Business Details
Historic Wedding Chapel in Galway, New York
Established in 1859, A Wedding in the Country offers a historic, non-denominational chapel for intimate wedding ceremonies and receptions. Our venue combines timeless charm with modern flexibility, featuring original stained glass, hand-carved pews, and a restored princess baby grand piano. We specialize in personalized weddings, allowing couples to customize decor, music, and officiants while providing curated vendor recommendations.Our team ensures a seamless experience, from rehearsal planning to accommodating unique requests like pet participation or DIY decorations. With 164 years of history, we pride ourselves on creating memorable events in a serene, accessible setting for couples of all backgrounds.
Services
Chapel Rental
Wedding Ceremonies
Reception Planning
Vendor Recommendations
Officiant Assistance
Highlights and features
- We offer a meticulously restored 1859 chapel with original architectural details
- Our venue allows full customization of decor, music, and officiant choices
- We provide personalized vendor recommendations based on personal experience
- Our team assists with New York State marriage license requirements
- We accommodate pet participation and DIY decorative elements
What people say
Timeless atmosphere
Pet-friendly policies
Helpful vendor list
Historic details preserved
Customizable decor
Services
Chapel Rental
Our historic 1859 chapel accommodates up to 90 guests with original stained glass, hand-carved pews, and a princess baby grand piano. The space includes lace decorations, silk flowers, and pew-bows, with full customization permitted. Handicap accessible with modern amenities.
Wedding Ceremonies
We specialize in non-denominational ceremonies with flexible scheduling and personalized officiant options. Our team assists with rehearsal coordination, marriage license requirements, and special requests including pet participation and DIY decor elements.
Vendor Recommendations
We provide curated lists of local photographers, musicians, DJs, and reception venues based on personal experience. Our recommendations span multiple price points while maintaining quality standards for all wedding professionals.
Officiant Assistance
We connect couples with qualified judges and clergy or assist friends in obtaining New York State's One-Day Marriage Officiant License. Our staff provides guidance through the officiant selection and preparation process.
Reception Planning
The chapel hosts cake and champagne receptions with pet-friendly policies. We offer decoration flexibility including candles, flowers, and personal accessories while providing nearby reception venue recommendations for larger events.
People
Rev. Wendy Lyon
Reverend
Rev. Wendy Lyon oversees chapel operations and officiant coordination. With extensive experience in wedding planning, she assists couples with ceremony customization, vendor selection, and navigating New York State marriage requirements while maintaining the venue's historic integrity.
Questions
What types of weddings do you accommodate?
We host non-denominational ceremonies of all styles, from simple elopements to fairy tale-themed weddings with up to 90 guests.
Can we use our own vendors?
Yes, we allow outside vendors including musicians, photographers, and officiants while providing recommended local professionals for convenience.
Is the chapel handicap accessible?
Yes, our historic venue includes modern accessibility features while preserving original architectural elements.
What are your rental fees?
Chapel rental costs $500, which includes ceremony time and rehearsal. A $100 deposit reserves your date with the balance due at rehearsal.
Can pets participate in ceremonies?
Yes, we're pet-friendly and encourage incorporating animals into your wedding, including as ring bearers or flower pups.
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend booking 6-12 months ahead as dates are reserved on a first-come basis, with limited seasonal availability.
Reviews (4)
Stephanie Burns
Aug 22, 2021
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My husband and I were married here on 7/16/2016. It was absolutely gorgeous! The feeling you get just walking in is AWWWW! BEAUTIFUL AND I RECOMMEN THIS VENUE!
Ronald Lyon
Oct 06, 2018
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A wedding in the country is a historic chaple located in Galway New York. Its a non-denominational wedding chapel. The chapel is open from April until November of each year. the chapel can hold a hundred and fifty people that has a dining area dining room andKitchen. The interior of the chapelcan be seen by going to a wedding in the country. Com this will show what services are available for weddings funeral services as well as baptism and renewal of vows. It is a very romantic an historic place to have your wedding.
Lisa Tepper Shearer
Apr 23, 2016
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Reverend Wendy helped us with our ceremony and vows even though we were married in South Florida. She was very responsive, reasonably priced and catered our vows to our personalities. Thank you!
Liza Marie
May 19, 2015
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My husband and I didn't even consider getting married anywhere else. Wendy and Ron are the best. You have to visit to be able to truly appreciate its rustic charm.
