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Weddings
at Little Church of the West, Las Vegas
Location:
on the Strip south of most hotels
What’s Unique About This Chapel:
This wooden chapel is a gem and one we can personally recommend
having done our vow renewal here. Located at the far end of the
Strip, just south of the airport turnoff, this chapel’s location
adds to its uniqueness since most of its competitors lie in the
downtown area. The shady grounds also give the chapel a sense
of privacy plus several venues for wedding photos and quiet moments
before or after your ceremony.
The chapel also has a unique history. Originally it was constructed
as part of the Last Frontier Hotel; since 1942 it has served as
a favorite for celebrity brides and grooms. Roy Rogers served
as usher at one of the chapel’s first weddings and, since
that day, well-known names have walked down this aisle and departed
as husband and wife. Famous names who wed here include Angelina
Jolie and Billy Bob Thornton, Betty Grable (who had the first
celebrity wedding here), Zsa Zsa Gabor, Mickey Rooney, and Dudley
Moore. You might even recognize the church from the big screen:
Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret “wed” here in Viva
Las Vegas, departing to the sound of ringing church bells.
Traditional Wedding Packages: The
Little Church of the West offers several packages, starting with
the “Beginning Package” (which is what Angelina and
Billy Bob opted for), including the chapel fee, rose and carnation
bouquet, groom’s boutonniere, seven-photo package, music,
and a marriage license holder.
Keeping an eye on the budget? You can also opt to just pay the
chapel fee then add on other features as you like such as photos,
recorded music, etc.
Although your photos will arrive as traditional print photos,
several high-tech options are available including a one-month
webcasting or a DVD of the ceremony.
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Vow
Renewals: You can choose any of the packages for a
vow renewal as well. You’ll still need to pay the minister’s
fee ($40) although you don’t need to purchase a marriage
license.
For our vow
renewal, we paid the chapel fee ($75), recorded music ($10),
and seven
photo package ($49).
The Chapel: Listed in the
National Register of Historic Places, this charming wooden building
has an Old West atmosphere without feeling too themed. The cedar
interior is lit by Victorian lamps; long wooden pews give the
chapel a traditional feel.
Our Evalation: This is one
chapel we highly recommend. From the first (completely anonymous)
call to the ceremony to the arrival of our photos, everything
was friendly, professional, and just as promised. We’d happily
choose this chapel all over again.
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