We know that our Chicagoland brides’ dream of their wedding day for nearly their entire lives. Most of our brides have a clear picture in the mind’s eye of what the most special day of their life is going to look like- the theme, the layout, the wedding dress, the shoes, and the general enthusiasm of the grand celebration. In fact, they would have also decided upon the iconic poses for their Chicago wedding photographer to capture. The only thing that they need to do is find that one true wedding venue that perfectly matches up with their wedding dreams. 

As we all know that Chicago, aka the Windy City, is famous for its skyscrapers and bold modernist and photographic architecture. So, if you are planning to host your wedding in a more personal setting with a classic feel then Chicago is the perfect place. Sprinkled with a plethora of spectacular private mansions with amazing backdrops, best suited for Chicago wedding photography, Chicago has a wide range of wedding venues. Varying in style from Romanesque revivals to English countryside manor, Chicago wedding venues will leave our brides enchanted for sure. With so many beautiful wedding venues, it gets a bit tricky for our brides to shortlist one that perfectly resonates with her style, taste, and budget! 

No need to fret, as George Street Photo and Video has got your back! Our professionals will help you in finding the wedding venue that you will choose to celebrate your union will ultimately influence the way in which your celebration will be perceived by your guests. Help your loved ones create memories that they will always cherish by opting for an incredible event space with a story. Hidden behind a lush garden and beguiling facade that flawlessly blends in on historic Kedzie Boulevard, Stan Mansion in Chicago is the idyllic setting for a graceful, elegant, and memorable wedding. A wedding at Stan Mansion means that you don’t have to get away with any part of your dream wedding that you have been picturing for years. In fact, you can embrace your vision and also work alongside that professional staff of Stan Mansion to make all your wedding dreams come true in the most beautiful way! 

If you want your wedding to be futuristic, rather than stuck in the past, then trust us, you have come to the right place. Stan Mansion is a very clean and very fast wedding venue. The moment you will step inside the mansion, you will feel like you have transported into 2100.  

As mentioned above, Stan Mansion is nestled right in the heart of the historic and charming 2.5 miles long Logan Square Historic District, which is recognized as one of the oldest neighborhoods in Chicago. Since the 1920s, the popularity game the Logan Square is experiencing is still going strong. The neighborhood of this charming location boasts many historical homes that retain their 1920s beauty and integrity. Your guests will marvel at the grandeur of a neighborhood that has remained unchanged for nearly a century. The neighborhood features a plethora of destinations with inventive cocktail bars and is home to some of the best restaurants in Chicago, that give your guests a getaway to explore the corner of Logan Square. 

Refurbished in 2012, Stan Mansion is a small and unique slice of Chicago’s enriched history that is perched on the grounds of a former Masonic Temple offering gilded and meticulous details of true royalty. With a unique layout, your guests will have a great time exploring many of the individual spaces within the mansion. Stan Mansion strongly believes that every couple deserves the opportunity to feel like royalty, even if it’s just for a single day. The versatility and flexibility of this stunning historical mansion create a perfect space for any bride wanting to fully personalize and oversee every aspect of her wedding venue! The 1920s glamor of this magnificent building remains at the forefront, making it an obvious backdrop for incredible Chicago wedding photographs. 

This fantastic Chicago wedding venue has also seen its fair share of national fame. Stan Mansion was awarded the ‘Best Venue’ from TLC’s popular show ‘Four Weddings’ in the year 2014 when a couple, featured on the show, held their ‘Wizard of Oz’ themed wedding at this lavish and majestic property. 

This stunning Chicago wedding venue will offer you plenty of freedom of choice, from table settings and entertainment to menu options, you will be able to customize the space as per your choice and desire. Express your personality and unique style through the details that you choose to add as you host a fabulous wedding ceremony and reception captured by our team of visionary Chicago wedding photographers.

As a former Masonic Temple, Stan Mansion, in all of its luxury, detail, and size, is always ready to welcome all types of wedding celebrations. The details, fine craftsmanship, and stunning luxurious aesthetics will bring your Chicago wedding to life! No matter what style you think of for your wedding, the personality of this historic wedding venue will shine flawlessly in all your Chicago wedding photographs. Another advantage of having your wedding celebration at Stan Mansion is that the cost doesn’t have to be a burden.

