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| Wedding event at Serra Museum in Old Town. Image courtesy of AS Photography |
What could be more romantic than a
wedding in a historic chapel, a vibrant classical garden or an elegant early
20th-century mansion designed by one of San Diego's finest architects? San
Diego county is rich in historic wedding venues and many are booked far in
advance,” said Save Our Heritage Organisation in a recent post (www.soho.org).
All of the ten venues on our list of
favorites add distinction, character and a vivid connection to San Diego's
cultural heritage. Make your wedding a historic one. Here's SOHO’s list, in
chronological order of date built.
1. (images at end of this blog)
Adobe Chapel Museum
3963 Conde Street, San Diego, CA 92110
(619) 297-9327
www.sohosandiego.org/main/chapelindex.htm
Originally built as a home in 1850, it
was converted to a church by Don José Aguirre, one of the founders of new San
Diego, in 1858. Much of the original chapel's interior furniture and artifacts
have been retained.
2.
Temple Beth Israel
2454 Heritage Park Row, San Diego, CA
92110
(858) 565-3600
www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/parks/Weddings/Heritage_wedding.html
This is San Diego's first synagogue and
the second oldest synagogue structure extant in the American West. Built in
1889 and set high with lush lawns surrounding it, the Victorian era structure
makes for a beautiful setting for a ceremony and reception. Moved from its
original site to Heritage Park the temple is now owned by the County of San
Diego.
3.
Stein Family Farm
1808 F Avenue, National City, CA 91950
Phone:(619) 477-4113
thesteinfamilyfarm.org
This ca. 1900 living history farm
museum is a delightful, rustic place for outdoor weddings. Dine and dance among
the historic farmhouse and barn, gardens and orchard.
4.
Marston House Museum & Gardens
3525 Seventh Avenue, San Diego, CA
92103
(619) 297-9327
www.sohosandiego.org/main/marston2.htm
Weddings are held in the historic
formal flower garden, which includes lawn, a tea house, tile murals, fountain
and a backdrop of brick walls. The house was designed by Hebbard & Gill in
1905; the garden designed by notable landscapers, including architect William
Templeton Johnson. This property is listed on the National Historic Register.
5.
La Jolla Woman's Club
7791 Draper Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 454-2354
lajollawomansclub.org/venue/weddings
Considered one of Irving J. Gill's architectural
masterpieces, the elegant Woman's Club (built of concrete in 1913-1914) has
spacious rooms and lush private gardens. It is in the heart of La Jolla
Village, a block from the ocean. It is a National Historic Landmark.
6.
St. Francis Chapel, San Diego Museum of Man
1350 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 239-2001 ext. 31
museumofman.org/saint-francis-chapel
This beautiful, hidden gem is only open
for weddings. It was designed by Bertram G. Goodhue, creator of the Spanish
Colonial style buildings and gardens for the 1915 Panama California Exposition.
Inside, its spare, mission-style simplicity contrasts with the elaborately
decorated, gold leaf altar.
7.
The Thursday Club
1224 Santa Barbara Street, San Diego,
CA 92107
(619) 224-5264
thethursdayclub.org
Formed in 1921 by four women who wanted
to combine socializing with worthwhile civic and charitable projects, the club
soon got its own clubhouse on a beautiful hillside in Point Loma with expansive
views of the ocean. Weddings and receptions may also be held in the west
garden.
8.
Darlington House
7441 Olivetas Avenue, La Jolla, CA
92037
(858) 454-7625
darlingtonhouse.com
Owner Sybil Darlington had a vision for
her home and three renowned San Diego architects helped her achieve it with
charming results from 1925 to 1940. Each architect - Herbert C. Palmer, Richard
Requa and Thomas Shephard - improved the home with sensitive additions using
fine imported materials to maintain the Spanish Revival style.
9.
JunÃpero Serra Museum
2727 Presidio Drive, San Diego, CA
92103
(619) 232-6203
sandiegohistory.org/private-events-serra-museum
Frequently confused with the San Diego
Mission due to its mission-style architecture by William Templeton Johnson, the
Serra museum occupies a prominent spot in Presidio Park, overlooking Mission
Valley. The rustic outdoor terrace has views of the city and ocean; the gallery
offers an intimate space for wedding and receptions.
10.
La Jolla Historical Society Wisteria Cottage Museum
780 Prospect Street, La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 459-0226
lajollahistory.org
This quaint cottage - formerly a
beloved book shop and landmark on Prospect Street - has been restored and
reopened by the La Jolla Historical Society. An early beach cottage, it was
designed in 1904 by Irving J. Gill.
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