Classic Package
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Classic Weddings at Scarritt Bennett Center
Wightman Chapel
SEATING CAPACITY: 300 | AISLE LENGTH: 80 FEET
Built in classic gothic cathedral style in 1928, Wightman Chapel is a historical and architectural treasure. The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. preached in Wightman Chapel in April 1957. The Chapel was also featured in “Designed for Worship” (PBS) as one of the finest sacred places in Nashville. Built for acoustics, music soars through its Gothic arches from the organ, vocalists, and instrumental groups.
CLASSIC PACKAGE
- One hour of rehearsal time the day prior to the wedding (see "Available Time Blocks" tab below)
- Two (2) dressing rooms on day of the wedding in our historic Social Rooms
- Three (3) hours of bridal portrait time prior to the wedding. (Mon.–Wed.)
- Four (4)-hour reservation on the day of the wedding (see "Available Time Blocks" tab below)
Note: Client provides minister, music, flowers, etc. Christmas decorations will be displayed in Wightman Chapel during the Advent season.
A payment of 50% is due upon booking. The remaining 50% balance due six months prior to the event. All payments are nonrefundable.
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Available Time Blocks
FRIDAY WEDDINGS
OPTION 1
Ceremony: Noon
Total Time: 9:30 AM-1:30 PM
Rehearsal: Thurs. prior, time based on availability
OPTION 2
Ceremony: 7:00 PM
Total Time: 5:00-9:00 PM
Rehearsal: Thurs. prior, time based on availability
SATURDAY WEDDINGS
OPTION 1
Ceremony: 1:00 PM
Total Time: 10:30 AM-2:30 PM
Rehearsal: Fri. prior, 2:00–3:00 PM
OPTION 2
Ceremony: 6:00 PM
Total Time: 3:30 PM-7:30 PM
Rehearsal: Fri. prior, 3:30-4:30 PM
SUNDAY WEDDINGS
OPTION 1
Ceremony: 3:00 PM*
Total Time: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM
Rehearsal: Sat. prior, time based on availability
*Later ceremony times may be available; please inquire regarding availability.
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Labyrinth Garden
PRICE: $650 | SEATING CAPACITY: 80
The Labyrinth Garden is our beautiful round garden containing one of only two permanent outdoor prayer labyrinths in Nashville. An international peace pole stands in the garden’s west end, with “May Peace Prevail on Earth” written in seven languages. Cherry blossoms and dogwood trees burst with color in the spring, ripen to a vibrant summer green, then transform into a rich, multi-colored canopy in the fall. Our historic bell tower creates the perfect, breathtaking backdrop for your garden ceremony, and the space easily converts to an open or tented reception after you say, “I do.”
CLASSIC PACKAGE
We provide the setup and breakdown of up to 80 of our white garden chairs for your guests, if you wish to use them. Or, you may rent/supply, set up, and break down your own seating. The Classic Garden wedding package includes 3-hour use of the space, with the ceremony scheduled to start in the middle hour.
Note: You are responsible for providing any tenting, decor, amplification equipment, ceremony musicians, etc. to bring your ceremony to life. We also do not provide any “getting ready” rooms or rehearsal times with the use of this space (please inquire if you would like to add these separately).
FRIENDLY ADVICE
Garden weddings aren't always as simple as they appear. We encourage you to use one of our recommended wedding planners from our Preferred Vendors List to ensure a smooth event in this outdoor venue.
A payment of 50% is due upon booking. The remaining 50% balance due six months prior to the event. All payments are nonrefundable.
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