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Historic Venue 1902

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Pricing Information

These prices are available for the months of January through December. These prices are available for the months of January through December.
Reception
$4,750 starting price
Ceremony
$5,250 starting price
Reception
$5,250 starting price
Ceremony
$5,250 starting price

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WEDDINGS & RECEPTIONS:
Looking for a stress free wedding experience? Historic Venue 1902 offers the most amazing wedding package options in Central Florida! All packages include wedding planning and day of coordination,with a level of service that will exceed your expectations and take the stress out of wedding planning. At Historic Venue 1902, our packages are inclusive with options, designed for you to create your own unique wedding experience. From your tour to your wedding day, the Historic Venue 1902 team is here to help you plan your most memorable day! We can't wait to meet you!

Check out our brochure here: https://issuu.com/www.venue1902.com/docs/historic_venue_1902_brochure

VENUE RENTAL FEES:
Thursday $6250
Friday & Sunday $7000
Saturday $8000

YOUR VENUE RENTAL FEE INCLUDES:
12 Hours Venue Access
Spacious Bridal Suite and Groom’s Room
Indoor or Garden Ceremony and Cocktail Hour Sites
Full Wedding Planning and Day of Wedding Coordination
All Inclusive Wedding Package Options
Connections with Central Florida’s Best Vendors
Complimentary Design and Vendor Selection Consultations
Access to Planning Team via email, text, and phone
Creation of your Custom Timeline and Floor Plan
Semi-Annual Wedding Vendor Showcases
The Best Rain Back-Up Plan, Indoor Ceremony Space always available
Endless Photo Options
Unmatched Personalized Service and a Memorable Guest Experience
Venue Coordinated Rehearsal the day prior to your wedding
Complimentary Valet Parking
Wedding Day Brunch for the Bridal Party
Bubbly Bar set-up in the Bridal Suites
Catering Partners that fit your style and budget with the option to bring your own alcohol
Optional Upgraded Spaces- The Library and the Lounge
Onsite Rentals to create your Custom Wedding Vision
Auditorium Reset for Indoor Ceremony and Reception Outdoor Market Lighting
Tables, Chairs, and Bars with Setup and Breakdown Included: 175 Wooden Cross Back Chairs 175 White Resin Outdoor Ceremony Chairs Tables: 25-60” Round,16-6’ Rectangular, 22-8’ Rectangular, 3-48” Round, 10-30” Round High Top Cocktail, 2-60” Half-moon Sweetheart, 3 Bars

AVAILABLE CUSTOM OPTIONS:
​For the couple that wants it all! This add-on package includes our most popular amenities, creating an unforgettable experience for you and your guests!
THE 1902, add $2000 to your rental fee
Extra Evening Hour added to Reception
Wedding Arch
Customized Marquee
Sparkler or Eco-Confetti Exit
The Library
Choose Your Own Amenities: $500 Credit
1902 Rentals Sweetheart Table and Chairs
​Need Less time?
THE ALWAYS, apply a $1000 discount to your rental fee
1pm arrival
Add-on Lunch for Bridal Party Available

easy booking - price transparency - no hidden fees
Venue Rental is subject to Florida Sales Tax


THE VENUE:

Central Florida’s award winning historic schoolhouse turned wedding venue is fully restored to offer the perfect balance of vintage character and modern amenities. Our Venue features abundant natural light, chandeliers, hardwood flooring, a brick exterior with archways, market lighting, and original architectural elements. Conveniently located just outside of Orlando, Historic Venue 1902 is the perfect setting for your wedding day. You can find us in the Historic District of Sanford, the venue accommodates up to 175 guests. Our over 10,000 square foot venue offers beautifully restored interiors, featuring indoor and outdoor garden ceremony sites, indoor and outdoor garden cocktail hour spaces, bridal suites for getting ready pre-ceremony, a stunning large ballroom, and exclusive spaces like the Lounge and the Library to elevate your day. Say I do at Historic Venue 1902 and create memories that last a lifetime!

