Ceremony/Reception locations in or near Galesburg IL

twinstar79

I'm trying to find a place to have our wedding and reception around the Galesburg area. We dont want to get married in a church and were looking for something more original.. I am stumped. Any suggestions?

WildMagelet

Welcome  

We're currently debating b/w G-burg or having a DW in a place we both love near the Ozarks.

Here's the list I've come up with for places in the immediate area for non-church ceremonies and/or receptions.  Wide variety based on formality, size, and budget.  Also note the currently the city doesn't allow alcohol at LSP or GCC, although they've been discussing the possibility of changing that.

Lincoln Park Gazebo
Standish Park Gazebo
Lake Storey Pavilion
Galesburg Community Center
The Kensington
Lake Bracken Country Club
Monmouth Country Club (Monmouth)
Soangetaha Country Club
Best Western Plus Prairie Inn
Walnut Grove Farm (Knoxville)
Orpheum Theatre
Indian Creek Vineyard (Toulon)
Knights of Columbus Hall
Legends Banquest Hall

I also think St. Mary's Chapel in Knoxville is adorable, and it's not a parish church.

karenajane

We chose Walnut Grove Farm in Knoxville, IL -- not far from Galesburg at all. They have a grove of walnut trees where the ceremony can be held...as well as a huge barn that was built in the 1860s. You can host the reception in the barn or provide your own tent. You do have to provide your own tables, chairs, linens, silverware, etc -- but we just rented everything that we needed. Good luck!

http://www.walnutgrovefarm.com/