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Liberty House sits inside Liberty State Park in Jersey City, at the edge of the Hudson River, with Lady Liberty on one side, Manhattan on the other, and your wedding in between. Its views of Ellis Island and the city skyline anchor every ceremony, reception, and portrait taken here.
With two independent event spaces, private gardens, dedicated ceremony locations, and room for celebrations of many sizes, Liberty House offers remarkable flexibility without losing sight of what makes the property special.
Liberty House welcomes celebrations ranging from intimate gatherings to receptions of up to 325 guests.
Grand Ballroom
325 Guest Capacity · Indoor/Outdoor Ceremony
The Grand Ballroom is Liberty House’s signature event space, with sweeping views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Manhattan skyline. A dedicated cocktail room, outdoor patio, and ceremony garden allow the celebration to take advantage of the property’s waterfront setting from beginning to end. Whether guests are gathered indoors beneath soaring ceilings or outside overlooking New York Harbor, the view remains a defining part of the experience. The Grand Ballroom accommodates up to 325 guests for ceremonies and receptions.
Liberty Room
150 Guest Capacity · Indoor / Outdoor Ceremony
The Liberty Room offers a more intimate setting while maintaining everything that makes Liberty House unique. Accommodating up to 150 guests, the space includes its own entrance, cocktail hour space, ceremony location, and access to the outdoor patio and gardens. The scale feels especially well suited to couples planning a smaller celebration, while still offering panoramic views of the harbor, skyline, and Statue of Liberty.
The Ceremony Gardens
Outdoor Ceremony · Cocktail Hour · Portraits
Set within Liberty State Park, the ceremony gardens place some of the region’s most recognizable landmarks at the center of the celebration. The Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Liberty Landing Marina, and the Manhattan skyline all sit within view, creating a backdrop that needs very little added to it. Say “I do” surrounded by lush gardens, use the expansive grounds for portraits and cocktail hour, and enjoy serene waterfront views of the skyline just beyond.
Winter Weddings at Liberty House
In winter, the Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty stand out against the crisp evening air, while candlelit tables add warmth throughout the celebration. Weddings held January through March include seasonal additions such as mulled wine and warm cider upon arrival, your choice of a cheese fondue station or homemade tomato soup and artisanal grilled cheese during cocktail hour, and either s’mores by the fire pits or hot chocolate with warm sugar donuts, depending on your event space. Oversized sparklers are also included for the evening sendoff. For couples with flexible dates, winter offers the opportunity to experience Liberty House during one of its most romantic seasons.
Intimate Celebrations
at Liberty House
For smaller gatherings, Liberty House offers two dedicated spaces designed for rehearsal dinners, micro-weddings, private receptions, and wedding weekend events. The Gallery accommodates up to 32 guests, while The Patio hosts up to 65 guests in an outdoor setting overlooking New York Harbor. Both spaces include access to the property’s gardens and the same views of the Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty that define the rest of the venue.
The Gallery: Up to 32 guests
The Patio: Up to 65 guests
Nathan’s Patio
PRIVATE AFTER-PARTY · OUTDOOR
The celebration doesn’t have to end when the reception does. Nathan’s Patio is Liberty House’s signature after-party experience, where guests who aren’t quite ready to call it a night gather outdoors beneath the city lights, with the Manhattan skyline glowing across the water. Fire pits, late-night bites, drinks, and open-air seating create a more relaxed atmosphere for up to 75 guests, giving everyone a chance to keep celebrating together a little longer. Set within Liberty State Park, it’s the kind of ending to the night that few other venues can offer.
Getting Ready at Liberty House
Liberty House offers a dedicated Wedding Nook reserved exclusively for the wedding party on the day of the celebration. Filled with natural light and thoughtfully designed for those final moments before the ceremony, it provides a private space for finishing touches, photos, and a chance to enjoy the anticipation before the festivities begin.
Our Event Stylists are your single point of contact and creative collaborators from your first venue tour to your last dance. At most venues, the person who sells you the space is not the person running your wedding day. At Liberty House, they are the same person. Your stylist will know your floor plan, your timeline, your preferences, and your vendors before your wedding morning begins. There is no handoff, no briefing a new team, no starting over.
Danielle V.
With your vision coming to life, let me take the lead and you will have the most memorable experience ever!
