We've seen it all, from the best to the, well, mediocre. (We can't really say we've seen totally awful but maybe we're just too nice.) Because we've seen so much over the years, we're here to help you with vendor spotlights. Featured on a separate page on our website, we highlight venues that we see as the top of the top so that you can make your most informed decisions. (Because sometimes testimonials from family and friends come with an agenda but we don't.) Without further ado: the Ambassador Banquet & Conference Center.
Really, who could ask for a better location when it comes to ease of use for guests coming out of town? This beautiful space is located right off of I-90, so no complicated directions, no one getting lost. This also means your guests won't lack for things to do or places to eat before and after the wedding festivities. And to top it all off, it's still close to the natural beauty of Presque Isle, which is easy to get to in mere minutes.
The Ambassador Center also has a total of 214 attached rooms and suites. Again, making things uber easy for your out of town guests or those local guests who would like to turn your wedding into a mini vacation for themselves. (Highly recommend!)
Let's take a closer look at what the Ambassador Center has to offer:
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Crystal Ballroom
Twelve Austrian crystal chandeliers are the centerpiece of this elegant space. The Crystal Ballroom is luxurious and fit for an unforgettable event. This space accommodates up to 550 guests.
Hemingway Ballroom
Mahogany wood, hand-painted murals and a unique bar in the pre-function area make this ballroom one-of-a-kind. This space accommodates up to 350 guests.
Garden Atrium
Bring the outdoors in with this garden-like setting that accommodates up to 300 guests. Just off the Garden Atrium is the Garden Terrace, a beautiful outdoor space with movable trees, a koi pond, and a gazebo making this a perfect setting for outdoor events which accommodates up to 600 guests.
On-Site Wedding Planning Specialists
With highly experienced wedding planners at your service, guiding you every step of the way, your dream wedding is guaranteed. With their years of experience planning large events, there's not a detail that will be missed. They also make sure the planning is fun because that's what it should be, right? And on the day of, you know you won't have to think about a thing.
Award-Winning, On-Site Catering
Vendor Relationships
Having worked with vendors from all over the area, the planners at the Ambassador Center have an extensive list to help you pick your DJs, florists, and any other add-ons that you can dream of.
Their wedding packages include the choice of plated, family style, or buffet. Whatever you want, they've got you covered.
Whichever package you choose, it includes:
- 5-Hour Reception
- Complementary Room for Couple
- Discounted Hotel Room Rates for guests
- Cocktail Hour: 4-hour premium open bar
- Champagne head table toast
- Complimentary Cake Cutting Service
- White Glove Service
- White/Ivory Linens & Mirrors on tables
- Color Linens/napkins
- White drapes with uplighting for head table
- Complimentary Parking
- Discount on Rehearsal Dinners, Bridal Showers, Brunches
Want More Information?
Does the Ambassador Center catch your eye? Interested in more of our favorite Erie wedding venues and portrait locations? Check out our Erie Wedding Venue page to get more inspiration for your wedding planning.
Reach out to us to inquire about availability and to learn more about our personalized approach to wedding and engagement photography in Erie, PA. We can't wait to hear from you!
Three Distinct Event Spaces
Services Offered at The Ambassador
Besides those beautiful spaces, the wedding experience at the Ambassador Center prides itself on being less stressful. They have on-site services to make everything perfectly and uniquely fitted to you.
begin at $2200
We believe every moment, every story , every step that brought you here is different. More than anything, life is not photoshopped, This is why we don't do one-size-fits-all in our work or our wedding packages.
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You have a couple of options here. First, you can head over to the contact us page, fill out the form, and send it over to us. Or, send us a text message with your name, wedding date, and venue. Either way, we do our best to get back to you by the next business day.
If we're available on your date, we will then set up a time to meet, chat about your day, and create a package that fulfills your wish list. Your and your fiance's signatures on our contract plus a non-refundable deposit officially reserves your date on our calendar.
How can we book you?
You will get both! I photograph every wedding using two different cameras -- one dedicated to black and white and the other to color. The ratio of black and white to color photos you receive in your gallery may change based on your chosen wedding colors, venue, and/or preference. If you see a black and white image that you want in color, or vice versa, it is very likely that I will have it and can add it to your gallery.
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