The Davenport House Museum, an award-winning property owned and operated by Historic Savannah Foundation, is delighted to continue its annual tradition of hosting micro-weddings, vow renewals and commitment ceremonies in the garden on Valentine’s Day.
This marks the 18th year the Davenport House Museum will offer couples a convenient and budget-friendly way to say “I do” in Savannah’s National Historic Landmark District on the most romantic day of the year. For a $100 donation, couples can reserve the Davenport House’s intimate garden space for a brief ceremony.
Every 15 minutes, ordained minister and Davenport House Museum Senior Program Manager Kristin Mikles will conduct micro-weddings, vow renewals and commitment ceremonies. Couples are welcome to bring up to eight guests and are required to secure a valid marriage license in advance. In the event of rain, ceremonies will be performed at a suitable alternate location on property.
Originally built in 1820, the Davenport House was designed by master carpenter Isaiah Davenport and officially launched Savannah’s historic preservation movement when a group of seven local women joined forces to purchase the historic home, which was slated for demolition, in 1955. The Davenport House officially opened as a house museum in 1963 and earned the Preserve America Presidential Award, which is the nation’s highest award honoring historic preservation achievement.
WHEN:
Friday, February 14
5 - 7 p.m.
WHERE:
Davenport House Museum Garden
323 E. Broughton Street
Savannah, Ga.
Couples interested in participating are encouraged to visit davenporthousemuseum.org to schedule a time in advance.
