to host your special day. Select the stately Grand Masonic Hall with marble floors and granite columns or one of its smaller, more intimate function rooms. Conveniently located within walking distance of the King Street Metro and historic Old Town.

Maximum Capacity: Receptions 225; Seated 190 people

Hollin Hall /The Meeting House
1909 Windmill Lane, Alexandria VA 22037
Phone: 703/625-2330
www.mvuc.org/weddings.html

Hollin Hall is a gracious Georgian manor house with four separate rooms that can accommodate 140 standing or 90 seated plus formal entry hall, and modern kitchen. Events can spread out onto the lovely wisteria-arbored terrace next to the boxwood maze. The Meeting House is a spacious, contemporary site for larger weddings and receptions, with clean, lines, warm hardwood floors and a soaring ceiling. Both are owned by Mount Vernon Unitarian Church, on seven landscaped acres just four miles south of Old Town Alexandria.

Lee-Fendall House Museum and Garden
614 Oronoco St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703/548-1789
www.leefendallhouse.org

The Lee-Fendall House Museum and Garden, which have served as the setting for generations of family celebrations, is available to rent for their own special events such as weddings, receptions, tea parties, bridal showers, anniversary parties, garden parties and birthday parties for both adults and children. The museum and garden offer a unique and intimate site for your special event. Proceeds from our rental program support our museum programs and help preserve our beautiful house and garden. The large clapboard home was built in 1785 and occupied by generations of the "Lees of Virginia" and the labor-union leader John L. Lewis.

Maximum Capacity: Reception 50; Seated 20; Garden 140 (tented)

The Lloyd House
220 N Washington St
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703/838-4554
www.historicalexandria.org

The first floor and garden of Lloyd House are available for rentals and can accommodate up to 125 people, depending on the occasion. This includes weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners, parties, meetings and programs. Constructed around 1796-1797 by John Wise, a prominent entrepreneur in the early town who also constructed Gadsby's Tavern (1785), Lloyd House is one of the best examples of Alexandria's late eighteenth-century Georgian style architecture.

Capacity: 125 reception; 100 seated

The Lyceum
201 S. Washington St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703/838-4994
www.alexandriahistory.org

The Lyceum was built in 1839 in the Greek Revival style. The Alexandria Library Company, an organization devoted to the intellectual improvement of the citizens of Alexandria, occupied the building until the Civil War. After the war the building was sold as a private residence. It was saved from demolition in 1969 and in 1974, after extensive restoration, opened as the nation's first Bicentennial Center. It now serves as the history museum for the City of Alexandria. A large room is available for meetings, lectures, concerts, weddings and receptions and can accommodate groups of up to 175. A small kitchen is available adjacent to the function room.

Maximum Capacity: Reception 140; Seated 100

The Mount Vernon Inn
P.O. Box 110
Mount Vernon, VA 22121
Phone: 703/780-0011
www.mountvernon.org

When the occasion is truly a special one — when the atmosphere must be as unique and memorable as the people you're entertaining — think first and foremost of the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant...now boasting a beautiful sunken garden space ideal for wedding ceremonies. An elegant brick and slate outdoor courtyard will hold approximately 120 seats under a 30' x 30' white tent. A bridal staircase, perfect for pictures, will lead your guests into the garden from our new Verandah Dining Room. Fireplaces crackle and pop in season, casting a warm glow over the entire restaurant. Delicate and hearty aromas flow from the Chef Field's kitchen. Our staff is attired in the charming style of the 18th century. So why not treat your guests and yourself to a celebration that will be remembered for years to come. We would be delighted to be of service.

Maximum Capacity: Reception 250; Seated 220

Potomac Belle Charters
2412 Belle Haven Meadows Ct.
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703/868-5566
www.potomacbelle.com

A unique and exciting alternative for special occasions! A 59' custom Bluewater, Coast Guard-certified for guests. She has a large interior salon with air conditioning and heat and a beautiful upper deck for those perfect evening panoramic views of Alexandria and the Washington skyline. We cruise the calm waters of the Potomac River with its many memorable postcard views. Day or evening cruises are arranged to fit your schedule. Business entertainment, private parties, weddings, birthdays, and anniversaries are our specialties. We take the art of entertaining to a whole new level, no matter what the occasion. You and your guests will remember it for years to come. April - December only.

Maximum Capacity: Reception 35

Potomac Riverboat Company
205 The Strand
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703/684-0580
www.potomacriverboatco.com

Enjoy an unforgettable riverboat reception or rehearsal dinner aboard our authentic sternwheeler, the Cherry Blossom. Our two elegant salons are climate controlled for year-round cruises. Let us help you plan your wedding celebration as you cruise along the Potomac on one of our wedding or rehearsal boat tours. Celebrate your memorable occasion aboard the Cherry Blossom. Join us for the ceremony, reception, or rehearsal dinner, as you cruise the Potomac River in festive style. Additional boats available for smaller, more intimate events.

Maximum Capacity: Reception 200; Seated 120

Torpedo Factory Art Center
105 N. Union St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703/838-4565
www.torpedofactory.org

Make your event a memorable one at the art center located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria on the Potomac River waterfront. You and your guests will enjoy our award-winning facility. The unique open spaces in the art center, surrounded by art studios and artwork, can be rented for private events during the evening hours. The art center is an increasingly popular venue for wedding ceremonies and receptions.

Maximum Capacity: Reception 770; Seated 330

Woodlawn
9000 Richmond Hwy.
Alexandria, VA 22309
Phone: 703/780-4000
www.woodlawn1805.org

America's first President gave Woodlawn as a wedding gift to his cherished family. This National Historic Landmark is perfect for ceremonies, receptions, and other corporate events. Guests will have the opportunity to tour this grand Federal-era house, enjoy the grounds and create a truly memorable experience. The Georgian mansion was built in the 1800's atop Gray's Hill overlooking the Potomac River. This site was designed by Dr. William Thorton, architect of the U.S. Capitol Building.

Maximum Capacity: Reception 600 tented; Seated 350 tented; Mansion: Seated 50