What Makes St. Frances Different from Other Wedding Venues

When couples begin the search for the perfect wedding venue, they often compare barns, ballrooms, gardens, and chapels—yet St. Frances stands apart in ways that can’t simply be measured by square footage or seating charts. Our venue isn’t just a place to say “I do.” It’s a living story, a heartfelt legacy, and a uniquely sacred space where history and love meet.

A Historic Chapel with a Soul

Unlike modern-built venues designed solely for events, St. Frances was born in 1845 as a community chapel. Nearly two centuries later, it still stands with its original pews, bell tower, and timeless charm. Couples who choose St. Frances become part of a story that stretches across generations.

Grounds That Tell Their Own Story

Surrounded by 2.3 acres of towering trees, open fields, and even an old graveyard backdrop, St. Frances offers a natural blend of romance and mystery you won’t find anywhere else. Couples can choose ceremonies under the trees, photos in golden cotton fields, or vows inside the rustic chapel. Every inch of the property carries a sense of enchantment and authenticity that can’t be replicated.

Family-Owned with Heart

Many venues are operated like businesses first, with a focus on volume. St. Frances is different. Owned and restored by a husband-and-wife team, the chapel is a labor of love built on family values, dedication, and the memory of a beloved father. Though he is no longer here, his love and provision made it possible for his daughter to carry this dream forward and open the space for others. Every event contributes not only to keeping this piece of history alive but also to giving back—10% of proceeds go to a local hospice in his honor.

Intimate Yet Versatile

While many venues aim to host hundreds of guests, St. Frances specializes in intimate gatherings. Whether it’s a one-hour elopement, a moonlit handfasting, or a full wedding weekend, couples find that our smaller size fosters closeness, connection, and meaning. Yet intimate doesn’t mean limited—our packages allow for creativity, flexibility, and even unique events like stargazing nights and soon to be over night stays.

More Than a Venue—An Experience

St. Frances is not simply where weddings happen—it’s where love, legacy, and life come together. Here, couples don’t just rent a space; they become part of a living story. It’s where history whispers through the pews, where trees witness vows beneath the stars, and where family, community, and memory give each celebration a depth that no other venue can match.