Situated by Ohio University, the bustling uptown, and options for lodging, the Dairy Barn Arts Center is one of Athens most unique and historic venues. The Barn offers three distinct spaces and surrounding grounds (an herb garden, walking trails, and on-site parking). Clean, bright, and modern, the Barn allows guests to make the space their own.

Stuart’s Opera House is a wedding venue located in Nelsonville, Ohio about 1 hour southeast of Columbus. They offer couples a gorgeous, historic venue to host their wedding events. This theater offers couples a stunning space to spend time with friends and family during their special celebration. The gorgeous indoor lobby and opera house allow couples to host large and small gatherings that they and their guests will remember for years to come. The theater is more than 130 years old and is a perfect place for you to hold your wedding events. The expanded new lobby allows couples to hold receptions in a wide, open space so they and their guests feel comfortable in a private environment. Oak hardwood floors and mahogany doors will give your event a touch of class and sophistication all will admire. The lobby also has a bar area and attached kitchen for in-house bar and catering services that your vendors may use.

Where elegance and frugal unite. The Davis-Shai House is a historical 1861 Gothic Revival home/venue that offers classic charm that marries elegance with affordability. Our Camelot room offers large windows with natural light, a gorgeous crystal chandelier and views of the front gardens. The Fairview room has a fireplace, glass doors to join the Camelot room and doors that open to the outdoor veranda and front gardens. In-house catering or preferred caterer with a variety of menu options to select. Our menu options include plated lunches and dinner, English teas, and party packages (light hors d’oeuvres and appetizers), as well as bar service. All event rentals include: indoor tables, chairs, all table linens, centerpieces, glassware, drinks, set up and clean up, and friendly staff and volunteers. We can accommodate up to 125 seated guests inside and 350+ outside. Tent rental is available if needed. Please inquire if you are intersted in hiring our professional photographer.