Weddings
As you plan and prepare for one of the most special days in your life, we are pleased you are considering the University of Missouri-St. Louis as a part of your celebration.
The UM-St. Louis chapels and facilities offer excellent locations for your wedding, rehearsal dinner and/or showers. Our staff looks forward to working with you and answering any questions you may have. It is our goal to do our best to help make your wedding festivities as enjoyable and worry free as possible. Please do not hesitate to contact us whenever we may be of assistance to you.
You are invited to visit any of our facilities prior to or after reserving the space. To schedule an appointment for a site visit, please call Conference and Event Services at 314.516.4399. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. After hours and weekend appointments are available by prior arrangement.
Provincial House Chapel
The Provincial House Chapel is located off Natural Bridge Road on the University’s South Campus. Completed in 1916, the Provincial House Chapel’s Norman Gothic design features a magnificent hammerbeam ceiling which rises high in arches and vaults, a marble floor and towering windows. This chapel provides a striking setting for more formal weddings. The chapel offers seating for 350 guests.
The Provincial Museum Room is the perfect location for a rehearsal dinner. A smaller room, it is just the venue for a more intimate reception or dinner.
Please remember the available seating may vary due to the types of tables used and/or a dance floor area.
What should we include in our budget?
Facility Use Fees
Fees include the use of the facility for four hours, a staff member on site during your wedding and set-up of facility. Fees for the chapels also include two hours for the rehearsal and two dressing areas. Additional fees may be incurred for special requests.
Location |
Students, Faculty, Staff & Alumni of UM-St. Louis |
Public |
| Provincial Chapel | $600.00 |
$850.00 |
Provincial Museum (for reception) |
$75.00 | $100.00 |
Rehearsal Dinners: If the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner are both in these facilities, the total time available for both events is five hours. The five hours include the rehearsal, the dinner and all set up and clean up for both events. Tables and chairs will be provided and you are responsible for arranging them as you prefer.
All food and/or beverages must be purchased through the University’s contracted food service vendor. The Catering Office can be contacted at (314)516-4321. Food Service must serve all alcohol beverages. You may purchase your wedding cake through any source you wish.
Event Insurance
All individuals and/or groups renting space for an event at the University must obtain Commercial General Liability Insurance. You have two choices for obtaining the insurance. You may provide your own insurance, or you may purchase the insurance through the University. Information regarding the insurance will be provided with the Wedding Guidebook sent to you with your confirmation.
Sound Systems
There will be one to three microphones provided for your wedding and/or reception at no additional charge. Sound needs in addition to these microphones should be requested as early as possible. Requests for additional equipment may result in additional charges.
Reservations
Reservations may be made by submitting the Wedding/Reception application.
Upon our receipt of your application, a confirmation and the "The Wedding Guidebook" will be mailed to you.
Cancellation
All cancellations must be in writing. The effective cancellation date will be the date the written cancellation is received by Residential Life Conference and Event Services. Fees paid will be returned minus the following cancellation charges and any expenses incurred on your behalf.
3 to 6 months from wedding day |
½ of prepayment |
1 to 3 months from wedding day |
prepayment |
less than 1 month |
no refund |
For information about other needs for your wedding please see:
http://www.stlouisweddings.com