Graham Memorial Chapel
Graham Memorial Chapel was dedicated in 1909, having been gifted to WashU by Christine Blair Graham as a memorial to her husband, Benjamin Brown Graham. Since then, it has become a focal point of campus, used for concerts, plays, lectures and panel discussions.
Wedding ceremonies
| Service level | Seating capacity |
| Premier | 100-750 |
Details
Standard setting
Stained glass restoration
The stained glass of Graham Chapel will undergo an extensive restoration project in 2027-28 and the space will be unavailable from May 2027 through August 2027 and from March 2028 through April 2028.
From September of 2027 through February of 2028 the chapel will be available, however, the eastern stained glass feature will be removed, and a temporary wall will be installed in its place.
Location
Danforth University Campus
Rates
| WashU affiliated (Less than 4 hour rental period) | $187.20 |
| WashU affiliated (4 hour rental period or more) | $374.30 |
| Non-WashU affiliated | $2080 |
| Weddings and memorials | $2000 |
Included amenities
Furniture
| 1 | small wood podium |
| 1 | large high-back chair (in green room) |
| 2 | large low-back chairs (in green room) |
| 1 | double-kneeler |
| 2 | 2 ft high pedestal tables |
| 2 | 3 ft high pedestal tables |
| 20 | wood stacking chairs with padded seats matching the pews |
| 2 | 3 ft x 3 ft over-pew tables |
| 15 | music stands |
| 1 | Steinway grand piano |
| 2 | seven-candle candelabras |
| 1 | unity candle holder that holds two taper candles and a large unity candle |
Included amenities must be advanced with your event coordinator 21 days prior.
AV equipment
| 1 | large podium with wired microphone (limit 2 podium mics) |
| 1 | small podium with wired microphone (limit 2 podium mics) |
| 4 | wireless handheld microphones |
| 1 | wireless lavaliere microphone (headset or tie clip) |
| 1 | Auxiliary audio connection |
| 4 | full-height microphone stands |
| 4 | table top microphone stands |
Included AV equipment must be advanced with your event coordinator 21 days prior.
Harvey Media Center AV Equipment Rentals
Harvey Media Center can provide additional AV equipment and services for event spaces.
Examples of additional HMC Event Services & AV include:
- Dedicated AV technician
- Panel discussion microphone package
- Portable Fender PA system
- Projector and screen
- Cameras
Request additional equipment no less than 48 hours in advance—availability is not guaranteed. Please contact your event coordinator to discuss the use of non-university AV companies in this space.
Notes
- Graham Chapel seats 785 people.
- The main level contains 27 rows of pews on either side of the aisle. Each full row seats approximately 10 people for a total of 540 seats on the floor.
- The middle aisle is 42 inches wide and 105 feet long.
- The balcony seats 210 people in individual padded chairs.
- A second entrance and elevator is located on the North side of Graham Memorial Chapel.
- Restrooms are located on the lower level of the Chapel and can be accessed by the elevator or either staircase.
- The green room is located off the northeast corner of the Chapel.
- A private restroom is located just inside the green room.
- The basement of Graham Memorial Chapel, which has a large restroom with mirrors, is the most common area used by brides prior to their ceremony. This space is not private.
Pipe Organ
The Graham Memorial Chapel organ is available for use.
If you are interested in bringing your own organist, the in-house organ does require you to use a university approved / credentialed organist. Speak with your wedding coordinator for a list of pre-approved organists or learn how your favorite organist may seek approval / credentials.
The organist requires an assistant who will watch the processional and act as the “eyes” for timing. Your event or wedding contact is not responsible for this role.
Service restrictions
Setup and cleaning
All setup/teardown and post-clean in this space must be performed by our on-site housekeeping services.
For an estimate of fees for setup, teardown and post-clean, contact your event coordinator.
Request this space
This is the booking process for WashU-affiliated groups. To inquire about hosting your wedding ceremony in Graham Chapel, visit our Weddings at WashU page.
Reservations must be made at least 3 weeks in advance.