The 10 Best Historic Wedding Venues in Kentucky

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Buckner-Ragsdale Event Center

5.0 (1)

· Cape Girardeau, MO Cape Girardeau, MO

The Buckner-Ragsdale Event Center is a premiere wedding venue in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. This historic landmark offers...Read more couples an elegant blend of character and modern functionality to host their special day. Set on the banks of the Mississippi River, this space will leave a lasting impression on...

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600

Guests

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Bespoke In Bond

Bardstown, KY Bardstown, KY

Bespoke In Bond is a beautiful wedding venue located in the heart of Bardstown, Kentucky. As its name suggests, this...Read more event space is dedicated to creating wedding celebrations tailor-made for each couple tying the knot. Facilities and Capacity Named the “Most Beautiful Small Town in America" by USA...

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200

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Locust Grove

3.5 (3)

· Louisville, KY Louisville, KY

Nestled on the outskirts of Louisville, Kentucky, Locust Grove is a historic wedding venue overflowing with charm and...Read more natural beauty. Invite your nearest and dearest to depart from the big city and celebrate your love in a tranquil setting. With over 55 acres of gardens, lush farmland, and rolling...

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$4,500

400

Guests

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Heartland of Versailles

Versailles, KY Versailles, KY

Heartland of Versailles is an idyllic wedding venue located in Versailles, Kentucky. This historic home, which was...Read more listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2018, is owned by Laura and her family. With much love and immense attention to detail, they renovated this farmhouse originally...

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The Brown Hotel

4.8 (17)

· Louisville, KY Louisville, KY

The Brown Hotel is an elegant hotel wedding venue in Louisville, Kentucky. Admired as one of the finest hotels in...Read more downtown Louisville, the historic hotel exudes Georgian-revival elegance and timeless southern charm. As a AAA Four Diamond-rated hotel, the Brown Hotel features a breathtaking setting,...

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300

Guests

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Winchester Opera House

4.8 (81)

· Winchester, KY Winchester, KY

The Winchester Opera House, featuring the Grande Ballroom, Historic Church, and Moundale Manor, is a vintage wedding...Read more venue in Winchester, Kentucky. This full-service wedding and event establishment offers three facilities for your special day, including indoor and outdoor options for your wedding...

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$14,000

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Spalding Hall

Bardstown, KY Bardstown, KY

Spalding Hall is a unique, historic wedding venue located in Bardstown, Kentucky. Built in the early 1800s, this venue...Read more has changed a lot over the years. Originally used as a hospital and a school, it is now home to the Oscar Getz Museum of Bourbon History and the Bardstown Historical Museum, which...

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150

Guests

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The House on Helm

Elizabethtown, KY Elizabethtown, KY

The House on Helm is Central Kentucky’s preeminent elevated event venue for gathering to celebrate life’s joys and...Read more milestones. Situated uniquely in the historic downtown Elizabethtown residential neighborhood, it is nestled away from the bustle of the town square but within blocks of the expanding...

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150

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Spring Hill Farm 1850

Danville, KY Danville, KY

Spring Hill Farm 1850 is a delightful barn and wedding venue located in Danville, Kentucky.

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$8,500

250

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Louisville Water Tower

4.4 (9)

· Louisville, KY Louisville, KY

Louisville Water Tower is a historic venue in Louisville, Kentucky. With original architecture, a brass spiral...Read more staircase, and spectacular views overlooking the Ohio River, this venue is an ideal location for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and elopements, as well as engagement parties and rehearsal...

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$2,950

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The Round Barn Stable of Memories

5.0 (27)

· Lexington, KY Lexington, KY

Located in the heart of Lexington, the Round Barn Stable of Memories is one of Lexington's historic landmarks and...Read more architectural treasures. This four-story barn was built adjacent to the Red Mile Racetrack in 1882, serving as an exhibition hall before being used to house horses for the races. After...

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300

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Louisville Ballroom at Shall We Dance?

5.0 (32)

· Louisville, KY Louisville, KY

Louisville Ballroom @ Shall We Dance? is a historical yet modern professional wedding venue in Louisville, Kentucky,...Read more that blends old-world amenities with new-world technology. The staff is dedicated to making your unique event a successful and memorable experience for you and your guests. With...

