You will want to remember every detail of your wedding day, from the cheers during your ceremony kiss to the loved ones you got down with on the dance floor. Your photographer and videographer will be able to capture your picture-perfect wedding, but what about the guests who didn’t get a moment alone with you? […]
Spring is here, which generally means warmer weather, blooming flowers, and the start of the wedding season! Spring-time weddings are absolutely gorgeous when filled with a pastel color palette and in-season florals, such as, tulips, daffodils, peonies, hyacinths, and garden roses. Read below on 15 ideas to include in your Spring wedding. 1. Ceremony Florals […]
“Something Blue” has been an inspiration to brides for decades based on the English saying, “Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, a sixpence in your shoe.” The blue is specifically to symbolize the bride’s purity, love and fidelity and over the years we have seen some brilliant incorporations of blue into wedding days. […]
Our very own Paula Ramirez was quoted in Wedding Wire and trust us, it is a fascinating read! The article is titled “What Hand Does the Engagement Ring Go On? A Guide to Ring Hand History” and provides explanations about the origins of wearing an engagement and wedding band and why people choose to wear […]
At Historic Mankin Mansion we do our very best to ensure that all of our guests feel comfortable and welcome during their time here. And we know adults aren’t the only ones who want to enjoy the celebration! Our venue is very kid-friendly, with different activities for all ages and safe places to explore around […]
We have some exciting news here at the Mansion! Richmond Weddings Magazine featured Historic Mankin Mansion as their cover feature in their latest fall/winter 2020 issue! The cover page shows one of our gorgeous Mansion Brides, Rachel Bascombe, looking picture perfect next to our outdoor, brick pergola in a stylish white jumpsuit. The feature opens […]
This year has surely been something! We wanted to take a moment to share our appreciation for everything that has happened with us this year. Hosting weddings We’ve been open! We are so, so thankful to be able to host weddings this year. Of course, this included changes in policy, taking every step possible to […]
When thinking of your wedding day, how do you see it unfolding? Most people picture themselves walking down the aisle and then celebrating the evening away, but the wedding experience can begin hours before your ceremony even starts! Here at Historic Mankin Mankin Mansion we want your special day to last as long as possible, […]
Each year we are introduced to different personalities, backgrounds, stories, and inside jokes that build a unique relationship. Everyone has their own special connection with their sweetheart, and it’s always our favorite story to hear. They also become our favorite thing to bring to life. During their wedding, these stories are often incorporated into some […]
We’d like to start off with talking about how thankful we are to have been able to host weddings safely here at Historic Mankin Mansion this summer. Each wedding has been beautiful in its own amazing way, and we are so excited to share the photos with everyone! When you think about summer weddings, you’re […]
What do you think would be the best way to celebrate the end of 2020? Celebrating the start of something beautiful and new at the same time? Here at Historic Mankin Mansion, something that we hold very near and dear to our hearts are New Year’s Eve weddings. There is something so, so special about […]
Attention all couples in LOVE! Historic Mankin Mansion has officially opened for the 2020 wedding season and touring for 2021 soirées too! It is truly going to be a beautiful summer here, and we cannot wait to share it with everyone! If you haven’t been to our property in a while and you’d like a […]