Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields

lion. First off, Newfields is just an absolutely stunning venue in itself. If you want classy, elegant, garden/mansion vibes, then this is your place. Every location around Newfields is a photo opp and I promise your guests will be dazzled by the beauty of the grounds. We had the absolute pleasure of working with Allie, one of Newfields’ events managers, and she was amazing throughout the entire planning process. When we first toured Newfields, we were assured that it’s not one of those venues that simply “turns the lights on” – They truly are with you every step of the way during the planning phases, all the way up until the day-of, to ensure that everything runs smoothly. You will assuredly be in good hands when you have your wedding at Newfields! Allie was very responsive to all of my MANY questions from the moment we booked the venue (a year and a half prior to our date) all the way through the rehearsal and day-of. She was there throughout it all to combat any stressors and help make sure everything ran smoothly. Her attention-to-detail is unmatched and she was so thoughtful with little gestures like bringing us water and champagne while we were taking our couples photos after the ceremony. She even let us take a few photos at the LOVE sculpture after the museum had closed, which we were SO excited about! It was a stress-free wedding and I truly didn’t have to lift a finger on the actual day, all thanks to the Newfields and Kahn’s Catering team. THANK YOU!

he property. The ceremony was held at the gorgeous Lily House, in the lawn in back. Staff set up white chairs and the florist and DJ contributed to making it the perfect setting for a wedding. Our cocktail hour was held on the Bluestone….a perfect space for guests to mingle while grabbing a cocktail and some appetizers from Kahn’s Catering. It’s important to note that if you book at Newfields they are contracted with Kahn’s to handle all food, beverages and tableware.  Following cocktail hour was the beautiful reception in Deer Pavilion. We accommodated 180 people easily in the space without feeling crowded. Twinkle lights from the ceiling set up by their AV team added to the ambiance.  Allie Steel was our Newfields rep and was excellent to work with. Planning was easy and she was able to handle all our requests. On the day of, Allie was present to help in any way and made many trips to various parts of the property helping guests who needed a golf cart. Best of all, she was kind and helpful in making our vision come to life.  If you’d like to get married in Indianapolis, Newfields is a beautiful place to do it! 

de Deer Pavilion. The spaces photographed beautifully and created such a romantic atmosphere for our guests. We heard from many guests afterward that it was one of, if not the most beautiful wedding they had ever attended. Rachel was knowledgeable, welcoming, and inviting during our initial tour, which made us feel confident moving forward with booking. After signing our contract, Rose became our main event contact and was wonderful to work with throughout the planning process. She maintained open communication, was responsive to questions, and helped everything feel organized leading up to the wedding. The venue is definitely on the pricier side, but the beauty of the property and overall atmosphere made it feel worth it to us. Our biggest downside was the exclusive catering requirement through Kahn’s Catering, which unfortunately did not meet our expectations. While this was separate from the venue staff and overall venue experience, it was one of the more disappointing aspects of the day and something couples should keep in mind when considering Newfields. Overall, Newfields provided a gorgeous setting for our wedding and gave us a truly memorable backdrop for the day.