What’s something guests always talk about after the wedding?
They wish they can do it all over again! It was the best night ever and wouldn’t change a thing!
Casey T.
I love getting to turn all of the plans we've made together for my couple's wedding a reality! Getting to see all of our hard work and a vision come to fruition is the most rewarding feeling ever!
What’s one thing you always tell couples to trust you on?
I always tell my couples to trust me to bring it all together for them!
Aurora S.
My approach is all about helping people feel comfortable, stress free and organized from start to finish.
What’s your favorite reaction to see on a wedding day?
The happy tears that happen when no one expects them.
REAL COUPLES. REAL WEDDINGS
Wedding Spotlight
City Lights & Harbor Views
Demi and Michael welcomed guests to Liberty House for an evening reception along the waterfront. As the celebration unfolded, guests gathered throughout the property while the city lights came on across the harbor, creating a different backdrop with every hour. The views may have drawn everyone in, but it was the time spent together that defined the evening.
Demi & Michael
Captured by: Lex Christie Photography
Included with every wedding
The Stork Club
Couples Membership
Every couple receives complimentary access to the Stork Club, by Landmark’s exclusive membership program, from the day you book until 30 days after your wedding. Simply download the Stork Club app and create your account to get started.
Membership includes:
- Priority reservations and recognition across all sixteen by Landmark properties
- Access to exclusive tastings and date nights
- A couples cocktail class where you’ll create the signature drink served at your wedding
- A private chef consultation to develop a custom course for your reception menu
Chef-Driven Culinary Experience
Every wedding at Liberty House is shaped by a culinary team that treats the menu as an essential part of the celebration. Menus are customized for each couple and built around seasonal ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and service that feels polished without feeling formal. From cocktail hour through dessert, every course is designed to complement the setting while giving guests something to remember long after the wedding weekend ends.
Maddy Rose at Liberty House
The culinary program at Liberty House is led by Chef Nick Paller and the team behind Maddy Rose, one of New Jersey’s most celebrated waterfront restaurants. Known for fresh seafood, prime steaks, seasonal ingredients, and a vibrant cocktail program, the restaurant brings the same standards to every wedding hosted on the property. Ingredients are sourced from by Landmark’s own Dancing Goat Farm and in-house Butcher Shop, creating a direct connection between the menu and the people who grow, raise, and prepare it. The Wine Spectator award-winning wine program is also available for receptions, featuring sommelier-curated selections and optional tableside wine cart service.
About Liberty House
Where the by Landmark Story Began
Liberty House was the first venue in the by Landmark collection. When Jeanne and Frank Cretella opened the property in August 2001, they saw an opportunity to create something unlike anything else on the waterfront. Frank first discovered the site while attending a concert in Liberty State Park. What many saw as an abandoned steel structure, he saw as a venue with one of the most remarkable views in the region.
More than two decades later, Liberty House remains at the center of the by Landmark story. The property has welcomed presidents, entertainers, athletes, and public figures, hosted national television productions and major events, and celebrated thousands of weddings overlooking New York Harbor. Through it all, the view has remained the same: the Statue of Liberty, the Manhattan skyline, and the harbor that connects them. Today, Liberty House continues to set the standard for the hospitality, service, and attention to detail that define every by Landmark venue.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty House?
Liberty House is a waterfront wedding venue set inside Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey, with sweeping views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Manhattan skyline. The original by Landmark venue, Liberty House opened in August 2001 and has been a gathering place for celebrations ever since. The property features two independent event spaces, the Grand Ballroom (up to 325 guests) and the Liberty Room (up to 150 guests), each with private entrances, dedicated cocktail rooms, ceremony spaces, gardens, and outdoor patios. An award-winning culinary team and four dedicated Event Stylists support every celebration.
Is Liberty House exclusive to one wedding at a time?
Liberty House has two independent event spaces in separate buildings, each with private entrances, dedicated staff, and their own cocktail and ceremony areas. Both spaces can operate on the same day without overlapping in any way. When you book the Grand Ballroom or the Liberty Room, that space is exclusively yours for your event.
What event spaces does Liberty House offer for weddings?
