The Best Historic Estate & Mansion Wedding Venues in Memphis, TN

The Best Historic Estate & Mansion Wedding Venues in Memphis, TN

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5 Wedding Venues in Memphis, TN

Historic estates, mansions
100-150 guests
The Cadre Building 

5.0

Memphis, TN
  • Up to 500 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor

The Cadre Building--based out of Memphis, Tennessee and providing services to wedding couples in Mid-south--is a historic wedding ceremony and reception venue. With charm, sophisticated elegance, and an opportune location, this Memphis wedding venue is an outstanding choice for your special day. The entire space is available to you when you rent the Cadre; the venue offers an elegant 36,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom with an overlooking 2,500-square-foot mezzanine. This space is accented with brilliant chandeliers, intricately crafted columns, and champagne-hued drapery, which means you’ll have plenty of gorgeous locations for stunning wedding photography.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Exudes old-world charm
  • Designed for grand celebrations
  • Provides catering services

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No free parking
The venue is amazing even without decorations. We had the most amazing time!!
Najah B., 3 years ago
Metal Museum 
Memphis, TN
  • Up to 350 guests
  • Raw space
  • Outdoor

Located just south of Downtown Memphis, the Metal Museum offers a picturesque venue nestled among oak trees with breathtaking views of the Mississippi River and the Harahan Bridge. Plan your wedding vows to coincide with the sun setting over the river, then dance the night away surrounded by sculpture and 100 year-old trees. In addition to the river view, our gazebo, constructed of historic castings, may be used as a focal point for your ceremony.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Raw space for complete customization
  • Exudes old-world charm
  • Surrounded by nature

Venue considerations

  • No free parking
  • Dance floor not included
  • Requires outside catering services
Quick responder
Junior League Of Memphis 
Memphis, TN
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $1,250

With indoor and outdoor event space and views that include beautiful stately oak trees and a lush manicured lawn, there are multiple options for the various parts of a bride’s big day at the Junior League. Our historic building is the ideal location to host our wedding, with its immaculate marble, intricate stonework and Grecian columns deliver romance. The CRC provides the perfect ambiance for events of all types and sizes, no matter how formal or informal. The building was constructed from 1919-1921, as a home for Mr. C. R. Boyce, a successful Memphis cotton buyer. The interior beauty includes a marvelous mixture of form and detail in various cornices, moldings and trim. The home was a residence until 1979, when it was renovated as offices for a local company. In 1991, the Junior League of Memphis purchased the property, which is now on the National Register of Historic Places.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Offers full-service amenities
  • Classic, vintage atmosphere
  • Accommodates more than 200 guests

Venue considerations

  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • Additional event staff required
  • Best for events with big guest lists
Dixon Gallery and Gardens 
Memphis, TN
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $7,000

Dixon Gallery and Gardens offers the perfect backdrop for your big day, no matter the time of year. Two beautiful garden spaces--the Bowlin Stage and the South Lawn--are offered for wedding ceremonies, and the Hughes Pavilion, a beautiful brick building with floor-to-ceiling windows and outdoor patio space, is offered for receptions and rehearsal dinners. Classic architecture, lush greenery, and a neutral palette offer a beautiful setting that can be easily personalized to make the space truly yours. (Cover photos courtesy of Taylor Square Photography)

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a fun and festive vibe
  • Classic, vintage atmosphere
  • Handles all cleanup logistics

Venue considerations

  • Does not allow pets
  • Dance floor not included
  • No built-in audiovisual options

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About wedding venues in Memphis, TN

Memphis offers an incredible backdrop for your wedding celebration with its rich musical heritage, historic architecture and Southern charm. When you get married in Memphis, you'll have access to venues that blend Beale Street blues influence with Mississippi River views; creating distinctive settings from repurposed industrial spaces to antebellum mansions.

What Makes Memphis Wedding Venues Unique?

Memphis wedding venues showcase the city's architectural diversity from historic mansions to garden settings with Japanese-inspired landscapes. You'll find The Peabody Hotel features its famous duck march and grand ballrooms with crystal chandeliers. If you're looking for something more contemporary, Reign Event Venue offers state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems perfect when you want modern Memphis music incorporated into your celebration. The Brooks Museum of Art gives you outdoor galleries and terraces ideal for ceremonies.

How Much Do Memphis Wedding Venues Cost?

You'll find Memphis wedding venues offer excellent value with typical costs ranging from $6,200-$7,600; lower than the national benchmark of $6,500-$12,000. Your venue typically represents about 17% of your total wedding budget in Memphis.

For different guest counts, here's what you might expect to spend on your total Memphis wedding:

  • 50 guests: $18,181
  • 100 guests: $30,228
  • 150 guests: $41,556
  • 200 guests: $51,685
  • 250 guests: $61,814
  • 300 guests: $71,943

Which Memphis Venues Are Fully Accessible?

The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art offers wheelchair accessibility with ramps and elevators. You'll appreciate that The Peabody Hotel provides fully accessible facilities with wheelchair ramps elevators and accessible rooms. Memphis Botanic Garden features largely accessible garden paths suitable for your guests with mobility needs. If you're looking for modern amenities, Reign Event Venue is designed with full accessibility in mind.

Where Can You Find Garden Wedding Venues in Memphis?

Memphis Botanic Garden gives you 96 acres of gardens with multiple ceremony sites providing both indoor and outdoor spaces. You'll need minimal additional decoration as the gardens provide picturesque backgrounds for your photography.

When Should You Book Your Memphis Wedding Venue?

Most Memphis couples book their venues approximately 14 months before their wedding date with October being the most popular inquiry month. Starting your search early ensures you'll have access to top venues during peak seasons.

Which Memphis Venues Offer Outstanding Food Experiences?

Pink Palace Museum provides a glamorous setting with customizable events that can accommodate up to 2000 guests. You'll find Old Dominick Distillery partners with local caterers to offer a range of culinary options in a historic setting. Memphis Botanic Garden offers various catering options in beautiful garden surroundings.

How Can Memphis Venues Enhance Remote Participation?

Brooks Museum of Art offers picturesque backgrounds that you can leverage for virtual experiences. Look for venues with technological capabilities for interactive livestreams virtual tours personalized messages and real-time Q&A sessions to engage your remote guests beyond simple streaming.

What Other Wedding Services Will You Need?

ServiceAverage Cost% of Total Budget
Catering$5,54213%
Bar Services$4,43411%
Florists$5,14012%
Photographers$3,8799%
Videographers$3,4648%
Wedding Planners$3,0487%
Hair & Makeup$3801%
Bands and DJs$1,3543%
Cakes and desserts$6382%

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