Anthony Wayne House has so much history. As you walk the grounds you can see why so many people love to get married here. Their huge lawns and perfectly manicured gardens are the perfect backdrop for your wedding day. 

With a beautiful outdoor ceremony location secluded from the surrounding roads and neighborhoods, you'll love walking down the aisle to your significant other. Looking out at all of your guests with the house in the background will be a moment you'll never forget.

As you walk the grounds, you’ll capture photos that will grace your home for decades to come. You’ll dance the night away inside the tent. Your guests will feel right at home inside. 

As you drive back down the tree lined lane, leaving the venue as newlyweds, you’ll look over at your incredible partner and thank God you’re married to such an amazing person. And you’ll always remember how beautiful your day truly was.

THE PERFECT VENUE

It's the day of your wedding and sunlight is streaming through the tress behind your officiant as he asks you to repeat after him. Your guests wait in anticipation. The house waits as well. You repeat the words and your officiant says, "You may kiss..."

Anthony Wayne House HIGHLIGHTS

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THE BRIDAL SUITE

This is the perfect location to get into your wedding dress and do some final hair and makeup touches. The biggest tip is to keep this area clean and clutter free. It is air conditioned as well, so no need to worry for those of you getting married in the summer. This is a great private space to take those final moments before your ceremony begins. 

PORTRAIT LOCATIONS

It's time for your first look, portraits and bridal party photos. We'll most likely utilize the the back of the property. The stone house, gardens and trees make for a beautiful backdrop. The walkway towards the back of the house is the perfect place for your first look. 

THE FIELD

The field is just out front of the tent. There is so much room to make this space your own. You will have a gorgeous tree scape behind you as you say your vows. The sun shines so beautifully through those trees!

THE TENT

The tent is the perfect blank slate for all your decoration dreams. This rustic but chic setting is so whimsical and unique. We love the aesthetic of this tent! The dance floor is the perfect size for all your guests to dance the night away. 

Should we both get ready at The Anthony Wayne House

FAQ

We suggest getting hair and makeup done at a nearby hotel. We do suggest getting ready at the same hotel and then heading over to the Anthony Wayne House. If you both get ready in the same place we will be able to get pictures of both of you. 

A FEW OF OUR MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT SHOOTING WEDDINGS AT THe anthony WAyne House

Where do you recommend taking our family portraits?

Family photos most often happen before the ceremony space. We may do it under the arbor if the lighting is nice or we may shift you to somewhere that has better lighting. If we're experiencing some rain, we may take photos in the tent or inside the house. Either way, we'll put you in the very best spot for lighting.

What time should we schedule our ceremony to begin?

This is going to depend on the time of year that you're getting married. If you're sharing in a first look, the best time to have your ceremony end is 1 hour prior to sunset. If you're not sharing in a first look then we would suggest your ceremony ending 2 hours prior to sunset. Most ceremonies at The Anthony Wayne House last approximately 30 minutes.

Do they allow for sparkler exits? Should we do one?

Anthony Wayne House does allow for sparkler exits! We've photographed some great exits using bubbles, glow-sticks, and American flags. Get creative with your exit and think outside the box. Sparklers are definitely the way to go, in our opinion, especially if your reception ends after sunset.

How long should we plan to take bride & groom portraits?

We typically schedule around an hour for bride + groom portraits if you're sharing in a first look. If you're not sharing in a first look, you can expect to have approximately 10 minutes for bride and groom photos. For this reason, we highly encourage a first look because your photos are the first things to get cut short if something runs behind.

Should we have our ceremony indoors or outdoors?

Our preference is to always have your ceremony outside, unless it's pouring rain. If you know it's going to be cold and don't want to keep your guests outside for to terribly long, we'd suggest sharing more personal vows to one another in private, maybe during your first look, and then having a shortened 10 minute ceremony outdoors. We promise, it'll be worth it and you'll warm back up in minutes once you're inside again.

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JOSIAH & STEPH

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We’re Josiah and Steph, a husband and wife team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that specialize in wedding photography and videography. We were married back in June 2015 and totally understand the craziness that is wedding planning. Our goal is to help make this process easier on your and to capture images you cherish for the rest of your lives. 

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Whether you’re getting married at The Anthony Wayne House or someplace in PA (or beyond!), we would love to be considered for your day. 

If you’re interested in working with us, the best way to reach us is by either filling out the form or sending an e-mail to hello@josiahandsteph.com with your wedding date and location. If you’ve filled out the form and haven’t heard from us in a few days, please email us directly.

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