About the Little Chapel
As you walk into the Little Chapel in-the-Woods you are entering into a tradition. Located on the edge of Texas Woman’s University, the chapel is a secluded sanctuary that has held weddings since September 1939, a few months before its dedication by Eleanor Roosevelt. The natural beauty that surrounds the Little Chapel is harmonized by the beautiful interior stain glass windows. The Little Chapel in-the-Woods’ rich symbolism carefully portrays “Woman Ministering to Human Needs” on saw-pierced and riveted brass lighting, woodwork executed in beech and hand carving woodwork on the pews.
The Chapel, 90 feet long by 24 feet wide, was designed by architect O’Neil Ford. It was built as a project of the National Youth Administration during the Depression, and dedicated by former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt. History surrounds the Little Chapel in-the-Woods, just like every item in the chapel is stamped with an artistic touch from young women artists. As the sunlight shines through the stained glass windows, a romantic blue hue is reflected on the stone walls while the exterior is surrounded by beautiful green landscapes.
All of our ceremonies include use of the following:
- 3-hour time block on the day of the ceremony
- 1-hour rehearsal any day prior to the ceremony
- 2-hour use of the chapel and gardens for portraits sitting any day prior to the ceremony
- Chapel attendant present at the rehearsal and ceremony
- Seating up to 110
- 2 separate changing rooms
- Candelabras
- LED candles along the window ledges
- Pew clips
- Unity candle stand
- Access to sound system with auxiliary cord
- Use of the piano and organ (organist must be from approved list)
Ceremony Rates
Fri-Sun Chapel Ceremony Regular Rate: $1045
Prime Saturday Afternoon Rate: $1245
Mon- Thu Chapel Ceremony: $945
Ceremony Parking:
- Complimentary on Saturdays & Sundays
- Weekday weddings receive parking for up to 25 vehicles. Inquire about the cost for additional parking spaces.
