The McPherson Wedding Venue & Event Center


Select services venue

The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $1,995

Catering services pricing

$17 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $1,495

Guest capacity

Up to 240 seated guests


About this venue

The McPherson is perfect for weddings, rehearsal dinners, reunions, bar mitzvahs, graduations, holiday parties and corporate meetings. Original Architectural Details with State of The Art Audio and Mood Lighting Systems. A Private 5,500 Square Foot Courtyard in the Rear of the building to host outdoor weddings or events. A special wedding gazebo in the courtyard will allow brides to have the outdoor wedding they always wanted with the security of knowing that the event can easily be moved inside if the weather does not comply. The Bridal Suite is over 700 square feet and includes a private bathroom, salon quality makeup and hair counter that can seat five and a lounge area with couches, wet bar and video monitoring of the main hall so that the bride can see guests arrive. Valet parking is not required as The McPherson offers a private parking lot for 80 cars. In addition, there is a portico for the bridal party’s limousine and a covered drop off area to use during inclement weather.

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Our event spaces

The McPherson Chapel & Reception Hall

The Historic McPherson Chapel begins a new life as The McPherson Wedding Venue and Event Center, after two years of renovations & modernization.

The Main Chapel has State of the Art Audio and Mood Lighting Systems. A Private 5,000 Square Foot Courtyard can host Outdoor Weddings. A Special Wedding Gazebo in the Courtyard will allow Brides to have the Outdoor Wedding they always wanted with the security of knowing that the event can easily be moved inside.

Guest capacity

Up to 240 Seated

Up to 370 Standing

Square footage

2,500

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

The McPherson Chapel & Reception Hall

The Historic McPherson Chapel begins a new life as The McPherson Wedding Venue and Event Center, after two years of renovations & modernization.

The Main Chapel has State of the Art Audio and Mood Lighting Systems. A Private 5,000 Square Foot Courtyard can host Outdoor Weddings. A Special Wedding Gazebo in the Courtyard will allow Brides to have the Outdoor Wedding they always wanted with the security of knowing that the event can easily be moved inside.

Guest capacity

Up to 240 Seated

Up to 370 Standing

Square footage

2,500

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing


Available services that can be provided by The McPherson Wedding Venue & Event Center

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event staff
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Wedding cake services

Reviews

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  • Why go anywhere else

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    Jennifer H.Oct 8, 2024

    The fact that people don’t know about this place blows me away. There is nowhere else to go where the owners will bring your nephew cool cars. Allow your guests to leave their vehicles on the parking lot for safety if need be, the communication, the ideas. If you are about to make an interesting wedding decision Philip will absolutely help guide you in the right direction. I know there are weddings there every weekend but the owners absolutely make you feel like your event is the only one that matters. Thank you Philip for helping our dreams to come true, and thanks for suggesting a Friday night wedding! Everyone thanked us for it!

  • Best Kept Secret in Saint Louis, Missouri!!

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    Chris HarrisJul 6, 2022

    Great Venue! We love the outdoor patio and outside bar area!

  • Beautiful historic venue with fabulous courtyard

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    Terri & G.Jul 6, 2022

    The McPherson specializes in ceremony reception combination with a fabulous courtyard for outside ceremonies that can be moved inside quickly in case of rain. They also have a private parking lot which made parking a breeze. The bridal suite is one of the best in the city.


Vendors required by The McPherson Wedding Venue & Event Center

Cakes and desserts
Cakes and desserts
Russo's Catering
St. Charles, MO

Preferred vendors of The McPherson Wedding Venue & Event Center

Cakes & desserts
Russo's Catering
St. Charles, MO