We love winter weddings! Although they aren’t the most popular options among brides & grooms, we think they are just as beautiful and versatile. The color schemes, the florals, the warm details that you can add just make for the perfect day.  Here is a styled shoot that was created by a dream team of […]

It’s only January, but you may be planning a gorgeous outdoor wedding for the spring, summer, or fall. And let me tell you, we LOVE outdoor weddings and think that they are a beautiful way to make your wedding unique and unforgettable! Because of that, we made a list of some must-haves that you may […]

Shortly after moving to Greensboro, NC in 2014, I began searching for a space to execute events similar to the historic venues I had worked at in places like Raleigh and Charleston – a place full of character and natural light that felt like a magical oasis. When I couldn’t find the venue I dreamed […]

The McAlister-Leftwich House is a beautiful venue comprised of two homes, nestled on the edge of Fisher Park Historic District and downtown Greensboro. With a rich history spanning more than 100 years, the McAlister-Leftwich House has been transformed into a boutique wedding and event venue. The Gant-McAlister House is a prime example of the transition […]

When it comes to gift giving, it’s always exciting to see the recipients face when they open their gift. As a gift giver, it’s also fun to make sure the gift feels extra special and magical when it’s wrapped with love. Today, we’re going to show you a ‘how to’ on hand-painted gift wrap and […]

Choosing your venue is a big decision! As you decide where you want to get married you are sure to have many questions about your vendors. We are here to answer them for you! Here are some of our top five most asked questions about our venue. What is your capacity? Our capacity is 100. […]

There are many factors to planning your wedding and we wish as much as you that everything could be set in stone. However, if you plan to have an outdoor wedding, that isn’t possible. As you may know, the weather here can be a bit unpredictable. While we hope that you can have the outdoor […]

Here at McAlister-Leftwich House, we know you aren’t all planning a wedding. You may be planning a shower or a charity event. You may not be planning anything, in that case, we’re still so glad you’re here! Today, we wanted to show you four ways to use our space, that aren’t weddings! Something that we […]

We’re here today to give you the most delicious cocktail recipe for this Thanksgiving. Your family and friends are sure to love it! We’re calling this drink The McAlister because the McAlister House gives a warm feeling and welcomes you in every room you’re in! We hope you enjoy this festive fall drink! Today I’m […]

As the weather changes and it’s becoming colder (yay!), we are gearing up for many indoor receptions. And let me tell you, we are excited! With the cooler weather comes Thanksgiving and the holiday season, potential for snow (fingers crossed) and warm nights at home. The one word that all of those things have in […]