Venue Spotlight: St. Francis Hall

St. Francis Hall is a hidden gem in northeast Washington, DC. Nestled in the quaint, residential Brookland neighborhood and adjacent to the Franciscan Monastery, it is ideal for a city couple who wants to avoid the hustle of downtown. (Parking! There’s parking!) The venue has so much charm, with soaring ceilings, open wood beams and archway that lend a distinctive, old world feel. To top it all off, there is a private outdoor lawn, which is perfect for romantic ceremonies or cocktail hour. Truly what more could you ask for!

Location: Brookland in northeast Washington, DC

Capacity: Up to 225 guests

Pro Tips

We love to see a mix of tall and low designs at St Francis Hall to match the soaring ceilings or some kind of elevated element. The old world, romanesque arches and stone walls beg for stone urns and ornate candlesticks. It’s a great space for a long head table, whether along the center or a regal King’s Table by the stage. Because there are a lot of naturally darker elements, lighter hued touches really stand out. All kinds of lighting really makes this space sparkle, from uplighting to lots and lots of candles. This is a place to not be a afraid of old world, classic style.