  • Woman-owned

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$4,750

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$5,250

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$5,250

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$5,250

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

20

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

10

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Garden
Historic Building
Museum
Park

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Signature Drink

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
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100% Recommended by couples

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Caroline D. Married on 06/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Phenomenal staff and venue

I had my wedding at Venue 1902 almost 2 months ago and people are still telling my family and me how much fun they had and how perfect the venue was!! The staff was great about trying to make sure that my day was as stress-free as possible. Every step of the way the staff at Venue 1902 was there to help me create the day of my dreams. I would 100% recommend this venue and this staff to anyone getting married. I would definitely choose this venue again if I could!! Taylor, Aleshia, and the entire staff are simply the best!!
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Brittany M. Married on 06/24/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A dream come true

This Venue and the staff is just all around amazing. The venue is just beautiful and so spacious. The staff is so welcoming and professional. Adrianna was a big help through planning to rehearsal to wedding. My wife and I appreciate everything they have to offer and extremely happy that we’ve went with Venue 1902.
Holly
Holly L. Married on 06/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Very Professional

Everything was perfect!!! They made sure we were well take care of.
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Events

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Bubbly and Bourbon Summer Evening Tours!

Join us for a super fun tour of Historic Venue 1902! You will receive Champagne upon arrival and a Bourbon Tasting in the Library! Reserve your date at Historic Venue 1902 and receive a complementary Champagne Toast for your wedding reception.

*Call or text us for additonal tour times! 407-986-8600 or email us: https://www.venue1902.com/contact

Reserve your tour:

https://venue1902.hbportal.co/schedule/646e65ebfd33090550c73316

Date: From 06/20/2023 to 07/18/2023 Schedule all day
Location: 301 W. 7th St., Sanford, FL

Team

Lisa Lessard
Lisa Lessard
Owner- Venue 1902

Lisa’s love of historic buildings, all things vintage, and extending authentic southern hospitality have found a perfect home at Venue 1902!

With her background in interior design and passion for historic preservation, Lisa’s vision of repurposing an old grammar school into a elegant wedding venue became a reality. Lisa and her husband, Brady, have 5 boys who can often be found working hard alongside the amazing Venue 1902 staff and concierge team.

Aleshia George
Aleshia George
Venue Manager, Marketing and Sales Manager -Venue 1902 Team

At Venue 1902, getting to know our couples is one of Aleshia's favorite things! Aleshia joined the team in 2017, with her background in events and Interior Design, She will use her skills to work closely with you along with the incredible Venue 1902 team to help plan your perfect wedding day! She truly believes it is a privilege to be a part of your wedding!

Taylor  Scalora
Taylor Scalora
Lead Planner

Taylor always had a deep passion for organizing and planning, and she believes that every special event deserves to be stunning. She’ll work day and night to guarantee that your next event will be filled with unforgettable moments.

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
River City Catering River City Catering Wedding Caterers

Venue 1902 is one of the most unique venues out there. The owners have done an AMAZING job with renovating the building from inside out but they were still able to keep the history of Downtown Sanford within it which makes it even more amazing. With the way they designed the reception hall upstairs, it is a blank canvas for any bride to make her wedding the way she wants to make it!

The Chic Place Events The Chic Place Events Wedding Planners

I need to say this venue is amazing. It has all the amenities a Bride can ask for. One look and for the first time and I am choosing this venue for my wedding as well. The owner is very professional and out going, she makes everything possible to please her Brides.

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Historic Venue 1902 frequently asked questions

Historic Venue 1902 includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Historic Venue 1902 includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Historic Venue 1902 includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by Historic Venue 1902 for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Museum
  • Park
Historic Venue 1902 offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Historic Venue 1902 offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Historic Venue 1902 offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Historic Venue 1902 offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Historic Venue 1902 is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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