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Special Events
Frederick’s premiere special events setting -- the Visitation Academy -- is now available for your wedding in historic downtown. To arrange a tour of the Chapel and Courtyard, contact our Special Events Coordinator, Kirsten Tydings by email ktydings@thevisitationacademy.org or telephone 301-908-1366.
- Built in 1851 in Corinthian style
- Comfortably seats 110 guests, maximum of 130 guests
- Main altar crafted in marble
- Handmade sanctuary doors
- Oil painting of the “The Presentation in the Temple” above altar
- Franz Mayer stained glass windows of St. Francis de Sales and St. Jane de Chantal
- Powder-room adjacent to Chapel
- Stair lift available
- Catholic ceremonies only (other denominational weddings welcomed in courtyard)
The Courtyard
- Just under four private acres are housed by this designated historic landmark in downtown Frederick
- Landscaping includes grottos and statues, apple trees, boxwoods and garden beds with seasonal plantings
- Space may be tented or staged appropriately, please see the preferred provider list for equipment rental, catering and music recommendations
- A level black top area of 50x70 feet within courtyard is ideal for tenting reception, musicians, bar, etc.
Parking
- Up to 30 on-site spaces
- 300-space parking garage one block away (17 E. Church St.)
- Parking at entrance may be reserved from the City for arrival of wedding party
Handicap Accessibility
- Courtyard is handicap accessible from Church St entrance
- Handicap accessible powder-room available
Rehearsal
- Available for rehearsal (up to 2 hours) one day prior to ceremony
Preferred Catering Services
- Learn more about our exclusive catering services provided by Canapes
View the Special Events PDF
Visitation Academy - Frederick, Maryland - Founded 1846 Honoring our past, preparing for their future
