By Catherine Madison
Indiana offers a wide variety of interesting destinations to tie the knot. Whether you're interested in a large affair or just a small get together, Indiana can meet your wedding day expectations.
Outdoor Rustic Elegance
Consider having your event at the Chateau Thomas Winery in Plainfield. The venue can hold up to 200 people in the rustic environs of an old winery adorned with dark woods and oak barrels. Get married outside and enjoy the beauty of the estate. Let the staff help plan your event, including gourmet food and bar.
Chateau Thomas Winery
6291 Cambridge Way
Plainfield, IN 46168
(800) 761-9463
http://www.chateauthomas.com
Indianapolis Zoo
White River Gardens, the zoo's 3.3 mile botanical area, offers a memorable way to tie the knot because it offers am outdoor wedding in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, in the midst of exotic animals. Get married on the lawn or at the Efroymson Wedding Garden. You can even have the reception with the dolphins at the Dolphin Adventure Gallery .
White River Gardens
1200 W. Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 630-2008
http://www.whiterivergardens.com
Historic Home Wedding
If you're interested in a more classical wedding, the Ryerson Woods - Brushwood Historic Home in Deerfield could be the perfect destination for you. The elegant home is set on a 552 acre nature preserve and the venue can hold up to 400 people. The home, built in 1942, is inspired by Greek revival architecture. You may rent the entire house or have a tent wedding with ample parking for your guests.
Brushwood Historic Home
21850 N. Riverwoods Rd.
Deerfield, IL 60015
(847) 968-3308
http://www.weddingmapper.com/plan/vendor/il/wadsworth/ceremony_reception/ryerson_woods__brushwood_historic_home/121421?z=3
http://www.ryersonwoods.org
About the Author:
Catherine Madison is a full-time freelance writer specializing in travel and food. She holds a B.A. from the University of Georgia School of Journalism and has six years of writing experience. Madison has written for Stir Magazine, My Food Place, Hispanic Kitchen and Sustainability.
