Welcome to McAlister-Leftwich House! We are a historic venue in downtown Greensboro, North Carolina who focuses on intimate events. Our two historic homes, built in 1875 and 1915, house spaces for intimate gatherings of 30-125 people. We also have a Bridal Suite and Groom’s Suite on site for you to relax and get ready on […]

There are many details that make your wedding special and unique. One of the most important is florals. They have the ability to transform a space and show your own personal style. At McAlister-Leftwich, we have an In-House Florist who can do it all. Meet Andraya Northrup, owner of Flora. Located right here in Greensboro, […]

Oh, the Groom’s Suite! How we love you so! It’s a space to relax, get ready, and have some fun. When Cheryl & Kaitlin first laid eyes on the property there was a clear flow. Each room had a purpose and there was a vision. From the intimate ceremonies in Dixon to the larger parties […]

We love this little hall. It is the space that sees first looks, creative visions come to life, and greets guests as they meander from one home to another. It’s quite a special space. This connector hall was added when the McAlister House was moved to 507 N Church Street to join the Leftwich House. […]

People often ask, “What makes McAlister-Leftwich special?” And y’all, there’s a list a mile long about what makes this space so special. But, one of our favorite answers is the Bridal Suite. On site, spacious, BEAUTIFUL, and there’s a room dedicated to timeless photos? Yes, please.  This space has been a project of love. Cheryl […]

In October of 2018, just a few months after we closed and before we started renovations, we put together a mini bridal shoot for marketing images for the venue. And I have to say, these are some of our favorite photos – even a year later! This was the first time we ever saw a bride […]

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 […]

Back in 2018, McAlister-Leftwich had the honor of hosting this beautiful fall wedding reception. Elena and Eli originally planned to host their reception in the brides backyard but Hurricane Florence was bearing down on the Carolina’s just three days prior to their wedding! Thanks to Elena and Eli’s incredible planners, Becca and Betsy, the reception […]

We LOVE outdoor weddings and think that they are a beautiful way to make your wedding unique and unforgettable! We made a list of some must-haves that you may not have thought of to enhance your day that much more! Lighting Having good lighting not only allows the couple and their guests to see each […]

A smaller wedding certainly does not mean that your big day will be any less special! In fact, we have found 3 reasons to actually have a smaller wedding. 1. Personal Touch A smaller guest count will make your guests feel so special for being included in your big day, and can create a super […]