The Liriodendron Wedding Venue | Bel Air, MD
Historic Mansion Weddings in Harford County
The Liriodendron Mansion
502 W Gordon St, Bel Air, MD 21014
The Liriodendron in Bel Air, Maryland
The Liriodendron is a historic mansion wedding venue located at 502 W. Gordon Street in Bel Air, Maryland. Built in 1898 as the summer home of Dr. Howard A. Kelly (founding physician of Johns Hopkins Hospital), the estate blends architectural elegance with manicured gardens and wooded surroundings.
Today, the mansion serves as both a cultural arts center and a sought-after wedding venue in Harford County.
Guest Capacity
The Liriodendron accommodates:
120 guests seated for dining
Up to 150 guests for cocktail-style events
This makes it ideal for intimate-to-mid-size weddings rather than large ballroom-scale receptions.
2026–2027 Wedding Pricing
May–December
(3 PM–10 PM)
Saturday: $4,800Friday or Sunday: $3,800
Weekday: $2,500
Includes:
• 2 hrs prep
• 4 hrs event
• 1 hr cleanup
January–April
(Flexible Start)
Saturday: $3,000Fri/Sun: $2,500
Weekday: $2,000
Includes:
• 2 hrs prep
• 4 hrs event
• 1 hr cleanup
Brunch Wedding
(8 AM–2 PM)
Saturday: $3,000Weekday/Sun: $2,500
Includes:
• 2 hrs prep
• 3 hrs event
• 1 hr cleanup
Ceremony Only
(Mon–Thurs)
$250 per hour9 AM–2 PM
Up to 3 hrs
30 guests max
No food/beverage
Available 90 days out
Full Day Upgrade
Additional $1,600• 5 extra prep hours (Salon Suite)
• Or 5 additional mansion hours
Not available for brunch or ceremony-only
End Times
Events until midnightCleanup until 1:00 AM
Insurance must cover both calendar days if past midnight.
Prices subject to change. Must use approved caterer.
What’s Included
Historic mansion access
Dining tables and chairs for 120
White outdoor ceremony chairs
Ceremony arbor
Bridal suite
Groom’s room
Indoor and outdoor ceremony options
Mansion staff member onsite
Parking lot shuttle for events over 30 guests
Free on-site parking
Catering & Alcohol Policy
The Liriodendron does not provide catering.
Couples must select from an approved list of full-service licensed caterers. All alcohol must be served by the approved caterer’s trained bartenders (TIPS certified). Self-serve alcohol is not permitted. Info from Venues site
Outside music must stop at 10:00 PM.
Insurance Requirement
A $1,000,000 liability policy with host liquor liability is required for all events, regardless of alcohol service. The venue must be listed as additionally insured.
Ceremony Backup Plan
If weather requires moving indoors:
Chairs are set aisle-style inside
Officiant conducts ceremony indoors
During cocktail hour, the caterer resets chairs for the reception
Accessibility & Parking
ADA accessible entrance
Elevator access to upper floors
Upper lot + large lower lot
Shuttle service for guests from lower parking area
Planning Insight
Because the Liriodendron is best suited for 100–120 guests, space planning matters.
The mansion layout works best when:
Ceremony flow is clearly defined
Cocktail hour uses the porch and garden intentionally
Dance floor placement is strategic inside the Music Room
Guest movement between indoor/outdoor areas is structured
Intimate venues benefit from tight timelines and intentional transitions.
Why Couples Choose The Liriodendron
Couples are drawn to The Liriodendron for:
Historic 1898 mansion architecture
Bel Air location
Garden ceremony options
Affordable weekday pricing
Shuttle-supported parking
Intimate capacity cap
It’s a strong fit for couples wanting historic charm without ballroom scale.
Planning a Wedding at The Liriodendron?
If you’re planning a wedding at The Liriodendron and want your ceremony and reception to feel organized and energetic inside a historic mansion layout, structured timeline design and professional sound coordination make a noticeable difference.
