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Knowlton Mansion
4.8 ★★★★★ 341 Google reviews · Garden wedding venue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Restored 19th-century country estate with gardens and terraces, available for weddings and other events.
Plan your tour
- Capacity couples mention 180–180-guest events in reviews — ask the venue for their stated maximum
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (215) 722-8082
- Website conroycatering.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The setting
“The venue offers endless opportunities for beautiful portraits, from the charming gardens and grand staircase to the vineyard and sunlit conservatory.”
“As a wedding photographer that has photographed many weddings at the Knowlton Mansion for over a decade now - I can honestly say it's my favorite venue.”
“The venue offers endless opportunities for beautiful portraits, from the charming gardens and grand staircase to the vineyard and sunlit conservatory.”
“The Knowlton Mansion is a historic venue that boasts a lot of original structure and vintage charm.”
Amenities couples mention
“Because we weren’t present during cocktail hour, they made sure we didn’t miss a thing—bringing food and drinks upstairs to the bridal suite without us even needing to ask.”
“The venue offers endless opportunities for beautiful portraits, from the charming gardens and grand staircase to the vineyard and sunlit conservatory.”
What couples say again and again
“There are so many beautiful and unique parts of the venue, from the getting ready rooms, the outdoor space, the ceremony space, and the basement wine cellar.”
“On the wedding day itself, Dani, the manager, and the entire staff were warm, attentive, and truly went above and beyond.”
“I felt completely stress free when it came to anything venue related, and 10000% confident that we were in good hands.”
“Shout out to Rebecca (the day of manager) and Eileen (events manager) for their professionalism, kindness, and attention to detail.”
“The food here is second to none, guests are still raving about it almost a month later, especially the hors d'oeuvres.”
From the reviews
Knowlton Mansion is my favorite wedding venue! I've been one of their preferred vendors for over 15 years. From a photographer's perspective it has perfect opts including a barn door, mature trees and landscaping, historic architecture, walking paths, beautiful wood floors, stain glass windows, and a great outdoor…
If you're looking for a wedding venue that offers a perfect blend of vintage charm and modern amenities, the Knowlton Mansion in North East Philadelphia is the perfect choice for you! This gem of a venue is nestled in the heart of the city, yet it feels like a peaceful oasis far away from the hustle and bustle.
Hands down one of the best, most unique wedding venues in the Philadelphia area! As a wedding photographer that has photographed many weddings at the Knowlton Mansion for over a decade now - I can honestly say it's my favorite venue.
Knowlton is a historic beauty. There are only a few venues in Philly that have the charm and space that Knowlton has to offer. We’ve shot weddings at there in every season and in all kinds weather. No matter what, they've got you covered.
Getting married at Knowlton Mansion
Knowlton Mansion comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth it. First, see the garden at the time of day and season you'd actually get married — a garden that glows at golden hour in June can look very different at noon in March, so ask what's in bloom for your date and walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move, and does it hold everyone?), shade and bugs for a summer afternoon, the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular garden dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
Corporate events & private parties at Knowlton Mansion
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at Knowlton Mansion — garden venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
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