Chatham Station

Rehearsal

Raleigh Brewing Company

Welcome Party

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

The Mayton Inn

Farewell Brunch

Spring

Our Wedding

Morgan- "I had seen Ian here and there at Raleigh Brewing while he worked in the connected homebrew shop and I was trying to get my business of the ground. We even worked an off-site event together but didn't really speak. We were both invited to our friend Adriene's birthday party at Urban Axes and the sparks were undeniable. I even blew off a couple friends that night (sorry gals!) to continue hanging out with Ian. Later we realized that we were sort of being set up by Adriene but it all worked out in the end."

How did you meet?

Ian- "I was told to stay clear of this daughter the bosses had. So naturally I didn't. The beginning was fun and secretive. We didn't want to let the cat out of the bag too soon. One afternoon Morgan and her dad came back from lunch and he came and asked if I still had a job here. Needless to say it was slightly precarious at first. But in the end I would say that Michael Scott was correct, You miss 100% of the shots you don't take, --Wayne Gretzky."

What were you thinking dating your bosses' daughter?

Morgan- "I gave Ian a couple criteria to follow for the proposal.1. I didn't want it to happen at Raleigh Brewing.2. I wanted our dog, Juniper, to be there.3. I didn't want to have to entertain a bunch of people right afterwards.He met all of those criteria when he proposed to me in our home after a day of hanging out with friends. It was the only way he was going to surprise me, truthfully. I am the planner in the relationship so if there was anything fishy going on, I would have smelled it a mile away! We called both of our immediate families right after and were able to celebrate with them."

Tell us how he proposed!!!

Morgan- "Loving Ian has been the easiest and most natural-feeling thing I've ever done. He is my best friend, most trusted confidant, sounding board, and voice of reason. He has supported me through my lowest and celebrated with me at my highest. Ian is my favorite person to do everything and nothing with. I truly can't wait to spend the rest of my life with him!"Ian- "Morgan is an amazing woman that I am lucky to be marrying. Our time together has been fun, organic and evolving. She was there during school for me which can only show you how patient she is. She truly is wonderful and I couldn't imagine my life any other way."

A short reflection on our time together and the love we share... 

Our Story

Photos

Anna Nystedt

Riley Jones

Blake Blair

Hannah Harris

Paige Clayton-Alvarez

Jason Alexander

Wedding Party

Q + A

Raleigh-Durham International Airport is the closest airport to the venue and hotel block options- only a 20 minute drive. If flying in, please plan to arrange you own travel from the airport to the hotel accommodations.

Raleigh-Durham International Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh/Cary I-40 (PNC Arena)

Please plan to book your room here before 4/23/24. You may also need to edit the dates on the booking page. Either use the link above or call the front desk and verbally reserve your room under the “Nystedt Wedding Room Block”.

The Mayton

Travel

<a href="https://www.academystreetbistro.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Academy Street Bistro</a>- unique take on worldwide cuisine with a selection of bistro style plates to satisfy your hunger for fresh, healthy lunches and dinners.<a href="https://www.esteamedcoffee.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Esteamed Coffee</a>-a 501(c)(3) non-profit coffee shop and cafe located in Cary, NC.&nbsp;We employ individuals with various disabilities, most of whom have never been given a meaningful employment opportunity.<a href="https://www.chathamstreetwine.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Chatham Street Wine Market</a>- a small neighborhood wine shop with a focus on unique, delicious, small production wines from around the world.<a href="https://www.pharmacybottlebeverage.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pharmacy Bottle + Beverage</a>- your local destination for great beer, wine, and good times.<a href="https://carytaipei101nc.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Taipei 101</a>- brings a piece of authentic Taiwanese and Chinese cuisine to the Triangle area.<a href="https://difarapizzatavern.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">DiFara Pizza</a>- widely regarded as one of the best pizzerias in New York City.<a href="https://www.freshlocalicecream.com/cary-location" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">FRESH. Local Ice Cream</a>- what more could you ask for? Morgan's first job was at the Raleigh location.<a href="https://www.crosstowndowntown.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Crosstown Pub &amp; Grill</a>- a fun and welcoming neighborhood pub. A place where people can come to eat, drink, laugh, and relax.<a href="https://www.scratchkitchenandtaproom.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Scratch Kitchen</a>- with dishes made from scratch, careful attention to details, and focus on southern hospitality, we hope you find Scratch Kitchen to be the place to enjoy a great meal with your friends and family.<a href="https://www.bondbrothersbeer.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bond Brothers Beer Company</a>- a brewery, taproom, and beer garden that offers a wide variety of beer styles with a vibe that is casual and inviting.<a href="https://rbf.wine/home" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">rbf.</a>- with our private patio, comfortable seating, unbelievable décor, and the perfect bottles of champagne and wine, this is where you want to kick up your feet and have a glass with friends.<a href="https://www.bullcityciderworks.com/cary" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bull City Ciderworks</a>- come see us for Cider Pints, Flights, Cocktails &amp; Local Beer. We are family-friendly at the cidery and love seeing your well behaved pups.

Downtown Cary Park ProjectMore than twenty years in the making, the Downtown Cary Park totals seven acres in size and is centrally located in Downtown Cary surrounded by Walker, Academy, Park, and Walnut Streets. The park features a “great lawn” and unique, tiered water feature. The lawn is fronted by a pavilion and interspersed around the lawn are a series of unique spaces, or “rooms,” linked by paved walking trails. Additional features include performance places, market spaces, public art incorporated into the landscape, food, and beverage facilities, a play area, interactive water features, a dog play area, and walkways for strolling and relaxing. A key feature of the Downtown Park is the amount of proposed programming, including art exhibitions, arts and crafts classes, performances and concerts,&nbsp;cardio&nbsp;and fitness classes, book clubs, story time programs, and movies. The goal is to generate activity in the Park that will energize Downtown&nbsp;Cary.Featured Areas of the ParkGreat Lawn Performance PavilionThe Bark BarBarkyard (dog park)The Gathering House &amp; Gathering GardenAcademy&nbsp;Street PlazaThe Nest Play AreaTowne&nbsp;SquarePark Street CourtsSkywalk

Things to Do

Registry

Morgan & Ian

Morgan & Ian

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