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The Sanctuary laid out for a wedding reception — round tables under strings of café lights, facing the great stained-glass window

Northern Kentucky Wedding Venue Set the Scene. Steal the Show.

Classic charm, modern elegance — a historic wedding venue in Newport, minutes from downtown Cincinnati.

Now booking 2025–2026

A historic wedding venue in Northern Kentucky

Mansion Hill Sanctuary is a 19th-century church in Newport, Kentucky, converted into a wedding venue with its original stained glass, vaulted ceilings and hardwood floors intact. It sits in the Mansion Hill historic district, a few blocks from Newport on the Levee and one bridge from downtown Cincinnati — an easy trip for guests from anywhere in Northern Kentucky or Greater Cincinnati.

Hold the ceremony in the Sanctuary and the reception in the same building, with a stage and dancefloor, a full-service bar, two kitchens for your caterer, and a bridal suite to get ready in. You choose the caterer; we run the bar.

Sanctuary & Annex

Our Sanctuary is a grand room with tremendous vaulted ceilings, original stained-glass windows, antique chandeliers, and a raised stage. The adjoining Annex adds a room for bar and food, a full kitchen, and a spacious bridal suite.

Full Bar & Kitchen

In the Annex you'll have access to a full bar with a plethora of drink packages and experienced bartenders, plus a complete kitchen ready for your caterer.

Parking & Location

We're a ten-minute walk from the Ohio River and Newport on the Levee, and nine minutes from two parking lots with ample space for every event we've ever held.

Read our Reviews!

★★★★★
“Our daughter's wedding was held there last Friday. Absolutely beautiful place for the wedding. Annette was so wonderful to work with. Definitely consider this venue.”
Wayne Speigel
Patron
★★★★★
“The venue was amazing!!! My event turned out even more amazing than I could have imagined. The staff were so professional, welcoming, and nice. The decor of my party was over the top! My friends and family still talk about it. The Sanctuary made my event feel so special.”
Micah Barnes
Patron
★★★★★
“The Sanctuary Event Center is a lovely venue. Owners are very accomodating and gracious. Accoustics are perfect. Pricing is affordable. An excellent option for groups looking for a site for dinner or a reception.”
Dan Kemble
Designer

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