William & Mary Alumni
A Blend of Colonial Charm and Modern Sophistication
Step into history at the William & Mary Alumni House, where colonial heritage meets contemporary elegance in the heart of Williamsburg. The venue's original 1850 Bright House stands proudly alongside a sophisticated 2020 expansion, creating 55,000 square feet of versatile celebration space that honors both past and present.
The seamless fusion of architectural styles offers couples distinctive settings for their celebrations. Historic rooms exude timeless charm while modern additions provide expansive gathering spaces, including a grand ballroom and manicured gardens. Against the backdrop of Williamsburg's storied cityscape, the Alumni House transforms traditional campus wedding venues into an elevated experience where colonial grace meets modern sophistication, perfect for crafting treasured memories in Virginia's historic Tidewater region.
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The Location
Setting
The William & Mary Alumni House, located in the heart of Williamsburg, VA, on the historic campus of William & Mary, offers a blend of modern and Colonial charm with its beautifully manicured outdoor spaces, including courtyards, walled gardens, and terraces, and its historic sections like the Bright House and the grand Hunter Hall Ballroom
Things To Do
Lovingly dubbed Hampton Roads, Virginia’s Tidewater region invites oceanfront energy and a diverse patchwork of arts, cuisine and traditions. Serving as the birthplace of English America with the establishment of Jamestown in 1607, Tidewater is home to historic jewels like Colonial Williamsburg and Historic Jamestowne. The largest naval base in the world resides here and the extensive Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean coastline casts a soft sandy ribbon of scenic waterfronts and active beaches, attracting millions of visitors each year. Boating and fishing are the draw on the Chesapeake Bay while hiking and birdwatching keeps coastal marshlands and state parks buzzing. Beachgoers seeking respite from sunbathing and swimming head to the iconic three-mile Virginia Beach boardwalk for retail, regional seafood specialties and four summer oceanfront live music stages.
Proximity
45 mi to Norfolk International Airport
10 mi to The Mariners' Museum and Park
2 mi to Colonial Williamsburg
60 mi to Virginia Beach
75 mi to Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel
The Details
Amenities & Services
- The venue includes 200 folding chairs, 26 sixty-inch round tables, 12 eight-foot rectangle tables, 12 six-foot rectangle tables, 2 four-foot rectangle tables, 3 couches, 4 upholstered chairs, and 3 coffee tables.
- Features include the historic Bright House, Leadership Hall, a grand ballroom, a rooftop terrace, the Entrance Terrace, the Family Courtyard, the Brighthouse Lawn, the Hunter Gallery, and the Walled Garden.
- Catering kitchen and bars available for use.
- A/V equipment such as a PA system, cordless and corded microphones, projector, laptop, AV cart, and screen are provided.
- The venue offers event coordination
- Set up and clean up services
- Wheelchair accessibility
- WiFi
- Parking
By the Numbers
- 250 seated guest capacity for the ceremony
- 250 seated guest capacity for reception
Make it Yours
- Couples can choose from various unique settings for vows, such as the Family Courtyard with its interconnected circles design, the Entrance Terrace, or the Brighthouse Lawn with its majestic American Elm tree. Cocktail hour can be hosted in the Hunter Gallery or the Walled Garden.
- Access to multiple scenic areas for photo sessions.
- Flexibility in choosing catering and other wedding vendors allows couples to tailor the decor and layout to their preferences. The venue also offers customization in event setup and decor to match the couple's vision.
- Personal touches can be added through entertainment choices, and unique guest experiences such as using the Walled Garden for a serene escape or the golf cart service for transportation around the venue.
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