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Wedding Location Spotlight: The Desmond Tutu Center in New York City

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A while ago I attended a press event at The Desmond Tutu Center, and the one thing we all noticed was how great this place would be for a wedding. The historic 19th century Gothic architecture and beautifully landscaped grounds provide the perfect backdrop for wedding pictures:

exterior of the desmond tutu center
exterior of the desmond tutu center

In addition to the beautiful setting, they provide catering and give you the option of having an indoor or outdoor affair. When we walked into the Refectory for lunch I was blown away by the size and deocrative details of the room. The stained glass, the woodwork and the giant fireplace definitely transported me to a different time. It actually kind of reminded me of the Hogwarts dining hall in the Harry Potter movies. Here are a few photos of this impressive space:

the refectory

tables set up for an event

The center also has 60 beautifully restored historic guests rooms available that feature South African decor and updated features and amenities. For more information and photos, visit ahl-tutucenter.com.

Posted by Lori Francisco, bridalguide.com Managing Editor, at 2:21 p.m.