Liberty House offers two primary wedding spaces. The Grand Ballroom accommodates up to 325 guests for ceremonies and receptions, with floor-to-ceiling glass, views of Lady Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Manhattan skyline, and a dedicated cocktail room and garden patio. The Liberty Room accommodates up to 150 guests in a more intimate setting with the same panoramic views, private entrance, and outdoor patio access. Smaller intimate spaces include The Gallery (32 guests) and The Patio (65 guests). Nathan’s Patio is available for after-parties of up to 75 guests.
How many guests can Liberty House accommodate?
The Grand Ballroom accommodates up to 325 guests. The Liberty Room accommodates up to 150 guests. Both spaces scale well for smaller celebrations. Intimate spaces include The Gallery (32 guests) and The Patio (65 guests).
Can I host my ceremony at Liberty House?
Yes. Liberty House offers indoor and outdoor ceremony options for both event spaces. Ceremonies take place inside the ballrooms or outdoors on the garden terrace, with Lady Liberty and the Manhattan skyline as the backdrop. On-site ceremonies begin at $15 per person and include ceremony chair setup, a dedicated wedding attendant, and fruit-infused sparkling and still water plus prosecco for guests.
Can I get ready at Liberty House on my wedding day?
Yes. Liberty House has two dedicated Wedding Nooks, one per event space, reserved for the wedding party on your wedding day. The wedding party can arrive two hours before the event begins, with snacks and light bites ready on arrival.
Does Liberty House have on-site hotel rooms?
Yes. Liberty House has two dedicated Wedding Nooks, one per event space, reserved for the wedding party on your wedding day. The wedding party can arrive two hours before the event begins, with snacks and light bites ready on arrival.
What is the culinary experience at Liberty House?
Your reception at Liberty House is catered by Maddy Rose, by Landmark’s celebrated waterfront restaurant on site. Menus are built around your event specifically, using seasonal ingredients from by Landmark’s Dancing Goat Farm and in-house Butcher Shop. The four-course sit-down dinner includes a salad course, pasta course, entrée course, and dessert, with customization options including cultural, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free menus. The Wine Spectator award-winning wine program is available, with tableside wine cart service.
Who are the Event Stylists at Liberty House?
Liberty House’s Event Stylists are Danielle Villa, Aurora Serrano, Sarah Gore, and Casey Townsend. Your stylist is your single point of contact from your first tour through your wedding day. There is no handoff on your wedding day.
What is the Winter Weddings package?
Weddings held January through March include several seasonal additions at no additional cost: mulled wine and warm cider as guests arrive at the ceremony, a choice of a savory cheese fondue station with artisanal breads and vegetables or a homemade tomato soup and grilled cheese station at cocktail hour. For Liberty Room receptions: a choice of s’mores by the outdoor fire pits or hot chocolate with warm sugar donuts to go. For Grand Ballroom receptions: hot chocolate with warm sugar donuts to go. All receptions: oversized sparklers for departure.
What’s the difference between peak and off-peak pricing?
Pricing varies based on the time of year and day of the week. Popular months like May, June, September, and October are considered peak season. January through March offers off-peak pricing and includes the Winter Weddings package at no additional cost. Your Event Stylist will provide a pricing comparison for three different dates so you can find the best fit for your budget and timeline.
What’s included in the pricing?
Liberty House wedding packages include your Event Stylist for planning and day-of coordination, a wedding attendant and banquet coordinator, waitstaff and bartenders, a four-course sit-down dinner, premium open bar, two signature cocktails designed with our mixologist, upgraded wines for the couple’s parents’ tables, prosecco toast, snacks and light bites for the wedding party, chef-curated duo displays, tableside wine and cordial cart service, a custom wedding cake from our bakery partner, complimentary valet parking, and all essential venue items including linens, flatware, and glassware. A 24% administrative fee and NJ sales tax apply.
Do you offer menu tastings?
Yes. We extend a complimentary tasting to the couple plus four additional guests. Tastings are typically scheduled two to three months before your event.
Is there parking available?
Yes. Complimentary valet parking is provided for all guests.
Is Liberty House accessible?
Yes. Liberty House is fully accessible.
Can we bring in outside caterers?
We welcome outside caterers for select events, including Kosher and Indian weddings. We work with a trusted list of professional partners to ensure a beautifully executed celebration. Your Event Stylist can provide details.
Are you pet friendly?
Yes. Pets are welcome for outdoor photos and your ceremony. We ask that furry guests sit out the cocktail hour and reception.
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