A graceful and elegant space for exchanging wedding vows or celebrating other sacred occasions, the Old Pate Chapel, originally built in 1964, is a fully renovated venue.
- Guest Capacity: 200
- Accommodations include a new sound and light system as well as dressing rooms for the bride, bridesmaids, groom, and groomsmen.
Old Pate Chapel Policies
Completed forms must be turned in, approvals must be received, and all fees must be paid prior to the day of the event
Rental of Old Pate Chapel includes access to the facilities two hours the day before the ceremony for a rehearsal and four hours on the day of the wedding
The Liberty University Events Office will assist you with the scheduling details for your wedding. You may contact the University Events Office at (434) 592-3511 or events@liberty.edu. A facility coordinator will be on-site the day of your event in order to unlock and lock the facility, protect the interests of the university, and ensure that all policies and regulations are followed. Liberty University does not provide wedding coordinators but can make recommendations regarding coordinators in the area
The applicant is responsible for providing and removing all decorations, wedding materials, and personal items. Items must be removed immediately following the event. All trash must be placed in trashcans
The applicant is responsible for any damage done to the facility, including any damage done to decorative items, furniture, or fixtures
All candles must be dripless, unless contained in a glass container. Pew candles (with pew clips) or window candles may be used only if enclosed in a protective globe. All candles must be extinguished immediately following the ceremony or after pictures. Please note: the applicant is responsible for the removal of waxy residue, as well as any damage caused by the use of candles
Nails, staples, tacks, or tape may not be used on any surfaces. You may use ribbon, rubber bands, and/or Command™ strips. If you have questions about the use of a product please contact the University Events Office
Live flowers are not permitted to be dropped by the flower girl due to potential damage to the carpet
A protective covering must be placed under all candles, plants, and flowers
Live flowers and dried flowers may be thrown outside of the facility; bubbles may also be used. The use of rice, birdseed, or sparklers is prohibited
Alcohol is prohibited on all Liberty University premises
Liberty University reserves the right to make its facilities available only for weddings and other ceremonies that are not inconsistent with the religious mission, doctrinal statement, and policies of the university
Old Pate Chapel is not available on Sundays
Sound Systems:
- Rental of Old Pate Chapel includes the use of the facility’s sound system as well as sound support provided by a Liberty technician. All requests for sound support must be noted on the request form.
- Outside sound equipment is not permitted
All wedding parties must provide a certificate of insurance. Additional information regarding insurance requirements will be provided by the University Events Office.
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