Business Details
19 Years
experience
Premier Wedding & Event Venues in Cedar Hill, Texas
Established in 2007, our venue was founded by Nancy and Samuel Jackson Jr., bringing over two decades of combined expertise in event planning and hospitality. We specialize in creating unforgettable weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations across our four distinct venues, each designed to blend elegance with versatility. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition from The Knot and Readers Choice awards, while our historic chapel and lakeside garden gazebo offer unique settings for any occasion.With a team dedicated to personalized service, we ensure every event exceeds expectations. Our family-owned business remains rooted in community values, combining meticulous attention to detail with innovative event solutions to deliver experiences that guests will remember for years to come.
Services
Wedding Venues
Birthday Parties
Reception Venues
Corporate Events
Garden Ceremonies
Chapel Weddings
Event Planning
DJ Services
Decor Rentals
Catering Coordination
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer four distinct venues to match any event vision and size.
- Recognized with The Knot's Hall of Fame award for event excellence.
- Family-owned operation with personalized service since 2007.
- Award-winning team with expertise in full-event coordination.
- Historic preservation and unique architectural features set us apart.
What people say
Stunning spaces
Memorable events
Award-winning service
Professional team
Customizable venues
Services
Wedding Venues
Elegant event spaces designed for weddings of all sizes. Our venues accommodate 100-300 guests with customizable decor and lighting options. Full-service coordination ensures seamless ceremonies and receptions across multiple distinctive settings.
Corporate Events
Professional venues for conferences, award banquets, and corporate gatherings. Features include AV equipment, seating arrangements, and catering partnerships. Spaces accommodate up to 300 attendees with customizable layouts for presentations and networking.
Garden Ceremonies
Lakeside garden gazebo for outdoor ceremonies surrounded by natural beauty. Includes seasonal floral displays, lighting options, and ceremony-specific amenities like sand ceremony bridges and performance stages for live music.
Chapel Weddings
Fully restored 1890 historic chapel with original architectural features. Offers stained glass, wooden pews, and authentic church bell for traditional ceremonies. Ideal for small weddings, christenings, and memorial services.
Event Planning
Professional planning assistance from initial consultation to day-of execution. Services include timeline creation, vendor management, and design coordination. Access to exclusive decor packages and personalized vendor recommendations streamline event preparation.
People
Samuel Jackson Jr.
Co-Founder
Retired electrical engineer with mathematical expertise managing operations. Led the construction of Dallas County's first minority-built event venue. Combines technical precision with hospitality industry knowledge to oversee business management.
Nancy Jackson
Co-Founder
Former educator and counselor with 30+ years experience. Specializes in event design and wedding planning. Applies counseling background to client relationship management while leading decor and ambiance creation for all events.
Questions
What types of venues do you offer?
We offer four distinct venues: The Grand Hall (300-capacity ballroom), The Terrace (lakeview setting), The Garden Gazebo (outdoor garden), and The Historic Chapel (restored 1890 church).
Are you available for non-wedding events?
Yes! We host birthdays, corporate events, reunions, graduation parties, repasts, and banquets. Our venues accommodate diverse event types with customizable setups for specific needs.
Do you provide event coordination services?
Yes, our team offers full-event planning including timeline creation, vendor selection, and design coordination. We also provide day-of management for stress-free execution.
What decor and lighting options are available?
We offer chandeliers, stained glass, special effect lighting, disco balls, custom napkin folds, and marquee messages. Clients can select from multiple centerpieces and decorative packages.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 6-12 months ahead for weekends. Flexible availability exists for weekday events. Contact our planners for current scheduling options and capacity requirements.
Is there parking available?
Yes, our facility includes ample parking for guests. Valet services can be arranged for special events. Accessible parking spaces are available near all venue entrances.
Reviews (5)
Norman Glass
Apr 27, 2022
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Very nice venue. Got married 4/9/22 everything went as planned. Miss Ruby was very nice to us. However, unfortunately this wasn't the case for some of our guest and our wedding Coordinator. Although our wedding was from 6p to 10p They said she was very rude and Inconsiderate. She was very time monitoring and none helpful to our coordinator. Even our pastor said she was rude. Although, this is a nice venue.
They aren't as friendly as they seem. They wanted to charge us 1200 for 30 more chairs. We had a few more people then expected show up to the reception. So, we needed more chairs. We spent a lot of money with them, when we needed extra chairs they would not get them until we paid them on the spot. $285 for only about 5 chairs. JUST KNOW THEY CHARGE FOR EVERYTHING! LITERALLY! FOR THE PRICE YOU'D THINK YOU'LL GET MORE. "NOPE!" NICE VENUE THOUGH!
They aren't as friendly as they seem. They wanted to charge us 1200 for 30 more chairs. We had a few more people then expected show up to the reception. So, we needed more chairs. We spent a lot of money with them, when we needed extra chairs they would not get them until we paid them on the spot. $285 for only about 5 chairs. JUST KNOW THEY CHARGE FOR EVERYTHING! LITERALLY! FOR THE PRICE YOU'D THINK YOU'LL GET MORE. "NOPE!" NICE VENUE THOUGH!
Lauryn Wilson
Apr 24, 2022
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We had our wedding here and Ms. Ruby was amazing she made sure everything went smoothly. The reception was beautiful and they were very accommodating. I would recommended Nakaysions to everyone.
David Cleaver
Mar 12, 2022
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The venue was nice. The music was great, the setup was delightful, and the overall opinion of the place is a thumbs up.
Krysha Bluitt
Jan 10, 2022
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I was burned by a company that stole my deposit and closed. I found NaKayshions went to look and ended up coming out with a date a discount and joy! I love that is was Black owned, God fearing couple who saw my pain and decided to help I AM FOREVER GRATEFUL! They are running a business with a purpose.
R. Rodgers
Sep 14, 2021
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My wedding experience here was terrible. We booked the Chapel months ahead of our wedding date. The Chapel did not have air conditioning and we all was drenched in sweat. They advised the air was turned on the night prior. This was the worst experience ever. They even brought box fans to rectify the problem which was an insult. Do not rent this venue please be advised.
