Kirsten & Andrew’s Halloween-Inspired Wedding at the Museum of Surgical Science

Happy Halloween, friends!!! I have been waiting over a year to feature Kirsten & Andrew’s Halloween-inspired October wedding, and am SO excited to finally share. These two officially tied the knot in 2020, and then got to celebrate with friends and family exactly two years later! What’s more, their reception took place at one of Chicago’s most unique venues (one of my favorites!), the International Museum of Surgical Science. For anyone planning a Halloween wedding in Chicago: this is the perfect venue for you!!

I met these two at the Humboldt Park lagoon for their first look, which just so happened to be the exact spot where they were married. With their adorable Corgi Margot, we took some family photos around the park with the most beautiful golden light! Andrew stunned in his orange suit while Kirsten’s moody florals were the perfect compliment to her wedding jewelry (all from Asrai Garden!). One thing I love about these two is their giddy newlywed energy… you’d never know they had already been married for two years!

International Museum of Surgical Science Wedding

When the sun began to set, we made our way to the museum to greet family and friends. Guests enjoyed vegan appetizers and cocktails while wandering the museum and congratulating the newlyweds. If you can’t tell from the photos, there is SO much to see here! From centuries-old surgical tools to human skeletons and medical devices… not to mention the galleries of art! I am lucky that Kirsten and Andrew agreed to take a few portraits with the graphic murals 🙂

Highlights from their celebration include stationery designed and printed by Andrew, vegan everything (including ice cream cake!), and Halloween-inspired decor. Their custom cake topper by Fiber Friends honored the memory of a Corgi in each one of their lives. The awesome Kari of Wedding Day Chicago actually officiated their 2020 ceremony, and returned as their planner for this event! It was truly a stylish and joyful way to celebrate, and I couldn’t be happier for these two.

Kirsten and Andrew: Thanks again for having me capture your celebration last year! Cheers to many more anniversaries, celebrations, and Halloweens!!!

