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What bride doesn't dream of a palace wedding? Designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston's premier architect, and completed in 1892, the Bishop's Palace (Gresham House), is one of the most significant Victorian residences in the country. The palace's grand interior spaces include a 40-foot-tall octagonal mahogany stairwell with stained glass on five sides, a pair of exotic Sienna marble columns, and coved and coffered 14-foot ceilings. What a beautiful setting for a wedding, reception or photography session!
302 25th Street, Galveston, TX 77550
409-763-8683
http://www.buchanangallery.com.php5-18.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/gallery-rental/
Buchanan Gallery offers an intimate wedding or reception venue with fine arts as the backdrop. Located in the island's Downtown Historic District, the gallery is housed in a building constructed in 1874. The 1,400-square-foot interior accommodates up to 100 guests and features soaring 15-foot ceilings with exposed beams and stained concrete floors.
112 28th Street, Galveston, TX 77550
409-762-3666
http://www.bennosofgalveston.com/catering.asp
Offering catering for any kind of function, from fish fry's to corporate events to weddings and birthday parties, Benno's motto is "Galveston's premiere caterer never runs out of food!"
1508 39th St., Galveston, TX 77550
http://www.cmacatering.com/
Started in 2005 as a specialty cake company, Chopin Mon Ami specializes in catering weddings. They won "Best of Weddings" for their cakes, food and services by "The Knot" magazine in 2012 & 2013.
6341 Steward Road Suite 123, Galveston, TX 77551
http://www.chefmarshall.com/
Dishes rang from traditional "comfort foods" to Hors D'oeuvers and entrees. On-site Shrimp and Crawfish Boils, Baked Tilapia with Veracruz Sauce, Tuscan Grilled Chicken Breasts with Artichoke Hearts and Capers are just a few of their dishes.
6428 Stewart Road, Galveston, TX 77551
http://www.mannychan.com/wedding.php
Manny Chan has photographed weddings in just about every island venue over the past 30 years. He also knows spectacular local places for your engagement pictures!
2309 Mechanic, Galveston, TX 77550
http://www.downtownblooms.net/
Providing fresh, high quality flowers for all occasions, this shop's professional and caring staff is focused on providing personalized care for each order.
13 Evia Main, Galveston, TX 77554
409-744-5555
http://www.eviagalveston.com/
The lush, beautifully landscaped grounds of Evia are a lovely location for a wedding and reception. Evia is a master-planned community that pays tribute to historic Galveston, New Orleans and Charleston. Call for a tour and start planning your perfect day!
FlippinTastic Events
409-457-1803
http://www.facebook.com/pages/FlippinTastic-Events/267356100041136
FlippinTastic Events is a mobile flipbook studio that creates fun and captures memories at any special event or party. Your guests choose what wacky props they want to use, get in front of the camera and record a short video. That video gets converted into the flipbook. Your guests get to have a personal keepsake from your event to take home with them!
3800 Seawall Boulevard, Galveston, TX 77550
http://www.gaidos.com/plan-an-event/catering/
A Galveston tradition and a local favorite for seafood since 1911! They prepare your cuisine on-site using their custom-built, mobile kitchen that comes to you. Devise the type of menu you desire, from light hors d'ouerves or heavy hors d'ouerves to buffet dinners or individual plates. You customize the menu as desired.
What's more, they offer complete rentals of glassware and china, tables and chairs, and cloth napkins, if needed.
Galveston Candy Girls
832-277-1030
Tired of cake? How about trying candy? Candy Girls provides candy buffets for weddings.
409-737-9830 ext. 106
http://www.galvestoncountryclub.com/
Nestled beside beautiful Lake Como on Galveston's West End, the 120-acre Galveston Country Club offers elegant, inviting indoor and outdoor spaces for your wedding and reception. Plan an early evening event to add spectacular sunset water views to your special day!
A local Galveston florist with over 40 years of floral design experience. You can shop online, in person, or over the phone.
