If you’re dreaming of a romantic garden celebration, the Mansion at Woodward Park wedding venue offers one of the most timeless wedding experiences in Tulsa. The historic architecture, blooming gardens, and soft, natural light create the perfect setting for elegant, emotional, and unforgettable wedding photos.
The Mansion is part of the Tulsa Garden Center and sits right in the heart of midtown. It’s known for its vintage charm, stone staircases, beautiful interior rooms, and lush outdoor spaces — all of which photograph beautifully throughout the day.
About the Mansion at Woodward Park
The Mansion at Woodward Park blends historic architecture with lush botanical gardens, making it one of Tulsa’s most romantic wedding venues. Couples love the mansion’s natural beauty, indoor–outdoor flexibility, and the way every corner feels like a film set.
Why couples choose this venue:
- Stunning garden ceremony locations
- Iconic stone steps and archways for portraits
- Timeless interior spaces for receptions
- Endless floral and greenery-filled backdrops
- Ideal lighting from morning through sunset even on a couldy day like below!
Learn more about the venue on the Tulsa Garden Center website: https://www.tulsagardencenter.org
Best Photo Locations at The Mansion
Here are some of the most photogenic spots for portraits and wedding photos:
- The Mansion Steps — perfect for first looks and romantic couple portraits.
- The Formal Gardens — blooming paths, floral arches, and vibrant greenery.
- Stone Archways — vintage, intimate backdrops.
- The Checkered Room — iconic for receptions and details.
- Garden Paths & Lawn Areas — especially gorgeous during golden hour.
Each space tells its own story and brings a different mood into your gallery.
Chantel & Jason’s Mansion at Woodward Park Wedding
August 31, 2025 — Elegant • Timeless • Vintage • Cultural • Romantic
Chantel and Jason’s wedding day at The Mansion at Woodward Park was overflowing with heart, culture, family, and emotion. I also captured their engagement session — featuring their adorable pup — and their beautiful tea ceremony the day before the wedding. Their entire wedding weekend was full of meaningful traditions and unforgettable moments.
Their color palette of light blues, whites, and greenery paired perfectly with the mansion’s vintage aesthetic. Emotional highlights included a joyful door game, their heartfelt tea ceremony, a stunning reception reveal, and the most vibrant money dance that had every guest smiling and cheering.
Some of my favorite moments:
- Their emotional reception reveal — the joy on their faces was everything.
- The cultural tea ceremony and family traditions.
- Their dreamy golden hour portraits on the mansion grounds.
- The lively money dance, full of movement and laughter.
- The stream-filled grand exit with wands and celebration.
From start to finish, their wedding felt cinematic — a romantic summer day filled with love, heritage, and the sweetest energy.
Elopements at The Mansion at Woodward Park
If you’re planning a romantic Tulsa elopement, the Mansion at Woodward Park is one of the dreamiest places to exchange vows. With its manicured gardens, stone architecture, and quiet, tucked-away pathways, it’s the perfect setting for couples who want a short, intimate ceremony surrounded by nature.
The gardens offer multiple ceremony spots—from floral-lined walkways to sunlit corners under towering trees—each creating a peaceful, storybook-like atmosphere. Whether it’s just the two of you or a small group of family and friends, the mansion grounds provide a timeless backdrop that feels both private and beautifully cinematic.
Why couples love eloping at Woodward Park:
- Stunning garden locations for 5–20 minute ceremonies
- Perfect for weekday elopements or micro weddings
- Endless portrait locations within walking distance
- Works beautifully for morning light or dreamy golden hour
- A peaceful, intimate environment that still feels elevated
As an Oklahoma elopement photographer, I love capturing the quiet, heartfelt moments elopements naturally create—the vows whispered between just the two of you, the laughter you share as you explore the gardens, and the simple joy of choosing a wedding day that feels true to your story.
If you’re dreaming of an intimate garden ceremony, The Mansion at Woodward Park is truly one of Tulsa’s most magical elopement locations.
Wedding Day Highlights & Timeline Overview
Here’s a simplified breakdown of how the day flowed:
- 11:00 AM — Venue rental begins
- Photographer Rental: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Madelyn Price Photos)
- 1:30 PM — Bride arrives for getting ready
- 4:00 PM — Ceremony on the mansion lawn
- 4:30 PM — Family photos + cocktail hour
- 5:15 PM — Grand entrance & reception begins
- 7:00 PM — Toasts
- 7:25 PM — Cake cutting
- 7:45 PM — First dance + formal dances
- 8:00 PM — Open dance floor
- 9:05 PM — Money dance
- 10:00 PM — Grand exit
These types of timelines work beautifully with the mansion’s layout and lighting.
Vendors Who Made the Day Beautiful
- Venue: The Mansion at Woodward Park (Tulsa Garden Center)
- Photography: Madelyn Price Photos
- Content Creator: foreverafterinstantly
- Photobooth: Madelyn Price Photos
- Coordinator: Infinity Rose Events Co
- Florals: Toni & Infinity Rose (faux florals + custom installation)
- Hair: Pretty & Posh
- Makeup: shainazeffmakeup
- Food & Bartending: PartyServe Catering
- Rentals: Party Perfect Event Rentals
- DJ: DJ Connection
- Cake: Tres Leches (delivered by friends)
- Rehearsal Dinner: Wild Fork
- Tea Ceremony Location: Truong Family Home
- Exit Transportation: Mercedes Benz GLB Class
Tips for Planning a Mansion at Woodward Park Wedding
1. Plan for golden hour portraits.
The grounds glow beautifully right before sunset.
2. Choose florals that complement the venue.
Soft blues, whites, and greenery always photograph perfectly here.
3. Include a reception reveal.
The checkered room creates an emotional and unforgettable moment.
4. Think about guest flow.
The mansion’s layout works well for cocktail hour transitions.
5. Add cultural or personal traditions.
The venue’s intimate spaces handle heartfelt moments beautifully.
FAQ: Planning a Wedding at The Mansion at Woodward Park
How many guests can the Mansion at Woodward Park hold?
It works well for intimate to medium-sized weddings. Check with the venue for exact room capacities.
Is the mansion good for photography?
Yes — it’s one of the most naturally photogenic venues in Tulsa. The gardens and architecture create dreamy backdrops all day long.
What time is best for portraits?
Golden hour is incredible, but morning light is equally soft for first look or bridal portraits.
Can you use both indoor and outdoor spaces?
Absolutely — most couples choose an outdoor ceremony with an indoor reception.
Ready to Plan Your Mansion at Woodward Park Wedding?
Dreaming of a garden, Oklahoma, or destination wedding? Let’s make it unforgettable! I specialize in capturing romantic, timeless images that tell your story and preserve the emotion of your day.
💌 Inquire here to book your Mansion at Woodward Park wedding photography
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