There is always the perfect season at Monmouth to have a wedding. With the mild Southern climate Monmouth offers any season to have the perfect wedding. The Pergola which is the favored place for your wedding ceremony is covered in the lush green from Wisteria vines most months of the year.
Monmouth is the story book setting brides and grooms dream of. Whether it is an intimate wedding for two in the gazebo followed by a five course candle light dinner in the Mansion dining room at a private table for two or a Garden Ceremony with one hundred fiends dining and dancing under the stars, Monmouth is made for weddings.

Built in 1818, Monmouth Plantation is surrounded by 26 acres with a rose garden, Pergola, ponds and walking trails. Monmouth is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Historic Hotels of America and is on the Conde Nast 2001 Gold list. Monmouth has 31 beautifully appointed rooms and suites. This award winning property is a National Historic Landmark and has been rated one of the ten most romantic places in America by Glamour Magazine and USA Today.

Wedding & Reception Planning Guide
Monmouth Plantation has been the setting for many beautiful and elegant Weddings & Receptions. Monmouth Plantation was listed as one of the top ten most Romantic places in America by Glamour Magazine and USA Today. With the breath taking gardens and surroundings we have become a favorite of brides and photographers. Here are some guidelines that will assist you in planning your perfect Wedding & Reception here at Monmouth.

Table Linens ~ Monmouth offers white linens for your event.

Floral Arrangements ~ Monmouth has a resident florist. We have floral arrangements for the food tables or any other areas you wish, in the range of $50, $75 and $100.

* Because of the Garden setting, outside flowers are unnecessary unless you wish to add to the natural setting.

Guest Guarantees & Minimums ~ We have a $1000 food purchase minimum for receptions at Monmouth. We will need your pre-selected menus prior to the signing of the contract. We require that you guarantee the number of guests attending your function at least 7 working days prior to your event. The number you guarantee is the number of guests you will be charged for (food, tax & gratuity) even if fewer guests attend.

Taxes & Gratuities ~ Mississippi Sales tax is 8.5% and gratuity for events at Monmouth is 17%.

Reservations & Deposits ~ To reserve your date, a non-refundable deposit of $500 must be paid upon the signing of the contract. 30 days prior to the event you will need to provide a credit card number & expiration date for our record.

Services not provided by Monmouth ~ Monmouth does not provide Photographers, Ministers, Musicians or Wedding Cakes. Although these are services Monmouth does not provide, we do have a list of recommendations upon request.

Rental & Reception Fees ~ a tent is required if there are more than 60 guests.

Garden ~ no fee if the reception is at Monmouth
$350 for Garden Wedding with no Reception
Reception Room ~ $350 Tent Rental ~350
White Chairs for Garden ~ $4 per chair

Other Important Notes ~ Wedding Receptions must end by 9:30 p.m. When the Wedding Couple departs potpourri or rose petals may be thrown. Birdseed or Rice are not allowed. Food & Beverage services will cease upon the Wedding couples departure. Wedding party & guests are not allowed in the Main house or on the Main house patio. This area is reserved for our Dinner Guests.

Smoking Policy ~ Monmouth Plantation buildings are all designated non-smoking facilities. However, ashtrays are provided for our guests on the patio and terrace areas.