By Jeanni Ritchie
For couples looking to skip the stress without sacrificing style, the Alexandria Museum of Art is offering a wedding option that blends elegance, simplicity, and affordability in one art-filled setting.
Here, couples can exchange vows surrounded by natural light, curated galleries, and timeless architecture — an intimate alternative to the pressure and price tag of a traditional large-scale wedding. A museum ceremony offers a meaningful backdrop for those who want something intentional, memorable, and just a little outside the expected.
One standout opportunity is Artfully Wed, scheduled for Saturday, May 30, 2026. This one-day event features a series of all-inclusive microweddings designed for couples who want the beauty of a traditional wedding at a fraction of the cost. Each one-hour wedding includes customized ceremony planning with an officiant, music selection, cake, a bubbly toast, a first dance, and professional photography by Bull’s Eye Films + Media.
With the average wedding now hovering around $30,000, Artfully Wed allows couples to celebrate in a stunning venue for under $2,000 — proof that meaningful doesn’t have to mean massive.
Interested couples must reserve their wedding time in advance. For more information, call 318-443-3458 or contact Dana Lyles at dana@themuseum.org.
The Alexandria Museum of Art is located at 933 Second Street, Alexandria.
