Oaks Pioneer Church is an historic and picturesque event and wedding venue in the Sellwood neighborhood of inner Southeast Portland. This little chapel is non-denominational and welcomes all visitors regardless of race, gender, national origin, color, ethnicity, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.
The church is a unique and charming place for couples looking for an intimate wedding venue, a vintage wedding venue, and most importantly, a memorable wedding venue. Oaks Pioneer Church is also an affordable place for other special events. Keep us in mind for vow renewals, baptisms and christenings, and memorials and remembrance services.
The church is a unique and charming place for couples looking for an intimate wedding venue, a vintage wedding venue, and most importantly, a memorable wedding venue. Oaks Pioneer Church is also an affordable place for other special events. Keep us in mind for vow renewals, baptisms and christenings, and memorials and remembrance services.
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In 1851, Lot Whitcomb donated land and a partially completed two-family house to the Episcopal Diocese to serve as St Johns Episcopal Church on the outskirts of the budding pioneer town of Milwaukie. Though Whitcomb had perhaps envisioned that the church would still be in service 145 years later, he probably did not foresee that it would be moved three times, including once by barge up the Willamette River.
Research shows that the average rental rate for a historic wedding venue can cost thousands of dollars. Because we are community owned and operated, we are able to offer Oaks Pioneer Church at seasonal rates ranging from $600 to $750 for a three hour booking. One hour rehearsals reservations are included with each booking.
Oaks Pioneer Church sits just three blocks from the bustling streets of the dual village of Sellwood-Moreland and has EVERYTHING any couple will need or want for their special day. You make efforts to "Buy Local". Why not Wed Local!? It makes for exceptional convenience and a truly unique Portland experience.
Elope in Portland Oregon at Oaks Pioneer Church and keep love sweet and simple and affordable!. This is why we offer an option especially for elopement ceremonies with parties including up to 12 total persons. This includes the brides, grooms, officiants, guests, witnesses, family, friends and photographers!
Elopements by nature aren't meant to to include all the usual extravagance and expense as more traditional wedding. This is why we offer elopement packages especially for couples looking to elope in Portland, Oregon. Oaks Pioneer Church is non-denominational and welcomes all visitors regardless of race, gender, national origin, color, ethnicity, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.
Reviews (13)
Nancy Wogan
Sep 01, 2021
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Chris Luttrell
Jul 12, 2021
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Based on experience at this location as a wedding photographer it provides a great setting for photos, but inconvenient for ceremony venue, guests, and preparation. It is a cute old church and grounds though. The website does not provide an accurate representation of the facilities that are (or not) available to guests. Especially, small children who may attend the ceremony. The distance to reception venue is also a consideration.
John Deodato
Jun 21, 2021
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Lindsey Dominguez
Feb 14, 2021
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Christina T.
Mar 28, 2019
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Tara Ms. Tara Fraga
Dec 23, 2018
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Brian Brian
Jun 30, 2018
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Abigail Patrick
Jun 02, 2018
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My friend got married at this church yesterday in the small historic Chapel, and it was very cute and quaint. The officiant was very kind and told some great stories & really brought the guests into the ceremony which I really liked!
Holds about 50 people, with around 12-14 wooden benches. Not a ton of room for photos, but it was a perfect fit for the happy couple!
Holds about 50 people, with around 12-14 wooden benches. Not a ton of room for photos, but it was a perfect fit for the happy couple!
Erin C.
Apr 05, 2017
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My husband and I were married here recently, and I am so glad we chose this venue for our nuptials. The space is classic but not overly religious, architecturally gorgeous, but snug which suited us and our small group of 25. Pews comfortably seat 3 adults. I would not recommend this space for more than 50 people
Lorraine, the venue coordinator is an absolute sweetheart. One of the church's volunteers, Jim,who I had the pleasure of meeting on a couple of occasions, was extremely helpful and pleasant.
Tips for brides
-definitely reserve for at least 3 hours. Between setting up, ceremony,
Lorraine, the venue coordinator is an absolute sweetheart. One of the church's volunteers, Jim,who I had the pleasure of meeting on a couple of occasions, was extremely helpful and pleasant.
Tips for brides
-definitely reserve for at least 3 hours. Between setting up, ceremony,
Heather C.
May 27, 2016
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Hi, I'm very lazy. My husband and I had a tiny wedding with only 15 people or so in attendance. We wanted a church that was small enough to not draw that much attention to our small guest list, and also wanted a church that was not overly religious, crosses in your face, etc. This place was PERFECT.
It's very small and cute and we didn't even need to decorate because of all the little details within the building. My dad loves history and he just adored the informational plaque on the back wall. He was very impressed.
The small dressing area in the back was the perfect size, it
It's very small and cute and we didn't even need to decorate because of all the little details within the building. My dad loves history and he just adored the informational plaque on the back wall. He was very impressed.
The small dressing area in the back was the perfect size, it
Joanie L.
Jul 13, 2012
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Jlm M.
Oct 02, 2009
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Beverly M.
Nov 25, 2008
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This is a very popular wedding chapel in Portland. It's cute, historic, doesn't require a lot of decorating because of it's original charm. It only holds about 70 guests but it does have a small ready room for the bride. It allows candle lighting (many historic churches don't) and it's so close to the river to get photography by the water after the ceremony.
