Lawson Center Boat Museum

Rehearsal Dinner

The Athenaeum Hotel at Chautauqua Institution

Wedding Day

Hall of Philosophy

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Dinner & Dancing

Our Wedding

Amelia and Dan met at the start of their Senior year of college at West Virginia University (Go Mountaineers!). Dan was working on a project with Amelia's roommate and best-friend, Autumn. Their apartment was the dedicated hangout spot, and so inevitably, Dan ended up at their place, which is where he laid eyes on Amelia for the very first time. They clicked immediately, and instantly became good friends. After several months of group hangs, jam sessions, spontaneous adventures, shared meals, and mutual affection, Dan asked Amelia to be his girlfriend. The timing was unfortunate, as two months later, they both graduated and went back home...

They spent the next two years of their relationship doing long-distance, while Amelia spent time between Annapolis, MD and Jamestown, NY finishing up her degree and looking for a job. They enjoyed many weekend adventures together on the Chesapeake Bay in Annapolis and meeting half-way between Pittsburgh and Jamestown in Grove City. Even miles apart, their relationship grew stronger as they created countless memories together.

Finally, Amelia’s job offer came through, and she moved to Pittsburgh—cue the celebration! Living just down the street from each other for the first time since college felt like a dream. They settled into everyday life together, spending evenings exploring the neighborhood, sharing countless meals, and discovering a shared love for pickleball that quickly became a regular (and slightly competitive) activity. They also found their home church, and with it, their community of friends to do life with.

Their time together in Pittsburgh showed them how much better life was when they were doing it together. Whether it be preparing a meal, going for morning walks, or laughing together about one of their many inside jokes, they both knew they had found their person. Dan and Amelia can't wait to move into the next chapter and become husband and wife &lt;3

Our Story

Photos

Autumn Holt

Miguel Ascencio

Lauren Stahlsmith

Christopher Mikec

Alicia D'Angelo

Robert Witkowski

Courtney Russo

Matthew Witkowski

Alexa DiSanti

Christian Dolce

Ceilidh Shaffer

Cameron Beichner 

Kaitlin Morris

Cody Ruffing

Catherine Boyland

Grayson Phillips

Sophie Phillips

Lainey Phillips

Caia Shaffer

Liam Shaffer

Schyler Shaffer

Wedding Party

Q + A

Preferred location - Reception will be held in the ballroom of the Athenaeum after the Wedding Ceremony. Located in Chautauqua, Athenaeum Hotel offers lakefront accommodations 16 miles from The Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Center and has facilities like a garden, a restaurant and a bar. Built in 19th century, the property provides a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi is available. The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a TV and free toiletries. Continental and American breakfast options are available at Athenaeum Hotel. Erie International Airport is 43 miles from the property. When Booking: click "Special Codes or Rates", then select "Group Code" (instead of "Promo Code")<a href="http://chq.org/athenaeum-hotel" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://chq.org/athenaeum-hotel</a>

Athenaeum Hotel

Located 3 minutes down the road from Chautauqua Institution.

Chautauqua Suites Hotel & Expo Center

Located in Celoron, 3.3 miles from The Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Center, Chautauqua Harbor Hotel - Jamestown has accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a restaurant. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has an indoor pool, hot tub and room service. At the hotel, the rooms have a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all rooms at Chautauqua Harbor Hotel - Jamestown have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms also feature a balcony. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Celoron, like cycling. Guests can use the business center or relax in the bar. SUNY Fredonia is 30 miles from Chautauqua Harbor Hotel - Jamestown. Erie International Airport is 51 miles from the property.

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel - Jamestown

Doubletree By Hilton Jamestown, Ny features a fitness center, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Jamestown. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel has an indoor pool and an ATM. Each room includes air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and certain units at the hotel have a safety deposit box. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A continental breakfast is available at Doubletree By Hilton Jamestown, Ny. Guests can use the business center or relax in the snack bar. The Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Center is a 3-minute walk from the accommodation, while SUNY Fredonia is 28 miles away. Erie International Airport is 52 miles from the property.

DoubleTree by Hilton Jamestown

Accommodations

Things to Do

Registry

Amelia & Daniel

Amelia & Daniel

Wedding Party