Creative photo of bride and groom standing in doorway at International Museum of Surgical Science for their Halloween theme October wedding
Spooky custom invitation suite and rings with fall florals for Halloween wedding at International Museum of Surgical Science in Chicago
Detail photo of invitation with moody florals for Halloween wedding at International Museum of Surgical Science
Detail photo of wedding bands and black diamond engagement ring arranged on custom invitation for Halloween wedding
Environmental photo of tree with red berries in Humboldt Park before Halloween wedding
Bride walks toward groom on stone path over Humboldt Park lagoon before their Chicago Halloween wedding
Bride and groom stand on stone path over Humboldt Park lagoon before their Halloween wedding in Chicago
Black and white photo of bride and groom holding each other and laughing in Humboldt Park before their Halloween wedding
Fun photo of bride in flowy dress and groom in orange suit dancing near lagoon at Humboldt Park in Chicago
Bride and groom walk through Humboldt Park with Corgi before their Chicago Halloween wedding
Creative portrait of bride in long dress and groom in orange suit holding hands in Humboldt Park
Bride and groom walk their Corgi dog on a path near Humboldt Park Formal Garden before their Chicago Halloween wedding
Candid photo of happy bride and groom in Humboldt Park before their Chicago Halloween wedding
Fun photo of bride and groom with moody fall bouquet in Humboldt Park Chicago
Romantic photo of groom in burnt orange suit kissing bride with moody florals in Humboldt Park
Detail photo of bride's bouquet with moody fall color palette
Detail photo of groom's boutonnière on lapel of his orange suit
Black and white photo of bride and groom holding each other on stone path in Humboldt Park before their Halloween wedding
Romantic black and white photo of bride and groom in Humboldt Park before their Chicago wedding reception
Portrait of bride and groom's happy Corgi in Humboldt Park
Photo of bride in white dress and groom in orange suit standing with fall foliage in Humboldt Park Formal Garden
Fun black and white photo of bride and groom walking in Humboldt Park
Fun photo of groom lifting bride in Humboldt Park Formal Garden before their Halloween wedding
Entrance to International Museum of Surgical Science in Chicago
Exterior photo of the International Museum of Surgical Science in Lincoln Park, Chicago
Card and memory table decorated with moody florals for Halloween wedding at the International Museum of Surgical Science in Chicago
Corgi-themed custom seating chart for Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
Table setting in Hall of Murals at International Museum of Surgical Science with purple tablecloth and fall florals for Halloween wedding reception
Framed photo of bride and groom on card and gift table for Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
Detail photo of Corgi-themed seating chart for Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
Floral centerpiece, decor and memorial photos on stone mantle at International Museum of Surgical Science Halloween wedding reception
Photo of purple and gold place settings and floral centerpieces on table at Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
Detail photo of fall floral centerpiece on table at International Museum of Surgical Science wedding reception
Detail photo of moody floral centerpiece on table with purple linens at International Museum of Surgical Science wedding reception
Detail photo of table card at International Museum of Surgical Science Halloween wedding reception
Candid photo of bride and groom in front of graphic mural during their International Museum of Surgical Science wedding in Chicago
Stylized photo of bride and groom standing on black and white checkered floor for their International Museum of Surgical Science wedding in Chicago
Creative portrait of bride and groom standing on black and white checkered floor near staircase in International Museum of Surgical Science
Fun photo of bride and groom in International Museum of Surgical Science
Black and white photo of bride and groom walking down staircase entering their Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
Happy bride and groom walking down staircase at International Museum of Surgical Science during their Halloween wedding reception
Groom speaks to guests during Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
Black and white photo of guests listening to groom's speech during International Museum of Surgical Science Halloween wedding reception
Cocktail tables decorated with purple linens and florals in library with bookshelf-lined walls and marble floor at International Museum of Surgical Science
Cocktail bar with drink options displayed at International Museum of Surgical Science wedding reception
Tray of vegan appetizers served at International Museum of Surgical Science Halloween wedding reception
Appetizer plate from Halloween wedding reception served at International Museum of Surgical Science
Glass display case full of vintage surgical tools at International Museum of Surgical Science
Statue in International Museum of Surgical Science
Exhibit of surgical machinery at International Museum of Surgical Science in Chicago
Display case of vintage eyeglasses and magnifying tools at International Museum of Surgical Science
Statue in International Museum of Surgical Science Hall of Immortals
Detail photo of statue with inscription
Friend of the bride and groom gives speech during Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science in Chicago
Black and white photo of friend of the bride and groom giving speech during wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
Black and white photo of happy couple listening to speeches during their Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science in Chicago
Friend of the newlyweds gives speech during Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
Black and white photo of happy bride and groom during their wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
Wedding cake table decorated with florals, purple linens and bowls of candy for Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
Photo of ice cream wedding cake with custom Corgi cake toppers for Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science in Chicago
Detail photo of custom Corgi wedding cake topper at International Museum of Surgical Science reception
Marble hands with florals on mantle for Halloween wedding at International Museum of Surgical Science
Basket of Jolly Rancher lollipop candy served in bowl at International Museum of Surgical Science Halloween wedding reception
Photo of groom as a kid dressed as Batman at International Museum of Surgical Science Halloween wedding reception
Detail of photo of bride dressed as an M&M during childhood displayed at Halloween wedding
Detail photo of basket of Chick-O-Stick candy at International Museum of Surgical Science Halloween wedding reception
Bride and groom cut their ice cream wedding cake during Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science in Chicago
Bride and groom feed each other vegan cake during Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
Slices of vegan cake served during Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
Bride and groom dance in the Hall of Immortals during their wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
Black and white photo of happy newlyweds dancing at International Museum of Surgical Science wedding reception
Romantic black and white photo of bride and groom dancing at their International Museum of Surgical Science wedding reception
Fun candid photo of bride and groom at International Museum of Surgical Science during their Halloween wedding reception
Guests dancing during International Museum of Surgical Science wedding reception
Black and white photo of groom and friend laughing during Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
Black and white photo of bride and guests dancing at International Museum of Surgical Science Halloween wedding reception
Candid photo of bride and groom on the dance floor during International Museum of Surgical Science Halloween wedding reception
Guests have fun in photo booth at International Museum of Surgical Science Halloween wedding reception
Bride and guest take a photo booth picture during Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
DIY guestbook and sign with Halloween stickers at International Museum of Surgical Science wedding reception
Detail of DIY guestbook with guest signatures, photo booth strips and themed stickers for Halloween wedding reception at International Museum of Surgical Science
Detail photo of photo booth props at International Museum of Surgical Science Halloween wedding reception
Fun photo of groom hugged by friend next to vintage painting at International Museum of Surgical Science Halloween wedding reception
Portrait of happy bride and friends at International Museum of Surgical Science Halloween wedding reception
Creative photo of bride and groom standing at the bottom of a staircase at International Museum of Surgical Science
Creative black and white photo of happy newlyweds dancing on staircase at their Halloween wedding reception in Chicago

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