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$2,150

100

Guests

Responds within 24 hours

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Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill

4.8 (3)

· Harrodsburg, KY Harrodsburg, KY

Amidst the timeless architecture and an enduring spirit sits a refined and inspiring storybook Kentucky wedding...Read more destination. Tranquil yet powerful, Shaker Village provides the ideal setting for the simplest ceremony or the grandest reception. Celebrate all weekend, with inspiring experiences as...

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300

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Danville Country Club

4.8 (24)

· Danville, KY Danville, KY

Danville Country Club is a classic and elegant wedding venue in Danville, Kentucky, with a beautiful landscape and...Read more incredible views as a backdrop for your event. They specialize in creating one-of-a-kind weddings, so every couple can be sure their wedding isn’t crafted from a template. This country...

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The Garden Club of Kentucky, Inc.

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· Paris, KY Paris, KY

The Garden Club of Kentucky, Inc. is a historic wedding venue located in Paris, Kentucky. Besides helping couples host...Read more their wedding here, the staff also aim to promote knowledge about horticulture and gardening. Their goal is to encourage an appreciation for nature and foster cooperation between...

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ArtsPlace

5.0 (3)

· Lexington, KY Lexington, KY

Express Yourself… Whether you are planning a meeting, conference, wedding or any other special event, you surely want...Read more to make it remarkable and memorable. That means more than just selecting a facility; it is choosing one with character and style- one that will open you and your people to new...

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The Foundry On Broadway

5.0 (9)

· Frankfort, KY Frankfort, KY

With historic charm and industrial space, The Foundry on Broadway is Frankfort’s premier wedding and special events...Read more venue. Known locally for years as the “Mitchell Building,” this venue has done more than stand the test of time; it has lived and inspired the times. The space has recently been...

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Waveland Historic Site

4.9 (4)

· Lexington, KY Lexington, KY

Waveland State Historic Site is a perfect venue for an outdoor wedding or large event. Beautiful rolling hills, large...Read more open areas, meticulous flower gardens, charming backdrops of the historic mansion, barn, and other buildings dating back to the 1840s. You'll be falling in love and saying "I do" to...

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Number 15

5.0 (6)

· Louisville, KY Louisville, KY

Number 15 is a historic bar, restaurant, and wedding venue in Louisville, Kentucky, built on over 150 years of Kentucky...Read more distilling history. Located downtown on Whiskey Row, this five-story building was once home to renowned distilling companies such as Pappy Van Winkle and W.L. Weller and Sons....

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$10,000

250

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Peterson Dumesnil House

4.6 (1)

· Louisville, KY Louisville, KY

The Peterson-Dumesnil House is a perfect wedding venue located in Louisville, Kentucky. This historic landmark has charm...Read more and elegance present in every inch of the property, which is what makes it such a magical place to hold such an important event. Originally built in 1869, this venue has hosted...

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500

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The Granada Theatre

5.0 (5)

· Mount Vernon, IL Mount Vernon, IL

Located in Mount Vernon, Illinois, The Granada Theatre is a unique wedding venue. This historic destination was built in...Read more 1937 by the Boller Brothers Architects. It is an institute in the area known for its characteristically Art Deco style. Couples who are looking to transport their guests to a...

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$1,900

900

Guests

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Historic Shelby Manor at Arcadia Farm

5.0 (18)

· Stanford, KY Stanford, KY

Historic Shelby Manor at Arcadia Farm is a unique, historic wedding venue in Stanford, Kentucky. A mansion with an...Read more elegant estate vibe, it’s a beautifully romantic and elegant space for your event. In 1836, the Shelby Manor at Arcadia was built by Kentucky’s very first governor, mixing a dash of...

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Beaumont Inn

Harrodsburg, KY Harrodsburg, KY

Beaumont Inn is a quaint venue ideal for intimate weddings in Harrodsburg, Kentucky. This charming space has both indoor...Read more and outdoor areas where guests can relax, unwind, and celebrate as they enjoy the special day. With overnight accommodations too, the newlyweds and their loved ones can make the...

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The GlenLary Estate

5.0 (8)

· Paris, KY Paris, KY

The GlenLary Estate, built in 1840, is located in the heart of the Bluegrass. As well as being a magnificent estate,...Read more GlenLary is also a working thoroughbred horse farm. Two historic lodging facilities are surrounded by over 80 acres of rolling bluegrass providing serenity and splendor as the...