Weddings
Nestled in the heart of Bertie County, Historic Hope’s 45-acre site offers a distinctive historic setting for weddings, receptions, and rehearsal dinners. Couples may celebrate outdoors on the grounds of Hope Mansion or the King-Bazemore House. The Roanoke-Chowan Heritage Center & Museum is available for indoor ceremonies and receptions.
Whether you are planning an intimate gathering or a large celebration, Historic Hope has a space for your event.
Weddings on the Historic Grounds
The grounds of either Hope Mansion or the King-Bazemore House may be rented for $800.
The spacious grounds can accommodate large tents, dance floors, and weddings with hundreds of guests. On-site parking, electricity, and outdoor restroom facilities are available, and horse-drawn carriages are permitted for outdoor weddings.
Grounds rentals do not include access to the interiors of Hope Mansion or the King-Bazemore House. Interior access requires separate arrangements and additional fees.
Tables, chairs, tents, and other event equipment are not included in the grounds rental fee.
Roanoke-Chowan Heritage Center & Museum
The Roanoke-Chowan Heritage Center & Museum may be rented for $950. The rental includes use of the building’s atrium, dining room, outdoor patio, commercial kitchen, dressing rooms, restrooms, and adjacent parking lot.
The atrium seats approximately 120 guests, while the dining room accommodates approximately 100 seated guests. Together with the adjoining outdoor patio, the Heritage Center can accommodate weddings of approximately 200 guests.
Tables and chairs are included with Heritage Center rentals. Wi-Fi access is available in the Heritage Center.
Couples holding their wedding at Historic Hope the following day may rent the Heritage Center for a rehearsal dinner for $350.
Setup and Decorating
Renters may access the site the day before their wedding to decorate, set up tents, and complete other event preparations.
Rentals and Event Furnishings
Historic Hope has glassware, china, silverware, tablecloths, and chair covers available for rent. Please contact us for more information about availability and rental fees for these additional furnishings.
Member Discount
Members of Historic Hope Foundation receive a 10% discount on both Heritage Center and grounds rentals.
Wedding Photography
Wedding photography may be arranged inside Hope Mansion or the King-Bazemore House for an hourly fee. A maximum of four people, including the photographer, may be inside the house at one time.
Because our historic house museums are furnished with delicate objects and antique collections, the four-person limit helps protect the interiors while allowing couples the opportunity to take photographs in these historic spaces.
Plan Your Wedding
At Historic Hope, we strive to help you create the wedding of your dreams. We would be delighted to show you our spaces and help you explore the possibilities for your special day.
To schedule a site tour, discuss available dates, or begin planning your event, please call (252) 794-3140 or email info@historichope.org.