Indiana Statehouse Wedding
All you need to know for a wedding at the Indianapolis Statehouse
featuring Stacia & Kurtis Jones
Getting married at the Indiana Statehouse is a dream for many couples looking to have a unique and elegant wedding experience. Before you can say "I do" at this historic venue, there are a few requirements you'll need to fulfill. Here's what you need to know about having your wedding at the Indiana Statehouse.
What the Statehouse offers
The Indiana Statehouse is a great ceremony location if you want gorgeous architectural views, have a large guest list, and prefer a venue with all your ceremony needs included. Their wedding package allows you to use the space for 4 hours and all sound equipment, chairs and tables/linens, and setup/teardown is included.
Depending on the number of guests attending your wedding, there are a variety of spots around the Statehouse you can rent out for your ceremony, including the rotunda, canal terrace, and the south atrium. The largest available space can hold up to 400 guests. On-site parking is included for up to 200 vehicles.
Securing your date
The Indiana Statehouse is a popular historical wedding venue in the Indianapolis area and it is recommended to book up to a year in advance to secure your wedding date. Tours can be scheduled to view all the possible spaces for your wedding ceremony. Once you have toured the Statehouse and are sure it’s where you want to have your big day, you will need to request a reservation for approval. If your wedding is approved, a deposit is required to secure your date.
You can reach out to the Statehouse’s wedding director with any further questions or schedule a tour!
Additional Ceremony Needs
Even though the Statehouse will provide most of your ceremony needs, there are a few things you will need to take care of on your end.
Before your ceremony, you will need to obtain your marriage license. Contact your local county clerk’s office to learn what is required for apply for a marriage license. You will also need to hire an officiant for your ceremony. This can be a friend or family member who is ordained, judge, clergy member, or someone of religious authority.
Decorations and florals are not included in the amenities provided by the Statehouse but are allowed to be set up as long as they do not interfere with building structures, displays, or furniture. Helium balloons are not allowed and candles need to be in a protective container. You are responsible for setting up and taking down all decorations. All decorative set-ups need to be approved before your ceremony.
The rest of your wedding day
If you are wanting a reception in addition to your ceremony, you will need to book an additional venue. The Statehouse does not allow receptions or events longer than 4 hours. You are allowed to have a “cocktail hour” time with finger foods but loud music or a full-course meal cannot be held there.
Moving between locations can be a great time to grab photos with your wedding party in different locations or hang out on a party bus. Stacia + Kurtis chose Indy Trolley to travel with their wedding party to their reception venue, The Rathskeller. Indianapolis has lots of wedding venues that allow half day coverage, you can rent out a restaurant or bar, or a backyard celebration.
Did you know you can also elope or have a photoshoot at the Indiana Statehouse? The Statehouse is open to the public on weekdays from 8am-5pm and does not require a rental or photography permit to take photos there! Email me below to schedule your photoshoot at the Indiana Statehouse!
