We are so excited to celebrate with our friends and family. While they're not expected, If you are considering bringing a gift, we kindly ask that you contribute to our honeymoon as we have decided to forego a traditional registry. We will have a card box outside the reception for your well wishes.
WHAT'S THE DRESS CODE? We'd love to see our family and friends dressed up with us. We are requesting Semi - formal attire. However, our ceremony will be taking place outdoors so please prepare accordingly. Please see https://brides.com/semi-formal-wedding-attire-4800687 for examples. Our wedding party will be in black but wear what makes you comfortable. WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE? The ceremony will begin at 5:30 pm. We encourage guests to arrive between 5:00 and 5:15 to ensure ample time to park and find your seats. Anyone who arrives after the start of the ceremony will not be permitted entry. Thank you for understanding CAN I BRING MY CHILD? We love your kids, however we encourage you to think of our wedding as a night out. The only children in attendance will be those involved in the wedding party. CAN I BRING A PLUS ONE? If your invitation was addressed to you and guest then yes! If you didn't receive a plus one, please respect our wishes as we're trying to keep our wedding as intimate as possible. CAN I TAKE PHOTOS DURING THE CEREMONY? It's important to us that our friends and family are present with us as we say our "I do's". We kindly ask that you refrain from taking photos during the ceremony and leave it to our photographer.
Yes. We will be having a beer and wine bar beginning at 6:30 pm so please plan accordingly and have a way to get home safely.
Our wedding will have a chicken and salmon entree. Both of these are gluten free Any other restrictions, please let us know as soon as you are able and we will do our best to accommodate you.
The sculpture garden itself closes at 5 pm. However you will have access to the following exhibits Garden Pavilion, GFS & Bissell Corridors, English Perennial Garden, Padnos Rooftop, Arid Garden, Carnivorous Planthouse, Victorian and Seasonal Greenhouses, and the Lena Meijer Tropical Conservatory.