The enthusiastic and dedicated team of wedding planners at Stan Mansion will work tirelessly with you to make the wedding of your dreams come true!  Fit to seat 300 guests for dinners and up to 450 family and loved ones for a cocktail style reception, their spacious building offers a world of possibilities. So, whether you’re looking to plan that magical wedding that you’ve dreamed of your whole life, or looking for an exciting and luxurious black-tie wedding celebration, Stan Mansion is a venue to love.

The ornate decor and the high ceilings of this superb property will inspire our wedding photo experts in Chicago for the most beautiful Chicago wedding photos. A balcony providing unobstructed views of the main auditorium gives our Chicago wedding photographers the perfect opportunity to capture your happy union. When it comes to planning and customizing your reception, Stan Mansion lets you choose between a classic buffet and a la carte menus. Both auditoriums feature a spacious dance floor and stages that your guests can use to raise a glass of champagne in your honor and dance the night away.

The unique architecture of this mansion will leave your guests enchanted and delighted as they enter each individual space, from the marble-lined foyer to the stunning ceremony hall and opulent reception area. So, let’s take you on a romantic walk through all the ceremony spaces this lavish mansion offers, so that you can pick the best that matches with your wedding dreams! 

Grand Ballroom

Once past the grand wooden doors, your guests will enter a marble-lined hallway with stairs leading up to a landing to the second floor of the mansion. The splendid Grand Ballroom with the capacity to welcome up to 300 guests to witness your wedding reception is eagerly waiting for you to host your grand celebration.  

The moment your guests will step into this Grand Ballroom they will be awed by the impressive space which boasts 25 foot soaring ceilings along with a marvelous stage area known as the Royal Stage that serves as the center of attraction at the back of the space. The stage area creates an outstanding backdrop for your wedding ceremony and also for your Chicago wedding photography. 

The stage area offers ample space that can be used for a variety of purposes. You can use that space for your aisle walk to the stage, where you can build a fabric installation adorned with crystals, uplighting, and some seasonal flowers. To the sides of the stage, the room features two elevated areas where you can often create stylish lounge settings for your family and loved ones.

The gorgeous dance floor of inlaid wood is the cornerstone of space. Let your hair loose and dance the night away with your soulmate, while our Chicago wedding photographers capture these priceless moments for you to cherish later! 

During the warmer months, use the lavish front garden to create a romantic and royal entrance, full of vibrant flowers that will help to accent your color palette. This stunning entrance will be ideal to capture your dramatic entry after you both are officially wedded! In addition, let your guests enjoy it for a quick moment of bliss throughout the night.

Bar Lounge

Adjacent to the Grand Ballroom, you will find a space that features a separate room with an embellished and original wooden carved bar ideal for your cocktail hours. The Bar Lounge is a newly remodeled space that displays a masculine yet romantic area that will offer your guests an unwinding library feel while relishing your served drinks. Ideal for a small and intimate cocktail hour with a capacity of 50 people, this remarkable space is gracefully decked out with a custom built-in bar, a lovely fireplace along with two private bathrooms. Its embellished fireplace is reminiscent of the luxurious decor at the palace at Versailles, which gives our Chicago wedding photographer room to capture the royal elegance of space decor in the beautiful frames. 

The cherry on the cake is, Stan Mansion is proud to be a BYOB venue- that allows you to choose exactly what you want to serve to your guests. So, allow your guests to rejoice the libations and adore the built-in, vintage accurate bars while the skilled staff of this lavish estate completely transforms the ceremony area into the reception area of your dreams! 

Lower Level Ballroom

Stan Mansion also utilizes the space that is just underneath the main level or the Grand Ballroom for larger wedding receptions for around 400 guests. The Lower Level Ballroom lends an ideal backdrop for your Stan Mansion wedding photography. 

The added advantage of booking Stan Mansion for your wedding celebration is that it comes with an on-site bridal suite. Their bridal suite is a true epitome of luxury! Your and your bridesmaids’ day at Stan Mansion will become an easy breeze when you will get ready in their elegant bridal suite. Immersed in romantic tones with an open floor plan kitchen, fully-furnished 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, full-length mirror, crystal chandeliers, and plush chairs, the bridal room has plenty of space for your bridal party and family members. You can also spend some quality time for last-minute touch-ups in this gorgeous room excellently designed to get some beautiful getting-ready shots!  Pose with your bridesmaids and family in this quaint space to get some Instagram-worthy pictures for your feeds! 

