Arch Street Meeting House

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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $2,000

Packages

Guest capacity

Up to 300 seated guests

About this venue

Arch Street Meeting House is a historic wedding venue located in Old City Philadelphia. The land on which Arch Street Meeting House stands was officially deeded to the Quakers in 1701 and used as a burial ground until 1872. The building was constructed in stages from 1(personal information protected by Zola) when need arose of a larger Meeting House in Philadelphia. The site is still an active place of worship in addition to being used as an educational museum space, and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 2011. It is frequently rented for conferences, weddings, dinners, and graduations. The building sits on just shy of 2 acres, and our grounds include both grassy & brick spaces and lots of mature trees. The entire site exudes an overall historic charm.

Seated guest capacity

10-300

Venue type

Historic Estates, Mansions
Museums, Galleries
Urban Locations

Venue setting

Indoor
Outdoor

320 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Our event spaces

West Room
East Room
Monthly Meeting Room
Reception Room

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West Room

Traditional Quaker worship space with crown glass, original floors & features, and no iconography. Stunning in its size and simplicity.

With the exception of electricity and heat, this historic worship space is preserved to its appearance from 1811, and includes historic benches that were made for the space.

Guest capacity

Up to 800 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Square footage

4,980

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Included in this room:

- Built-in sound system with 4 wireless microphones. - Upright piano. - Quaker marriage bench & certificate table, if desired.

Room cost

$250/hour traditional. Included in wedding packages for the ceremony.

Arch Street Meeting House packages

Ceremony & Reception

150-300 guests

Peak pricing $4,000

Off-peak pricing $4,000

Description

Ceremony in the West Room, Cocktail Hour in the Reception Room OR on the Grounds, Reception in the East Room (seated dinner is max 200, stations-style is max 300)

What’s included

Tables & Chairs
Moveable Projector & Sound System
Piano/Sound System for Ceremony
Dance Floor
Wifi
Catering Kitchen
Bridal Suite
Groom's Suite (upon request)
Quaker Wedding Bench
Quaker Certificate Table
2 Hour Rehearsal the Day Prior
Exclusive Day Of Rental

Ceremony

1-300 guests

Peak pricing $2,000

Off-peak pricing $2,000

Description

West Room for the ceremony and Monthly Meeting Room included as bridal suite.

What’s included

Quaker Wedding Bench
Quaker Certificate Table
Bridal Suite
Groom's Suite (upon request)
Wifi
Piano/Sound System in West Room
Moveable Projector/Sound System

Dinner Space

1-300 guests

Description

Use the East Room for any celebration where you want to enjoy food, drink, dancing, and fun! Pricing varies based on length of rental period.

What’s included

Tables & Chairs
Quaker Certificate Table
Quaker Wedding Bench
Dance Floor
Wifi
Catering Kitchen (additional fee)
Moveable Projector/Sound System
Groom's Suite (upon request)
Bridal Suite

Ceremony & Light Fare

1-300 guests

Peak pricing $2,500

Off-peak pricing $2,500

Description

Enjoy additional space for pre-ceremony drinks or post-ceremony cocktails before heading to the reception at another location. Ideal for Quaker marriages to accommodate space for signing the marriage certificate, or weddings in which not everyone is attending the reception. Includes space on the grounds, if desired.

What’s included

Wifi
Quaker Wedding Bench
Quaker Certificate Table
Bridal Suite
Groom's Suite (upon request)
Piano/Sound System in West Room
Moveable Projector/Sound System
2 Hour Rehearsal the Day Prior
Exclusive Day Of Rental

Available services that can be provided by Arch Street Meeting House

Services & amenities

Dance floor
Dressing room / Bridal Suite
On-site accommodations
Wheelchair accessible
Wifi

Transportation & access

Self parking - free
Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

Standard Chairs

Reviews

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Perfect historic venue
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•Ally•Jul 30, 2024
Arch Street Meeting House proved to be the ideal spot for our wedding. Jenn was an absolute pleasure to work with and made sure she understood exactly what we were looking for and how her team could help bring it to fruition. They allowed us to close the grounds to the public so that our guests could mingle and sip champagne outside in the beautiful weather. All of the guests commented on how tangibly historical the venue was and how they loved the simplicity and timelessness of the ceremony space. (Which looks absolutely stunning in the few preview photos we've gotten back.) Because it was so much more affordable, we also decided to hold our rehearsal dinner there and hired a taco truck to act as the caterers. All in all, I can't recommend ASMH or Jenn and the team more highly!!
Everything you could want for your Quaker wedding!
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•Swig•Aug 16, 2022
As a Wedding Coordinator, Arch Street Meeting House and their staff were a dream to work with. Before the wedding, they were responsive in emails and were able to accommodate site visits and walkthroughs easily. There is plenty of space for guests to comfortably enjoy the grounds, the museum, and the Meeting House, and also for the wedding party to have private space to spread out and relax. Having off street parking is a huge bonus, and the Wyndham Hotel directly across the street was incredibly convenient. The space is beautiful in it's simplicity; the photos were stunning. Arch Street Meeting House is historic and well maintained with a knowledgeable and friendly staff... we highly recommend!

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Caterer

Feast Your Eyes Catering

Yes! We have an adjacent parking lot that you are welcome to utilize during your time at ASMH. The lot is self-park and gravel, and accommodates roughly 70 cars. We recommend hiring a parking attendant to maximize the use of the space.

Yes! ASMH is fully accessible to those with mobility issues. There are ramps in two locations to provide building access for those who are unable to utilize the stairs into the building, as well as an elevator that provides access to the ADA compliant bathrooms in the basement.

Weddings of all sizes are able to access their rented spaces for the entire day of the rental to better accommodate florist & caterer needs. Exact timeline is determined by the renter and ASMH staff well in advance. Hours beyond 11 PM are charged an overage rate. For a non-wedding rental, rooms at ASMH are reserved on an hourly basis & charged accordingly. The rate is commensurate with the size of the space, and ranges from $30/hour to $250/hour.

Any rental at ASMH requires a non-refundable $300 deposit to hold the calendar date, which is deducted from the final rental total. The balance is due roughly 30 days prior to the rental, typically simultaneous with the final walk through.

For any rental at ASMH, complimentary items include: use of tables & chairs, wifi, portable projector and sound system, and flexible building access. Additional items/services available based on the spaces being used.

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Arch Street Meeting House

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Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

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