The Summit

One of the most common problems with historical buildings is that they can rarely accomodate a large group. Some places will max out at 100 guests. The St. James is rare in that we can accomodate a wedding group of up to 340 in the Summit.

Located on the top floor of the hotel, the Summit can seat over 300 guests and has a dance floor built in. With a million dollar view over looking the Mississippi River, this space has everything you need for your wedding.

The Summit can also be a great place for your ceremony. What better backdrop than the natural beauty of the river?

Having your ceremony and reception in the same location can make the day run very smoothly. Transportation is much less of an issue, not only for you and your wedding party, but for your guests as well.

The Boot

Okay, so I know that this is NOT by any means a wedding post, but I had to share it with everyone any way, because its pretty cool. Today the World's Largest Boot was put into its permanent home here in Red Wing, Minnesota. The boot will reside atop the new Red Wing Shoe Store & Museum in downtown Red Wing. The boot is a size 638 1/2 - D, roughly the size a 12-story man would need.

The boot is a complete replica of the Red Wing Shoe Boot Style No. 877.

The new store will be opening on August 3rd. Not only will it be a retail shop, but also a museum with tours.

History

The St. James Hotel was founding in 1875 by 11 local businessmen who saw a need for a first class eating and sleeping establishment. As Red Wing was one of the largest cities in Minnesota at that time, the hotel flourished. Charles Lillyblad and his wife Clara ran the hotel for many years. Charles passed away in 1931, but Clara ran the hotel until her death in 1972.

Today the St. James Hotel is one of the premier places to visit in the Midwest. The St. James Hotel can accomodate weddings up to 300 guests. Our wide variety of menu choices, either by package or a la carte as well as our million dollar view make the St. James a great place to have your wedding. Whether you're looking for a small intimate affair or the wedding bash people talk about all year, the St. James Hotel has the perfect space for you.

Welcome!

Thank you for visiting the St. James Hotel wedding blog! The St. James Hotel is the premier location for weddings in Southern Minnesota. Located in the quaint town of Red Wing on the Mississippi River, the St. James Hotel is full of history, elegance and hospitality.