Union Trust

Location: 717 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Guest Capacity: 120 Minimum – 180 Maximum Wedding / Seated Dinner
Website:  https://finleycatering.com/venues/union-trust/

The Venue

Union Trust’s prime location is within walking distance of iconic landmarks and attractions in Philadelphia. It features private rooms (including a bridal suite) and a breathtaking wraparound mezzanine overlooking the main event space. The venue features towering 65-foot ceilings adorned with intricate chandeliers, ornate marble columns, and stunning architectural details throughout. Union Trust’s mezzanine, grand columns, and dramatic lighting create endless photo opportunities with a timeless, glamorous feel.

This center city wedding venue accommodates up to 180 guests and works equally well for weddings and receptions. You can even add on an afterparty to make your special day last even longer! 

What We Love About Union Trust

1. The Location: If you’re planning on having your wedding in Philadelphia, you can’t ask for a better location. Union Trust is located in the Historic District of Philadelphia, is easily accessible, and a few blocks from the Liberty Bell.
2. The Architecture: Union Trust has an ornate art deco architecture style that will bring a level of elegance to your wedding that you can’t find anywhere else.
3. The Photo Opportunities: From the venue’s mezzanine to its private rooms, Union Trust provides ample space to get the most unforgettable wedding photos.
4. The History: Having your wedding at Union Trust gives you a chance to be a part of Philadelphia history. This venue is located in the most historic part of the city, and has a storied past of its own. The building was constructed in 1888 and originally served as the Union Trust Company Bank.

The Service at Union Trust Wedding Venue

Union Trust has the capacity for up to 180 guests, and the menu options are just as stunning as the location. Finley Catering is known for creating decadent meals that your guests will talk about for years. You can create a fully customized menu featuring over forty passed hors d’oeuvres, six cocktail stations with hundreds of possible combinations, and nearly fifty gourmet main course options. The menu also accommodates gluten-free, kosher, lactose-free, no pork, nut-free, organic, vegan, and vegetarian dietary restrictions.

Your guests will be thrilled by Union Trust’s in-house bar services, which include house wine, premium liquor, and a robust selection of specialty beer and wine. Additional options include a champagne toast and the opportunity to create your own signature drink! 

Seamless Wedding Planning with Finley Catering

One of our favorite aspects of the Union Trust Philadelphia is that nearly everything you need for a lavish wedding can be handled in-house. That means you won’t get stuck trying to coordinate catering and venue or making arrangements for linens, draping, lights, or seating. In-house valet parking is also available as an add-on service. Less work for you means you’ll have more time to focus on the fun parts of your wedding.

Your Wedding Day at Union Trust Venue

The Union Trust is the perfect venue for you if you envision a stunning location with historic architecture and just the right amount of modern elegance! 

Our team here at New Pace Wedding Films and Photo is very familiar with Union Trust, and we are ready to capture your big day. Your Union Trust wedding photos and films will tell your story in a heartfelt, timeless way—leaving you with keepsakes you’ll treasure for a lifetime. Tell us all about your wedding, and let’s get started planning the perfect photo and video coverage.