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Explore the Edward Anne Estate at Bavaria Downs, featuring stunning indoor and outdoor spaces for your dream wedding. Learn about amenities, location, and more.

Experience Luxury at the Edward Anne Estate in Minnesota

Read all about The Machine Shop in Minneapolis, a historical venue with a modern touch! Book Heidi as your documentary wedding photographer!

The Machine Shop in Minneapolis

A couple is lounging on a black couch, with the woman in a white wedding dress lying on the lap of the man in a dark suit. Both wear a relaxed expression. White curtains are in the background at the machine shop in minneapolis

As a wedding photographer, I’ve had the privilege of shooting in numerous beautiful venues, but few compare to the Van Dusen Mansion in Minneapolis, MN! It is one of my favorite venues and should definitely be considered as your wedding venue!

The Van Dusen Mansion: Wedding Venue in Minneapolis

When it comes to planning a wedding, one of the most important factors is your wedding venue. Additionally, your wedding venue brings your entire wedding look together so it’s important you choose a a venue that matches your wedding vision and style. So today, I’m talking all about the Top 8 Modern Wedding Venues in Minnesota. Let’s dive in and find the perfect spot for your modern wedding!

Top 10 Modern Wedding Venues in Minnesota

Beautiful white barn wedding venue in Minnesota

If you’re a future bride looking for the perfect wedding venue to have your special day at – look no further! Ahavah Cottage is a cozy, modern wedding venue located only an hour from the Twin Cities in Elysian, Minnesota! Enjoy this overview of an Ahavah Cottage Wedding by Heidi Straus Photography.

Ahavah Cottage Wedding Venue

Wedding Party in Black and White at the Ahavah Cottage Wedding Venue in Minnesota

If you’re struggling to find a beautiful, luxurious wedding venue for your special day in Minnesota- look no further! These are my absolute top 10 favorite luxurious wedding venues in Minnesota!

Stunning Wedding Venues in Minnesota 2025

Italy Destination Wedding

If you’re considering getting married at the Oak Glen Golf Club in Stillwater, look no further! This venue is absolutely beautiful! I had the honor of photographing Jordan and Isabella’s wedding there and I cannot recommend this place enough!

Oak Glen Golf Club Wedding in Stillwater

Beautiful outdoor summer wedding ceremony in Stillwater, Minnesota between two willow trees with a lake in the background

If you’re looking for the perfect venue to have a very special, intimate wedding in the twin cities- look no further! The Hewing Hotel is the perfect place! With a rooftop lounge, private dining restaurant, 124 charming hotel rooms and a hot tub overlooking the beautiful skyscrapers – there’s no better place to tie the knot in Minneapolis.

Hewing Hotel Wedding in Downtown Minneapolis

Minnesota Wedding Couple in Downtown Minneapolis at the Hewing hotel