5802 Avenue S, Galveston, TX 77550
http://www.galvestonislandpalms.com/
An outdoor facility that includes a 50 foot x 50 foot covered pavilion and handicapped accessible restrooms. There is a large air-conditioned dressing room for brides. The facility is caterer friendly, and has a BBQ pit.
The museum's "People's Gallery" can accommodate 300 people for a seated dinner. For smaller gatherings, the vintage rail dining cars can accomodate up to 40 guest.
715 Broadway, Galveston, TX 77550
409-762-8888
http://www.galvestonweddingchapel.com/
Going to the chapel? This Victorian-style house built in 1910 may be just right for your wedding of up to 40 guests. A traditional wedding ceremony, a wedding at the beach and a wedding reception are available, as well as professional photography and video services.
Galveston Wedding Connection
215 Postoffice Suite 905, Galveston, TX 77550
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Galveston-Wedding-Connection/230101003731346
Connecting Brides with Galveston & Galveston County Wedding Professionals, Venues & Bridal Events!
http://www.galvestonhistory.org/attractions/architectural-heritage/garten-verien
If your heart is set on a garden wedding, you'll fall in love with the historical Garten Verein in Kempner Park. Built as a dance pavilion in 1880, this magical venue resembles a grand glassed-in gazebo. It's a favorite among modern brides for weddings, receptions or seated dinners for 250.
1615 23rd Street, Galveston, TX 77550
409-765-5502
http://www.happyprettyyou.com/
Voted "Best Salon & Best Spa in Galveston 2013" by The Islander Magazine, Happy Pretty You! can assist with all your hair and makeup needs, as well as provide complete wedding planning. Relax as you go from "Yes!" to "I do!" with a personal assistant and experienced wedding coordinator. What a perfect way to enjoy the wedding of your dreams!
HH Design House - Invitations
2328 Market, Galveston, TX 77550
409-974-4122
Hardcastle Designs isn't limited to just invitations! They also create beautiful programs, printed napkins, cups, and matchbooks, calligraphy, favors, and stationery!
http://www.wyndham.com/hotels/texas/galveston/hotel-galvez-spa-a-wyndham-grand-hotel/information-weddings
As Texas' only historic beachfront hotel on the Gulf Coast, the Hotel Galvez offers wedding parties gracious hospitality, old world elegance, Spanish-style architecture and romantic ambiance. The Terrace Ballroom with its spectacular panoramic view, the beautiful Music Hall, and the outdoor garden and Centennial Green with their soft Gulf breezes, offer memorable venues for every bride and groom.
513 25th Street, Galveston, TX 77550
409-762-1800
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Island-Flowers/531995026843534?rf=162171950478022
Island Flowers is famous for its extraordinary orchids. Their master florist, Constance Dryden, is renowned for her magnificent arrangements and unsurpassed creativity.
http://www.jmaiselsgalveston.com/
She loves me, she loves me not...did you know that many popular flowers have a special meaning? The talented staff at Mainland Floral does, and they can create unique bouquets and arrangements that are just right for your wedding.
http://www.knappflowershop.com/
Established in 1926, Knapps was voted Glaveston County's Best Florist in 2011. They provide beautiful arrangements for all events.
523 24th Street Suite 201, Galveston, TX 77550
409-762-6640
http://www.lamodasalon.com/
The spacious La Moda Salon & Day Spa in downtown Galveston is a great place for wedding parties! Services include haircuts, perms, highlights, massage, facials, nails, waxing, make-up application, and body spa treatments.
LuLu's The Salon & Day Spa
5205 Avenue U, Galveston, TX 77551
409-744-5323
http://www.lulusthesalon.com/bridal_services.html
Pamper yourself with one of three special bridal boutique packages at Lulu's! Services for the bride, groom and other wedding party members include make-up sessions, classic facials, hairstyling, and French manicure and pedicure.
Minuteman Press of Galveston
409-744-7500
http://www.galveston.minutemanpress.com/
Let Minuteman's design department create a memorable image for your wedding with a specially-coordinated package of invitations, programs, reception cards, napkins, and much more. Choose from sample books or go with a design that's as unique as you and your wedding!
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