Image Courtesy of Flagler College & Jasmine Baetzel Photographer | Newlywed Carriage Ride at Flagler College
Say “I Do” at the Stunning, Historic Flagler College in St. Augustine, FL
The stunning city of St. Augustine, FL is our nation’s oldest city and has long been a must-see destination for visitors from around the world. One of the major reasons is its Nights of Lights, a dazzling citywide display of some three million sparkling white lights illuminating all. This tradition is meant to be a celebration of St. Augustine’s long history of its welcoming spirit towards visitors. Brides and grooms will especially feel this as they discover all that is available to them while planning their big day in this gorgeous, historic city.
At the heart of choices for brides and grooms is unique Flagler College, located in downtown St. Augustine. With its mix of inspiring historic buildings side-by-side with state-of-the-art facilities, it is a perfect wedding venue that is able to satisfy every couple’s taste, vision, dream — and budget. Flagler offers four distinct venues on its breathtaking campus with each offering multiple options for food, furnishings, entertainment, and atmosphere. Wedding dates are plentiful, available from late May to early August. There are also late December and early January dates available.
Image Courtesy of Flagler College & We Are The Bowsers Photographer | Flagler College Sparkler Exit
For the glamour of a grand historic ballroom, choose the Ponce de León Hall, with its charm of an elegant Southern estate. The Ponce de León Ballroom, considered one of the finest examples of Spanish Renaissance architecture, is the perfect spot for your first dance as a married couple and for friends and family to join in with their good wishes. The ballroom is surrounded by Tiffany-stained glass windows, murals by George W. Maynard, and lavishly carved wooden columns.
For a breathtaking backdrop, couples choose the Ponce de León Solarium. The newly restored Solarium offers one of the best views of historic downtown St. Augustine. The domed, sunlit main room overlooks the Courtyard as the terraces offer views of Memorial Presbyterian Church, the town plaza, the Cathedral Basilica, unparalleled views of the city, the Intracoastal Waterway, the Atlantic Ocean, and the lighthouse.
Image Courtesy of Flagler College & We Are The Bowsers Photographers | Flagler College Solarium View
The spacious and refined estate home, The Markland House was originally built amidst an orange grove and is on the National Register of Historic Places. It offers four beautifully furnished rooms perfect for any wedding. Every space at The Markland House exudes all the charm of the Old South starting with your dramatic walk through the front gate of the picket fence, up through the garden where you are greeted by a commanding wrap-around porch surrounded by Greek revival-style columns.
Image Courtesy of Flagler College & Kelsey Brinton Photographer | Winter Bride Posing at Gate at Flagler College
For those couples wishing an intimate and elegant wedding, The Crisp-Ellert Art Museum nestled in the heart of the Flagler College’s historic campus grounds is their natural choice. The Crisp-Ellert Art Museum is Joann Crisp-Ellert’s expanded former studio and is used for cultural and historical exhibitions, as well as the work of national and international contemporary artists. But with this two-room venue’s beautifully tiled floors, wood beam cathedral ceilings, and outdoor gardens, it is the perfect space for a small cocktail reception of close family and friends gathering to celebrate your new union.
Flagler College, with its history and its well-appointed spaces is certain to be the answer to every bride and groom’s vision.
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