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Mankin Mansion
4.8 ★★★★★ 328 Google reviews · Garden wedding venue in Richmond, Virginia
Relaxed, spacious venue for weddings and private events, with a gazebo and outdoor spaces.
Plan your tour
- Rain plan an indoor or covered backup for the ceremony comes up in reviews and the venue's own info — confirm it holds your full guest list, since this is the one thing you can't reschedule
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 804-737-7773
- Website mankinmansion.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The setting
“From the hand made and laid brick path and patios, to the allure of what might be inside each building, the entire mansion and its grounds were a breath of welcomed relaxation.”
“The well-kept and manicured grounds, along with the venue's historic charm, provide a picturesque backdrop for my photos.”
“Historic Mankin Mansion is so unique as a venue, especially for weddings in Virginia where so many couples get married at the vineyards over and over again.”
“We were still able to use the outdoor ceremony space as planned, and at the same time, the team was thoughtfully preparing their equally gorgeous backup ceremony area just in case.”
“Historic Mankin Mansion is a stunning venue for weddings, with its grand southern architecture and meticulously landscaped gardens.”
Amenities couples mention
“We were still able to use the outdoor ceremony space as planned, and at the same time, the team was thoughtfully preparing their equally gorgeous backup ceremony area just in case.”
“From the sweeping lawns to the charming gazebo, there is no shortage of beautiful spots to celebrate your special day.”
“There are 5 separate bathrooms for wedding guests in a separate building closer to the tent area and there is a bathroom that has wheel chair access.”
“It rained minutes after our ceremony ended and Mankin Mansion had umbrellas ready to go for each of our guests and quickly pivoted plans with a breeze.”
“Knows how to keep the dance floor full, had great quality mics and speakers for both the ceremony and reception, and cool lighting for the dance floor/reception.”
What couples say again and again
“The venue is already beautiful, and our family and friends are still talking about how stunning it was, but the professionalism of the staff elevated the experience even more.”
“From the well kept grounds, to the staff going above and beyond to enhance a couple's experience (or a vendor's experience) makes it one of the best wedding venues in Richmond.”
“As someone who has worked weddings, I appreciated how seamless everything felt on the wedding day itself.”
“The whole planning process was made easy because they paired you with a wedding coordinator which is an amazing addition to their packages (included)!”
“The well-kept and manicured grounds, along with the venue's historic charm, provide a picturesque backdrop for my photos.”
From the reviews
Mankin Mansion is a phenomenal venue. Take one step onto the expertly manicured grounds and you’ll instantly feel two things. First, a complete understanding as to why they rank amongst the top wedding venues in Richmond and are regular features in notable publications.
I absolutely love getting to attend Mankin Mansion as a wedding photographer and as an occasional wedding guest. The ability to have gorgeous indoor and outdoor options for photos and guests makes it super flexible!
Vendor Review: Soho Photos As a photographer, I enjoy capturing moments at venues that offer flexibility. Having both indoor and outdoor options for couples, especially during the peak season from March to November, adds to the appeal.
My husband and I got married at Mankin in September and I truly cannot put into words how amazing it is. From the moment we toured the property, we knew we found somewhere special. The venue itself is stunning. We wanted to get married outside but wanted a suitable back up option in case of rain.
Getting married at Mankin Mansion
Mankin 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.
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