Stan Mansion believes that you and your bridal party need to feel at home in one of Chicago’s most historic buildings! 

At Stan Mansion, nothing is more important than meeting and exceeding the bride’s wedding desires. Their passionate team of wedding planners, designers, chefs, wait staff, and maître d’s remain steadfast in their dedication towards giving a one-of-a-kind experience to all their couples and their guests. They are happy and proud to help their couples to realize their dreams and seeing that final smile on their faces as they walk out of Stan Mansion at the end of the last dance is like a piece of soothing music to their ears.

Let Stan Mansion serve as the perfect space, backdrop, and setting for the most exciting day of your life. When it comes to your wedding day, having a trusted team of wedding designers and planners by your side at every step of the way is critical. And when you have a top-of-the-line team helping you bring your magical wedding to life in one of Chicago’s most intriguing and inspiring historical venues, you can rest assured knowing that your special day will be nothing short of your wildest dreams.

At Stan Mansion, wedding photographs are a breeze when you consider the historical architecture, the variety of spaces, and, in the warm months, the gorgeous front garden. Let this dreamy ambiance inspire new ideas for your celebration, and count on our Chicago wedding photographers to create a romantic vibe around the stylish details that will individualize your venue.

At Stan Mansion, Logan Square, there are endless things that you and your guests can do and explore in the neighborhoods once your wedding day is over leaving its lasting impression on the minds of people. 

On the northwest side of Chicago, with Diversey Parkway to the north and Bloomingdale Avenue to the south, sits one of the most dynamic neighborhoods in the city: Logan Square. The community center, the actual square of Logan Square, is at the popular three-way intersection of Milwaukee Avenue, Logan Boulevard, and Kedzie Boulevard. Here, you will come across bungalow homes, grungy bars, hipster shops, park-like historic boulevards, gourmet coffee, historic churches, and cheap eat corners. Not only this, but the awesome neighborhoods also boast a plethora of photographic locations, where you along with your sweetheart and our Chicago wedding photographer can visit and pose for some post-wedding photos. 

Marvel at the Logan Square

Visit the stunning Logan Square and take a trip back in time- 1915 to be exact and watch a show at this 906-seat movie house. The vintage decor highlights the old-world charm this place has to offer. The unique stained-glass arch over the theater’s entrance, as well as much of the theater's spaces, has been lovingly restored. Don’t forget to steal a romantic kiss underneath the iconic Logan Square symbol. Our Chicago wedding photographers would love to click mesmerizing shots of you both, which will look like a movie poster of your love story!

Shop til you drop

This interesting neighborhood has something for everyone. From thrift stores to record shops to boutique clothing stores, this space welcomes all the shopping sprees to shop for endless options. If you are looking for Chicago-made finds, then visit Wolfbait & B-girls, or looking some vintage times to gift your family members, then the Three Stars Resale Shop is the best place. Buy some fresh and lovely flowers for your darling from Fleur to make his or her day bloom with happiness. And finally, visit Toy de Jour to explore some fun finds for the young and young at heart people.  

Wear your Stretchy Pants and Eat till you are full

If you and your partner are a big foodie then congratulations, Logan Square offers many fabulous places to fill your belly! From popular cafes offering locally sourced breakfast, brunch, and dinner farm-to-table menus to endless flavors of pie to south-Asian comfort food, to yummy variety of hot chocolate, this place has everything you need to light up your taste buds! Don’t forget to treat our Chicago wedding photographers after your easy-peasy wedding day! 

Listen to the Music Play

If your soulmate has a deep interest in music, then we advise you to take him to the Concord Music Hall to experience a wide variety of live music genres. Visit here and cherish all kinds of music including metal, dubstep, punk, electronica, indie rock, funk, jazz, and hip-hop! So, wear your comfy shoes to share some fun moves with your partner on the live music while our photographer captures the moment in the frame. 

Walk The 606

The 606 is a beautiful park built on the top of the old abandoned Bloomingdale railway line. Visit this park with your partner and experience New York City’s Highline as this elegant park mimics it perfectly. Adorned with blooming flowers, plants, and art installation, this park features several spots where you can pose for your post-wedding photos with our Chicago wedding photographers. The views of the neighborhoods you pass through on the way to The 606 are quite lovely, so make sure you are framing it in your phone cameras! Couples who are seeking some quaint location to get their engagement photo shoot done can definitely consider this location!