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ST. AUGUSTINE LIGHTHOUSE & MUSEUM ST. AUGUSTINE AMPHITHEATRE Nestled among the flora and fauna of the Anastasia State Park, the St. Augustine Amphitheatre and its special event spaces, offer a unique, naturalist setting for weddings, receptions, celebrations and corporate gatherings. With an outdoor Amphitheatre that seats over 4,000 people, a private 1,500-square foot covered Pavilion, a 1,033-square foot all-wood VIP Deck, catering areas and dining hall, the Amphitheatre can accommodate parties as small as 50 people or as large as 4,000. Timeless and romantic, The St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum is the perfect setting for a destination wedding. Exchange vows 140 feet off the ground at the top of the historic tower or under a canopy of majestic live oaks on the front lawn of the keepers’ house. The ceremony packages include access to the Lighthouse grounds for wedding photography, a 20% discount on a commemorative brick paver and a 1-year family membership to the museum. Capacity: 4,000 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine, FL 32080 904.209.3751 www.staugamphitheatre.com Capacity: Up to 100 81 Lighthouse Ave., St. Augustine, FL 32080 904.829.0745 www.staugustinelighthouse.com ST. AUGUSTINE PIRATE & TREASURE MUSEUM ST. AUGUSTINE AQUARIUM Tiny seahorses, curious stingrays, colorful exotic fish and silently gliding sharks will capture the attention and amazement of children and adults. The Aquarium’s 80,000-gallon tank with hundreds of spectacular Florida Reef Fish and the interactive Stingray Lagoon will amaze and impress every guest! Hold a special event at St. Augustine’s most exciting museum! The St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum, located in the heart of St. Augustine’s Historic District, boasts a 1,300-square foot outdoor courtyard and a 500-square foot upper deck overlooking the scenic Matanzas River and the majestic Castillo de San Marcos. The 5,000-square foot exhibit features more than 800 swashbuckling artifacts that are sure to fascinate guests. Event packages may include museum access, catering, cocktails, a real pirate guide and more. Special celebrations become adventures at the St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum! Capacity: Up to 50 2045 State Road 16, St. Augustine, FL 32084 904.814.9562 www.saaquarium.com ST. AUGUSTINE ART ASSOCIATION Capacity: Up to 75 12 S. Castillo Dr., St. Augustine, FL 32084 877.467.5863 / 904.819.1444 www.thepiratemuseum.com Celebrate that special day in the glow of romance and fine art! This unique atmosphere combines Old World charm with cutting edge sophistication. The expansive Main Gallery, with grand piano, accommodates large and small groups for parties, formal sit-down dinners and casual buffets. Two intimate gallery wings connect to the outdoor courtyard and tropical sculpture gardens. In this distinctive setting, guests mix and mingle surrounded by contemporary art and historic exhibits. Available for wedding ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, memorial gatherings, business meetings and conferences, tables, chairs and AV system are also included. ST. AUGUSTINE SCENIC CRUISE Since the 1900’s, St. Augustine Scenic Cruises has been giving visitors to St. Augustine a unique view of the city from the water. The Scenic Cruise is available for receptions and celebrations. Capacity: 100 111 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, FL 32084 904.824.1806 www.scenic-cruise.com Capacity: Up to 175 22 Marine St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904.824.2310 www.staaa.org ST. AUGUSTINE SHRINE CLUB The Shrine Club is a great venue for weddings, receptions and meetings of all types. A variety of meeting and event space is available, which includes a spacious main hall, meeting rooms, full bar area, porch and a rear deck with beautiful views to suit any event setting. ST. AUGUSTINE DISTILLERY CO. The St. Augustine Distillery is an historic landmark that was built in the early part of the 20th century and was the first commercial ice plant in Florida. The Distillery visionaries have brought the building back to its full, majestic glory. Now possessing the same beauty and charm as when it was built, it’s the perfect place for a celebration, including community events, private parties or corporate events. In addition to the event spaces, tours of our distillery can be included. The folks at the Distillery strive to make every celebration truly unique and special. Capacity: Up to 300 250 Brainard Dr., St. Augustine, FL 32085 904.794.1555 www.staugustineshrineclub.com ST. AUGUSTINE YACHT CLUB On the shore of the Salt Run, the Yacht Club is only minutes away from the convenience and beauty of historic downtown St. Augustine. The waterfront setting in Lighthouse Park offers the perfect ambiance to host special events such as wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, holiday parties, hospitality cocktail receptions, corporate meetings and dinners, bridal and baby showers and anniversary and birthday celebrations. Capacity: Up to 25 112 Riberia St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904.825.4962 www.staugustinedistillery.com Capacity: 150-170 442 Ocean Vista Ave., St. Augustine, FL 32080 904.824.9725 www.staugustineyachtclub.com 13