Wedding Reception Venues in Michigan

Receptions

Classic Sophistication. Lively Atmosphere.

Just steps away from The Chapel lies the Tent, an enchanting outdoor reception space that sets the stage for unforgettable celebrations. Nestled amidst the natural beauty of our estate property, the Tent offers a lavish setting for your reception under the stars.

The Tent Venue

Design your reception after the ceremony at the Morris Tent venue, available from May through October. Our bespoke tent packages are available to create an elegant outdoor dining space with a dance floor and bar service. Our venue rental includes tables, chairs, linens, and basic place settings. Contact us today to let us help you start planning all the details such as catering, timeline and vendor recommendations.

Highlights
- Tent Size: 5,400 Sq.Ft
- Capacity: 225 Guests
- Cathedral Tent Sides
- Raised Composite Tent Flooring
- 18′ x 18′ Smoked Oak Dance Floor
- Decorative Interior Tent Lighting
- Restroom Trailer w/4 Private Stalls + 1 ADA Stall
- Cocktail Tables
- Dining Tables: 5′ Round + 6′ Rectangle
- White Folding Garden Chairs
- White or Black Linens + Napkins
- Place Settings: White China, Flatware, Crystal Water Glasses
- Bar Service Area
- Electrical Outlets for Vendors
- Backup Generator

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Gallery 1245

The Gallery offers an intimate space for you and your guests to celebrate! Perfect for rehearsal dinners, holiday parties, reunions and other private events, The Gallery creates an ideal atmosphere to share a beautiful meal with your loved ones. Our private venue presents a classic design punctuated with ritzy accents to create a jazzy atmosphere. This package features organization of your event from setup and breakdown of the space as well as assistance with the timeline and table centerpieces.

Highlights
- Gallery 1245 Size: 3,000 Sq Ft
- Capacity: 25-140 Guests
- Event Staff for Setup, Service and Cleanup
- Basic Centerpieces (no floral creation)
- Cocktail Tables + Stationary Perimeter Tables
- Dining Tables: 5′ Round + 6′ Rectangle
- Black Linens + Napkins
- Chandeliers + Dimmable Accent Lighting
- Full Service Granite Bar w/Glass Mosaic Tile
- Place Settings w/White China & Patterned Flatware
- Elegant Crystal Glassware
- 16’x16′ Cherry Wood Dance Floor
- Built-in speaker system for Background Music

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The River House

Planning a more intimate affair? Consider our Micro Wedding Package, which includes a reception for up to 50 guests in the Grand Hall at our luxury Bed & Breakfast, The River House. The stately 16,000 home was built by the daughter of E.M. Morris and has been the site of lavish events for the family and even Hollywood actors and notable politicians over the years. Gather for cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and piano music in the Drawing Room Bar & Lounge. Then experience the culinary expertise of our catering team with a formal dinner in front of the impressive fireplace in the Grand Hall.

Highlights
- Grand Hall or Riverside Terrace
- Capacity: up to 50 Guests
- Event Staff for Setup, Service and Cleanup
- Basic Centerpieces (no floral creation)
- Dining Tables: 5′ Round + 6′ Rectangle
- Linens + Napkins
- Place Settings w/ China, Flatware, and Glassware
- Speaker System for Background Music
- Ceremony Options: Chapel, Terrace, or Gazebo
- Accommodations for up to 12 guests
- Additional Lodging Available Onsite

Morris Catering

Our in-house food and beverage team, Morris Catering, will handle every detail of your reception from appetizers to signature cocktails to a plated dinner. Our commitment to service will ensure that you have a stress-free experience from the initial planning stage through the end of your wedding reception. We offer customized menu options and a variety of bar packages to fit every wedding size and style.

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Wedding Reviews

We absolutely loved the Morris Estate as our Venue! The Chapel is perfectly set up for a wedding. From the men’s and women’s dressing rooms in the basement to the size of the Chapel itself. It is perfect. Having the reception right next door is wonderful and makes things so much easier! The tent they use for the reception is so spacious that it feels like a building itself. The grounds provide absolutely gorgeous photos. We worked with our coordinator, and she was the kindest and most helpful person that we have ever worked with. Having a wedding during COVID provided its own challenges, and she worked diligently with us to ensure our day went as smoothly as it could go. We let the Morris Estate team have control of how to set up the reception area with a combination of Morris décor and our own décor, and they made it look incredible.

Joe & Annie

First and foremost- we had an absolutely beautiful wedding, and we owe so much to The Morris Estate. Everything to make an event go from ‘good’ to ‘great’ was paid attention to by their staff and taken care of without even asking. A family-run business that has hospitable staff and answers all the questions you didn’t even know you needed to ask. I think the ‘true’ review is how this company responded to COVID delays- I find that stressful situations are the best time to gauge people/companies from their response. Our coordinator helped me navigate through ‘what happens now.’ I can’t thank them enough- there isn’t anything we’d change from our Wedding! Thank you, thank you!

Alex & Katelyn

Our wedding was in May 2021, and I couldn’t imagine having my wedding anywhere else. The chapel, the River House, and the grounds are BEAUTIFUL!! The staff at the Morris Estate were AMAZING, super friendly, and very helpful!!! I worked with a coordinator while planning the wedding and during our wedding weekend. She helped every step of the way, down to the smallest details. Our family and I stayed at the Morris Estate for the weekend. The River House is stunning, and the food was amazing!!!