On your most special day you want and deserve to have the most unforgettable time of your life! Don't waste time or energy worrying, allow Barkers to take care of it all. With a prime location, exceptional space for large weddings, onsite catering, and all of the supplies needed; you can focus one what matters most, celebrating! Weddings with Barkers ALWAYS include: Groups up to 280 people Skirted head tables with risers White tablecloths Your choice of color napkins Mirror tiles with candles Snack mix during cocktail hour Cutting and serving of the cake Free guest room for the Bride and Groom Special group hotel rates for your guests

With three beautiful and unique mansions in the heart of Duluth, there are so many possibilities! We offer options from elegant elopement packages to our remarkable full mansion rental package. We are here to provide you with the perfect space and help guide you through this special time in your lives. Each of the mansions were built at the start of the 20th century by some of Duluth’s most prominent community members and have been tastefully updated for modern conveniences while honoring their history. Host your Bridal Shower at The Salyards Mansion, a beautiful Dutch Colonial situated on 2 sprawling acres. The grand brick GG Barnum Mansion with it’s 3 season porch is an ideal location for your Rehearsal Dinner with its 40 person harvest dinner table. And the crown jewel of them all, the opulent Cotton Mansion, an Italian Renaissance style mansion, this is the perfect location for you to be surrounded by your loved ones as you say “I do”.

Greysolon by Black Woods, located along the shore of Lake Superior in Downtown Duluth, provides a variety of spaces for 10-350 guests. The Ballroom features exquisite details, such as hand-painted ceilings and magnificent chandeliers. Wedding parties can enjoy private rooms to comfortably get ready in the natural light of the floor length windows the morning of your wedding. This historic Ballroom has been beautifully restored to create a unique venue for weddings, corporate events, fundraisers and special events in Duluth. The Moorish Room, perfect for weddings of up to 200, also offers a unique ambience within your budget. Start your special day off in luxury with our newly added Moorish Chambers. The majestic Moorish Room will sweep your guests off their feet and back in time. Our onsite catering and white glove service adds to the experience with options for both the elegant eater and the price-conscious plate. It truly is metropolitan sophistication within your budget.