Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day

St. Patrick Church

Ceremony

Longwood Gardens

Reception

Más Mexicali Cantina

After Party (Optional)

Brunch

Spring

Our Wedding

Our Story

Photos

Natalie Holstein

Josh Budzik

Cait Dulan

Matt Dinehart

Aileen Miller

Annie O'Regan

Evan Partridge

Frank Leslie 

Emma Holyoke

Gabby Krupa

Greg Millaway

Ridge Stimson

Grace Buck

Lauren Brown

Wedding Party

Q + A

We will be running one large shuttle from the hotel to the ceremony, wedding reception, and back at the end of the evening. More details regarding timing to come. This is a new hotel in the heart of West Chester. This will be walking distance to the after-party location as well as many other bars and restaurants throughout West Chester

Hotel Indigo 

Hilton Garden Inn Kennett Square

Near Longwood GardensMake yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include complimentary bottled water, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.When you stay at The Inn at Whitewing Farm i

The Inn at Whitewing Farm

Hotel Warner is also in the heart of West Chester and is within walking distance to the after party location and many other bars and restaurants in town!

Hotel Warner

Lodging

Longwood Gardens is a very special place for us, and we can't wait for you all to see it. One of our very first dates was at Longwood Gardens and we continue to enjoy the gardens a few times each year for great fountain shows, spectacular Christmas lights, and of course gorgeous botanical life. You will have a ticket giving you access including re-entry into the garden any time on the day of the wedding (<a href="https://tickets.longwoodgardens.org/Tix2.aspx?saleID=v3%2fStxDXsXGmyH8chcqqRw%3d%3d" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">click here to access your ticket</a>). If you are looking for something to do the day before or after the wedding we highly encourage you to consider buying a ticket to further enjoy the garden and support a wonderful non-profit organization!

Downtown West Chester has a wide variety of local shops. From fashion boutiques to record stores, to home decor, West Chester has something perfect for everyone. Friday night prior to the wedding is the gallery walk night. Local artists' work will be on display throughout town and shops will be open until 8:00 pm. Try some of our favorites like Tish, Jawn Supply, Pine &amp; Quill, or Thistle Be Perfect!

Shop around in West Chester

If you are looking to grab food in the area consider trying some of the places we love to eat. For a great meal, check out Kooma, Opa, Greystone Oyster Bar, or Mercato. For a quick bite at breakfast or lunch, try La Tartine, Mae's, or Buddy's Burgers. If you are looking for something sweet, we recommend Dia Doce Cupcakes. There are plenty other great options for whatever food you are in the mood for!

Grab a Bite to Eat

If you are looking for a great place to catch up with friends and family while in town there are a number of great places to get a drink. We recommend Turks Head Wine Bar, Room 109 which is a speakeasy in the bottom of Hotel Indigo, or Kooma for fun cocktails. Mas Mexicali Cantina is also great for a margarita and lively atmosphere, we'll be having an afterparty on the second floor after the wedding feel free to stop by and have a drink with us!

Getting a Drink

If you are up for a bit more of an adventure in the days surrounding the wedding, Philadelphia (Go Birds!) is about a 40 minute drive or train ride from West Chester. If you're taking the train, Septa's Paoli/Thorndale makes getting into the city simple! Eric spent 4 years living in the city as a student at Temple University and as a couple we have grown to adore the city for all the art, entertainment, and cuisine it has to offer. Some of our favorite things to do in the city are catching a Phillies game, grabbing dinner at our favorite restaurant Double Knot, or going to a show. You also can't go wrong exploring Center City, historic Old City, or grabbing a cheesesteak on South St. at Jim's!

Explore Philadelphia

There are so many great things to explore around West Chester. For something to do check out Highland Orchards, go to the Brandywine Museum of Art, go for a walk at Stroud's Preserve, or browse the shelves at Baldwin's Book Barn. If you are up for an adventure you could also hop over to another town like Kennet Square, or go shopping in King of Prussia.

Other Local Activities

Things to Do

Registry

Ceremony 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

St. Patrick Church212 Meredith Street, Kennett Square, PA, 19348 Parking: Street parking and parking in rear of church available

Reception 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

The Fountain Room at Longwood Gardens1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348 Cocktail hour begins at 5pm, dinner and reception to followPlease have your ticket printed or ready on your device.<a href="https://tickets.longwoodgardens.org/Tix2.aspx?saleID=v3/StxDXsXGmyH8chcqqRw==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Access your ticket here</a>

After Party 11:00 PM

Mas Mexicali Cantina102 E Market St, West Chester, PA 19382 You are welcome to join us for an optional after party on the second floor of Mas Mexicali Cantina in West Chester. There will be a cash bar and live music. Mas is a one block walk from Hotel Indigo and walking distance to many other bars. For those driving there are multiple parking garages nearby within a short walking distance, we recommend the parking garage at 20 S High St. Hope to see you there for fun times and great cocktails.

Day of Transportation

Getting to the CeremonyTwo shuttles will depart at 1:10 p.m. from Hotel Indigo in West Chester to bring guests to the ceremony at St. Patrick Church. After the CeremonyFollowing the ceremony guests may choose to return to the hotel or head straight to Longwood Gardens to enjoy the scenery in between the ceremony and reception. (there will not be a shuttle back to the hotel between the wedding and reception) Getting to the ReceptionFollowing the ceremony shuttles will escort guests from the ceremony to Longwood Gardens. After the receptionAt 10:00 p.m. there will be shuttles returning guests to Hotel Indigo. Guests Preferring to DriveFor guests choosing to drive there will be parking available on the street, in local parking garges, and in the rear of St. Patrick Church. Parking for Longwood is in the&nbsp;WEST LOT&nbsp;located on&nbsp;Conservatory Road between Longwood Road and Street Road&nbsp;(Route 926).&nbsp; <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/18cRFiITP--6yJtDfTZrJtz2lot-QZ_49Gmx14hrU6HM/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Please view the attached map for event parking.</a>

Day of Logistics

Getting to the CeremonyTwo shuttles will depart at 1:10 p.m. from Hotel Indigo in West Chester to bring guests to the ceremony at St. Patrick Church. After the CeremonyFollowing the ceremony guests may choose to return to the hotel or head straight to Longwood Gardens to enjoy the scenery in between the ceremony and reception. (there will not be a shuttle back to the hotel between the wedding and reception) Getting to the ReceptionFollowing the ceremony shuttles will escort guests from the ceremony to Longwood Gardens. After the receptionAt 10:00 p.m. there will be shuttles returning guests to Hotel Indigo. Guests Preferring to DriveFor guests choosing to drive there will be parking available on the street, in local parking garges, and in the rear of St. Patrick Church. Parking for Longwood is in the&nbsp;WEST LOT&nbsp;located on&nbsp;Conservatory Road between Longwood Road and Street Road&nbsp;(Route 926).&nbsp; <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/18cRFiITP--6yJtDfTZrJtz2lot-QZ_49Gmx14hrU6HM/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Please view the attached map for event parking.</a>

Abby & Eric

Abby & Eric

Photos