FAQs

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How do I get there?

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You can type in the WV State Capitol into your GPS. It will take you to the front of the Capital grounds. You will make a left onto California Ave and it will turn into Piedmont RD. You will continue onto this road until you see a parking lot with a guard shack in front of it. You should be able to see the Capitol grounds from here. You will then make a left into the visitor parking lot with the guard shack. The lot will have metered spots and you can park in any of those spots. You do not have to pay. Once you have parked and you start walking towards the Capitol, you will pass the veterans memorial. Go straight past it. You'll be walking up the side of the Capitol and you will see the Cultural Center on your right. To your left you will see an entrance to the Building. This is the Public West Wing Entrance. There is a sign outside the building that says west wing. Once you enter, you will immediately go through a Security Screening. Once you finish the screening make a right and walk all the way down the hall. There will be people and signs to guide the way. You will take the elevator to the 1st floor. Leave pepper spray etc. in the car

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When should we arrive?

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The ceremony will begin promptly at 3:30pm. We recommend that you arrive at least 25- 35 minutes early to leave time for finding parking, walking to the Capital and the ceremony site. This will also allow time getting through security and to enter the capitol building.

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What is the dress code?s

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The dress code is cocktail. (formal optional) Women: dresses midi, or long dresses. (Knee length or longer) Men: dress pants, button up shirts or polos. Feel free to wear ties, blazers, or suit jackets if you wish. Note: there is lots of walking to get to the ceremony location so you may want to wear a comfortable shoe. Please no jeans or cowboy boots. Please reserve the color white for the bride. Please see the guest attire section for color palettes and more guidelines.

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Who can I bring?

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Please bring only those listed when you rsvp. These people will also be addressed on the invites if they are invited. Please respect our desicion as seats are limited and we want our closest family and friends there.

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What should I do If I can’t make it?

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You will be missed! If you cannot make it to the wedding please let us know by responding in the RSVP section with “no” so we can plan accordingly. If it is a last minute cancellation please each out to the bride or groom!

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Where do I park for the reception?

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The reception is at the Women’s Club of Charleston It is only a few minutes drive. You can park on the street. At the board of education building. As well as the various churches on the street.

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please rsvp by January 1st 2026. This gives us time to plan for vendors. If you do not rsvp by this time please do so ASAP. Thanks for understanding.

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Can I take pictures?

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We ask that you try to limit pictures during the ceremony as we have hired a professional photographer for this event. We don’t want phones getting in the way of pictures. At the reception take as many photos as you want and be sure to share them with us!

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Is there an open bar?

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We will have beer and wine on us! We will only have a limited amount of drinks so please drink accordingly. Please drive safety and take advantage of an uber if needed.