Morris Peaceland Farm

Ceremony

Spring

Please contact Windy Dongarra (MOG) or Lori Matusko (MOB) regarding any questions or concerns you may have. Windy: (757) 613-0383Lori: (252) 267-6786

Our Wedding

Morris Peaceland Farm 

15 minutes from Marriott Crossroads. Ample grass lot parking (parking attendant will direct traffic upon arrival). Please be careful entering and exiting the venue, as it is on a curved backroad. Weather permitting, the ceremony will be performed outdoors on the dock and the reception will take place under the outdoor covered pavilion. Please dress appropriately.

The Venue

Bridal Party Maid of Honor - Korbyn Denby Matron of Honor - Sierra Williams Bridesmaid - Colleen DongarraBridesmaid - Courtney MaurerBridesmaid - Isabella HamptonBridesmaid - Austin Younger Groom's Party Best Man - Jackson Rabey Groomsman - Vincent DongarraGroomsman - Troy DongarraGroomsman - Luke DongarraGroomsman - Roman Dongarra Groomsman - Evan Scully

Wedding Party

Schedule 

Q + A

The Courtyard Crossroads by Marriott is our preferred hotel for wedding guests. We have blocked off a section of rooms at a discounted rate for you to book. All hotels listed are within 15 minutes of the venue and also the Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

We have blocked rooms at this hotel for our wedding guests. Last day to book:&nbsp;Friday, April 24, 2026;&nbsp;please reserve early&nbsp;- property only allowed a 15-room block; additional rooms will be added based upon availability. May is a big graduation and wedding month! <a href="https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1773855290405&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink&amp;_branch_match_id=1361072345433803445&amp;_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXTywo0MtNLCrKzC8p0UvOz9UvSi3OyczLtgdK2ALZZSCOWmaKraG5ubGFqamRpYGJgaladmqlrXtQgFpdUWpaKlB3Xnp8UlF%2BeXFqka1zRlF%2BbioAzT%2FM52AAAAA%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Reserve Here</a>

Courtyard Raleigh Cary Crossroads

Alternative Accomodations

This is an alternative hotel option. There are no blocked rooms with a discounted rate.

SpringHill Suites Raleigh Cary

Fairfield Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary

Sonesta ES Suites Raleigh Cary

Holiday Inn Express Apex-Raleigh by IHG

SpringHill Suites Raleigh Apex

Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Cary I-40

Transportation

Alternate Airport Transportation:&nbsp;My RDU Airport Shuttle; fee: 20 USD (one way); on request: $20 (one way) - 1-919-728-0195

Raleigh-Durham International Airport

Cary Train Station

Travel & Accommodations

If you have some extra time during your visit, there are tons of fun things to do in the area. Here are some of our favorites:

Museums & Parks 

The state's art collection spans more than 5,000 years with over 4,353 objects from ancient Egypt to the present, making the NCMA one of the premier art museums in the South. Open&nbsp;Wednesday through Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM, with the Museum Park open daily from dawn to dusk. Free general admission.

North Carolina Museum of Art

The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is the Southeast’s largest natural history museum, complete with its Nature Exploration Center and Nature Research Center, with four floors of exhibits, live animals, gift shops and cafés. Explore on a variety of different self-guided tours through all the different exhibits. &nbsp;Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10am–5pm. Free general admission.

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

Dorothea Dix Park is&nbsp;one of Raleigh's largest parks. The 308-acre site blends historic architecture and rich landscapes into a unique destination in the heart of Raleigh. Experience huge green space with city views, walking paths, and the fun, hidden Trolls sculptures by Thomas Dambo. Open daily sunrise to sunset.

Dix Park

Pullen Park is the&nbsp;first public park in North Carolina, the&nbsp;5th oldest operating amusement park in the U.S., and the 16th oldest in the world. It contains a carousel, mini-train, pedal boats, and playgrounds. Open daily 10am-6pm.

Pullen Park

Downtown Cary Park offers diverse amenities including&nbsp;the dog-friendly Barkyard, Market 317 for drinks/snacks, the Bark Bar (beer/wine), the Nest playground, the Great Lawn with a pavilion for events, the Gathering House for indoor/outdoor events, walking paths, fire pits, table tennis, and a putting green, anchoring a vibrant, walkable downtown. Open daily 7am - 11pm.

Downtown Cary Park

The park features an extensive network of hiking and multiuse trails, as well as three manmade lakes and their tributaries that are perfect for fishing. Both park entrances offer picnic shelters, and Crabtree Creek offers camping areas.&nbsp; Open daily 8am - 9pm.

William B. Umstead State Park

Downtown Raleigh Must-See Districts 

Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh is&nbsp;a vibrant, walkable hub for dining, entertainment, culture, and history, connecting the State Capitol to the Convention Center, featuring wide sidewalks, seating, and host to major festivals. Explore acclaimed restaurants, historic architecture, the&nbsp;Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, the&nbsp;City of Raleigh Museum, lively bars, and unique shops, all part of Raleigh's central business district.

Fayetteville Street Historic District

Historic Oakwood in Raleigh offers beautiful late 19th century Victorian architecture, with highlights including&nbsp;Mordecai Historic Park, the peaceful&nbsp;Historic Oakwood Cemetery, and charming spots like&nbsp;North Person Street&nbsp;for walks, plus nearby museums and restaurants such as those on&nbsp;North Person Street, perfect for exploring history, architecture, and local flavor.&nbsp;(Ish) delicatessen and Crawford &amp; Son's are a few favorite local restaurants.

Historic Oakwood District

Raleigh's Warehouse District is&nbsp;a revitalized downtown area known for its historic red-brick industrial buildings transformed into a trendy hub for dining, arts, nightlife, and innovative businesses, featuring spots like the&nbsp;Morgan Street Food Hall &amp; Videri Chocolate Factory, unique galleries, breweries, and restaurants, plus major developments like&nbsp;Raleigh Union Station&nbsp;and The Dillon.

Warehouse District 

Shopping & Dining

The largest mall in North Carolina’s high-growth Research Triangle area, Crabtree features over 200 stores with brands like Apple, Banana Republic, Brahmin, Brooks Brothers, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Chubbies, Coach, H&amp;M, Lego, Macy’s, Michael Kors, TAG Heuer, and Tommy Bahama, among many others. The destination offers top dining options like Kanki Japanese House of Steaks &amp; Sushi, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, The Cheesecake Factory, Seasons 52, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse &amp; Wine Bar and more.

Crabtree Mall

Just minutes from most of our wedding hotel options, a bustling outdoor shopping center containing many major retail chains and restaurants. Convenient for grabbing any last- minute attire or essentials during your stay.

Crossroads Plaza

Farm-to-table Southern fare, plentiful wines &amp; craft beers in a chill setting with outdoor tables. Open lunch-dinner.

Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen

Located near Crossroads Plaza, First Watch is a casual cafe serving chef-driven breakfast, brunch, and lunch daily from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.. Known for fresh, made-to-order, and seasonal dishes, it features favorites like Million Dollar Bacon, Avocado Toast, and fresh-squeezed juices in a family-friendly, bright, and clean environment.&nbsp;

First Watch

Located in Crossroads Plaza, a casual, artsy, quick-stop coffee shop that serves serves made to order breakfast and brunch, savory and sweet crepes, waffles, and a variety of coffee and fruit smoothies.

Brooke & Jesse