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Creating a wedding to remember

06.25.2020

To me, making a memory has a lot (okay, almost everything) to do with the details. When it comes to weddings, there are so many ways – and most of them are super simple – to make your day stand out. Here are the top five ideas that we love –

  1. Your choice of venue speaks the most about who you are as a couple and sets the tone for the party. Whether you are dreaming of a wooded wonderland, a ceremony overlooking the water or a simple white church on a hill, Oak Hill has you covered! If you like twinkle lights, this is your place.
  2. The snacks! Who doesn’t love a candy or popcorn buffet (super cute set up in our Country Store)?! Food trucks – yes, please! Coffee and donuts at 10:30pm? SIGN ME UP! There are so many ways to surprise and please your guests (and yourselves!). Provide s’more ingredients at the firepit, incorporate a family cookie recipe into your sweets table or provide candied apples in the schoolhouse. The possibilities are delicious!
  3. The drinks! Who doesn’t love an open bar? No one! Many couples who want to limit the alcohol provided choose to serve a few options of mixed drinks along with beer, wine and soft drinks. Other couples choose to provide everything under the sun and that’s fine too! Signature drinks are especially popular and often go with the Oak Hill’s theme of country elegance. We’ve even seen drink signs featuring our donkeys…Earl’s Choice and JoJo’s Choice!
  4. Personalizing a program with a timeline of the wedding day and adding a map of our venue goes a long way with guests. When couples are making the most of the various spaces at Oak Hill, it is helpful to include a map that describes what is happening when and where. Guests are much more likely to visit the Country Store, Schoolhouse and Firepit if they know what is featured in each location.
  5. Entertainment…even if dancing the night away is your vision, it may not be for every one of your guests. Offering a photobooth (stay tuned for our vintage camper soon to be unveiled!), the firepit, lawn games or even trivia on each table can be great ways to keep your guests engaged for the entire evening. Oh, and cue our miniature donkeys Earl & JoJo to add some special interest to your event!

Some additional ideas to add to the mix include…

  • Welcome bags for your out of town guests
  • Designing a seating chart to please
  • Thinking of guests’ comfort; wraps and flip flops are always a hit
  • Lounge areas in and out of the reception area (Oak Hill has plenty!)
  • Charging stations throughout the venue
  • Creating a wedding hashtag
  • Skip traditions that don’t mean anything to you and maybe create something new!

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We want to thank you for helping us make our wedding day the most memorable event ever. Everyone was amazed by the beautiful setting that made our day so unique.We have received endless compliments - it's been unbelievable! On our first visit to your estate that personal connection that we were looking for was captured. Your assistance with planning and decorating before the wedding was appreciated greatly. We couldn't have done it without you! The warmth you shared with our wedding party and guests go without question. You truly have a special place that is not only special to us but many others as well.
Kevin and Jenny
My husband and I were married at Oak Hill 3 years ago, and we wish we could go back and get married again and again! Becky was a pleasure to work with; she made everything so easy for us. The venue is gorgeous, and you get a lot for the price you pay. I have recommended the place to several people who were looking into Galena area weddings, and they have all been astonished when they viewed it!
Loretta D.
My husband and I got married at Oak Hill in August and everything was absolutely perfect. Becky and her team were fantastic and every single detail was carefully thought in advance and executed. The whole day went even more perfectly that I could have ever imagined. The entire property was manicured and everything was above and beyond expectations. My dress even broke right before the ceremony and Becky brought out a sewing kit to help put it back together. Thank you so much!
Megan H.
This venue is BEAUTIFUL! My sister had her wedding here, and it was breathtaking. The staff was so relaxed and extremely helpful. There are so many places to explore, and many experiences for guest to enjoy from the historical school house to the friendly donkeys roaming the property. Beautiful location for any event.
Lisa R.
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