Cole’s Greene Acres Farm
Cole’s Greene Acres Farm provides clients with a small, intimate venue for their wedding. The farm has many picturesque possibilities available, where you can recite your vows or hold a commitment ceremony. Popular choices for marriage ceremonies are the 1830s log cabin, in the valley by the stream, and on top of the hill overlooking the bucolic countryside.
A pavilion and dance floor are available each measuring 20-feet x 40-feet in size. The pavilion has one end enclosed to provides an area for caterers. A commercial style kitchen with refrigeration, 10-burner gas stove and double oven are part of the amenities available. Handmade tables, created from wood harvested from the farm, adorn the pavilion area. Owned and operated by Shane and Deanna Cole, the farm also functions as an Airbnb and, “supports an ‘Elopement Style Wedding’ as one of the many package weddings option,” Shane says. Recommendations can be offered for caterers with an ala carte approach, or hiring a band, and DJs. Help will be provided as needed on the day of the event.
Raising heritage breeds of Scottish Highlands and Black Galloway cattle, donning a Hoop House, and currently in the process of raising pumpkins, corn and sunflowers for a wedding scheduled for this fall, Cole’s Greene Acres Farm is a wonderful country retreat. The rough-cut lumber design of the pavilion, band stand, and numerous building around the farm add to that down home country feeling. The family-style serving and the cabins available for the wedding party and guests in this family farm are perfect for that intimate wedding event with a picturesque country atmosphere. Stop by the farm for a tour of the venue and what they have to offer for that special day or take a tour by visiting their Facebook or Instagram @ColesGreeneAcresFarms. FMI, contact Shane and Deanna Cole at 724-451-8568 or colesgreenacresfarm@gmail.com.
Greene County Historical Society Museum
The Greene County Historical Society Museum in Waynesburg provides a unique historical setting for your wedding. The beautiful historic buildings are located across 14 acres of Greene County’s bucolic hills and fields. Buildings on the grounds include an antique barn, two cabins, and the main museum.
When you rent the museum as your venue, you get 12 hours of access to the grounds for your event. To maintain the integrity of the historic artifacts housed in the main museum, larger wedding ceremonies are suggested to take place outside of the main building, but the wedding party has access to historical rooms inside to prepare for the wedding.
The most popular places on the grounds to get married are the white-columned front porch, while guests watch from below, and the historic barn with antique tools on display. The barn is also the perfect place to hold your reception, with room for larger parties. If you’re looking for something smaller and cozier, consider holding an intimate ceremony in the front parlor or one of the remarkable cabins. The beautiful grounds, both inside and out, also make the perfect backdrop for your wedding and engagement photos.
“If you love history, this is the place to get married,” says Sam Gandy, event coordinator. So, if you love history and are looking for the perfect wedding venue, schedule a tour with the Greene County Historical Society today by calling 724-627-3204.
Kathryn’s Victorian Venue
Bright linens cover a dining table topped with platters of intricately decorated pastries, authentic fine china, and in the center of it all, a two-story cake, handcrafted to match the occasion. A glass flower chandelier and stained-glass windows completes the scene. You’ve either traveled back to the 19th century or have entered the beautiful tea party room of Kathryn’s Victorian Venue.
Tucked away at the back of The Perfect Arrangement & Lily Bee’s on High Street in Waynesburg, this completely renovated Victorian house from the 1920s offers three dining spaces perfect for a variety of events. The venue comfortably hosts up to 40 people, complimenting special occasions such as weddings, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, anniversaries, baby showers, corporate events, and more.
Kathryn’s is owned by Pam Marisa and she is assisted by a talented team of event planners, designers, florists, and a list of vendors to accommodate any of their guests’ needs. When creating Kathryn’s, Pam intended to “create an experience unlike anything in our era,” and every refurbished detail of the house follows through on that promise. From the mantels dressed in fresh flowers to the antique chandeliers in each room, the venue is saturated in old-fashioned beauty and authenticity.
The venue’s name comes from a niece of Pam and her husband, Kent. Kathryn’s mother, Autumn Lexer, was raised in Waynesburg alongside her four brothers Kent, Kurt, Kameron, and Kerry. Autumn’s other daughter inspired the name of Kathryn’s sister business, Lily Bee’s, which offers floral arrangements, decorations, and gifts for every occasion.
The prices of event packages vary depending on what guests need for their event. Kathryn’s team is happy to provide whatever they can to create a unique and memorable experience. Their new commercial kitchen allows for private caterers or chefs, and their event team will bring to life any vision you have in mind – from balloon archways to dessert displays.
According to Pam, the venue will likely also offer outside spaces in the future, including a covered patio and a neatly landscaped yard with enchanting lighting and décor.
Valley View Farm
Situated on a family farm owned since 1905, Valley View Farm is a wedding venue providing everything you need to make your day special. The vision of creating a place where people could gather to experience hope, peace, and new beginnings led to renovations of the original barn, where a variety of events are held. A very special stain glass window, able to be viewed from all levels in the building, captures the sentiment perfectly.
Dr. Josh Dower, along with owners Corbly and Christy Orndorff, renovated the original barn in the spring of 2014. As the beauty of the barn was revealed, many were interested in holding a gathering in the beautiful, rustic space. The venue’s first wedding was held that fall, and the venue has since grown to become one of the finest wedding venue destinations in Greene County.
The space itself has grown from the original barn with an addition that includes a loft overlooking a dance floor with band stage, a wide covered porch, and a separate space designed for caterers. The main barn includes a special raised platform over a bar and an additional loft area for seating. Antique decorations and handmade light fixtures add rustic charm and an intimate atmosphere.
The venue easily accommodates large gatherings. The dance floor and stage are equipped with a sound system, lighting, speakers, and a mobile DJ setup. Speakers placed throughout the building ensure all event attendees can hear music and announcements. To ensure the success of your event, Valley View Farm also provides you with a wedding planner to assist you with planning and manage activities during the event, leaving you to enjoy your special day.
Unique to Valley View Farms, a team of stunning Belgians and beautiful carriage can deliver you to the venue to celebrate your occasion. The farm has a long history as a livery stable and breeder of world-class Belgians; they continue to breed these magnificent animals and they can be seen in the fields surrounding the venue. FMI, contact Christy Orndorff at 724-627-6805, email info@valleyviewfarmvenue.com, or visit valleyviewfarms.com.