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Welcome Drinks

The Hall of Philosophy

Ceremony

The Athenaeum Hotel at Chautauqua Institution

Reception

Our Wedding

Maggie and Pat first met as Accounting TAs at The Ohio State University, though they barely overlapped in the tutor room and hardly spoke. Both graduated in 2019 — Pat moved to New York City, and Maggie to Chicago.In the winter of 2021, Pat moved to Chicago, and through Ohio State connections, they became friends. On August 6th, during a night out in Chicago, Pat decided he was done being “just friends” and kissed Maggie at the iconic Hangge Uppe. A few weeks later, when his sister Meg came to visit, Pat asked Maggie, “So when I introduce you, should I say you’re my girlfriend or my friend?” Meg met Pat’s girlfriend that day — and future sister-in-law.The years since have been full of travel and time with their Chicago friends. Maggie’s favorite memory is their 2.5-week camper van trip out west — six national parks, hiking, and cold beer cans as makeshift ice packs in the summer heat. Pat’s favorite was their trip to Mexico, where they swam through ancient caves and floated in a hot air balloon over Aztec pyramids — despite his fear of heights (thanks to Maggie’s encouragement).On November 29th, 2024, while walking by the Scioto River — a favorite path for the Hobsons — Pat got down on one knee and asked Maggie to spend forever with him. She didn’t know he’d gone ring shopping earlier that week, or that he’d planned a weekend of surprises with her family and friends. It was perfect.Now, they can’t wait to celebrate this next chapter in a place that means so much to both of them — where Pat grew up spending summers at his family’s lake house, and where Maggie has come to love over the last four years.We can’t wait to celebrate with you and share the beauty of this special place. &lt;3

Our Story

Photos

Jacqueline Hess

John Gramza

Benjamin Gramza

Margaret Gramza

Matthew Gramza

Katherine Hobson

Benjamin Hobson

Gerrit Hobson

Kathryn Hennessey

Avery Brick

Michael Crawford

Caroline Buse

Andrew Crawford

Tanner Miley

Ross George

Megan Groll

Michael Callender

Thomas Williams

Katlyn Colvin

David Hauck

Suneet Singh

Varun Jambunath

Wedding Party

Our venue is about a 1.5-hour drive from Buffalo, a 4-hour drive from Columbus, and a 7.5-hour drive from Chicago. For guests flying in, we recommend flying into Buffalo and driving from there.

Our wedding celebrations will be held at the historic and charming Chautauqua Institution. The Hotel Athenaeum, a boutique hotel, sits right on the water within the Institution grounds. With only 150 rooms in total, we encourage guests to reserve early; the room block officially opens for online booking on January 2, 2026 at 9am EST. The room rate with the block is $150 per night plus applicable taxes. Guests reserving rooms will be required to place a non-refundable $50.00 per room deposit at the time of booking. Check-ins are accepted as early as 12:00p.m. with all rooms guaranteed by 3:00pm. Check-out is 11:00a.m. on the day of departure. Room rates are subject to Chautauqua County and New York State Sales and Occupancy Taxes. Accommodations may be arranged through the reservation’s office at 1-800-821-1881, or online at&nbsp;<a href="http://athenaeum.chq.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">athenaeum.chq.org</a>&nbsp;with&nbsp;Group Code:&nbsp;2026HOBSON. When booking online, you must enter the Group Code above and click apply before the room dates open. The reservations office reopens on January 5th. However, online booking is available starting January 2nd at 9am. If you are having any issues booking, please contact the front desk using 1-716-357-4444.

Hotel Athenaeum

If guests are unable to reserve a room at Hotel Athenaeum or would just like an alternate option, we suggest booking an air bnb within the Institution via this website. Although there are many lodging options along Lake Chautauqua, the ubers are very limited so we encourage guests to stay within the Institution.

Air Bnbs within Chautauqua Institution

Travel

This area on the lake has several restaurants and bars. Some of our favorites are Ellicottville Brewery and The Casino.

Bemus Point

Great hiking in the area! We have especially enjoyed this during the fall weather.

Long Point State Park on Lake Chautauqua

There are many wineries in the area! We have especially enjoyed Johnson Estates. However, others are 21 Brix Winery, Mazza Chautauqua Cellars, &amp; Noble Winery.

Johnson Estate Winery

The largest town nearby is Jamestown, NY. It is known for the National Comedy Center which features more than 50 immersive exhibits on the history, craft, and impact of comedy. There is a Lucille Ball exhibit as she was a Jamestown native!

National Comedy Center

If you plan to extend your stay, we suggest you drive to Niagara Falls which is about 1.5 hour drive away and right outside Buffalo which has a lot to offer!

Niagara Falls State Park

Things to Do

Registry

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