You want a unique romantic wedding?

The Gretna Green Blacksmith Shop in Gretna, Louisiana, is the place - your answer!

Weddings, or reaffirmation’s of weddings and anniversaries, are performed over the anvil in the centuries old tradition and ceremony of Gretna’s namesake, Gretna Green, Scotland, world famous for its Runaway Marriages since 1753. Similarly, Gretna, Louisiana, was famous for "quickie" marriages across the river from New Orleans.

Reception nearby?

The William D. White House, an 1840s historic Creole cottage, In the blacksmith shop’s front yard, is available for receptions.

An exciting honeymoon?

New Orleans, with its sensory pleasures that make it such a tantalizing lure for lovers is right across the Mississippi River, the Vieux Carre only a twenty minute drive away.

For reservations of the White House call: Elizabeth Schwarz, (504) 361-1695