The Arbory Chicago

Wedding Day

Reception

Our Wedding

Stephanie and Art's paths first crossed in the 1990s when Stephanie visited her sister Tracie at Florida A&amp;M University, where Tracie and Art had built a close friendship. Years later, after Stephanie relocated to Chicago in the early 2000s, the two were reintroduced when a mutual friend came to visit the city.A birthday party several years later proved to be the turning point. Art called Stephanie shortly after, and during those first conversations they discovered they shared a love of sci-fi movies, great food, and travel. The two began dating soon after, and a courtship that had been years in the making was finally underway.

A Love Story Decades in the Making

Our Story

Photos

Tracie Ransom

David Hampton

Wedding Party

Dress Code

Q + A

The Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort &amp; Conference Center is the perfect place to rest and recharge during the wedding festivities. Nestled on a serene 150-acre estate, the resort features the Audubon-certified 18-hole Willow Crest Golf Club and is located just 25 minutes from the wedding venue (The Arbory). Guests can enjoy four on-site restaurants serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, as well as a 24-hour fitness center and activities including basketball and volleyball. The resort also offers a full-service spa with facials, manicures, and couples treatments, along with both indoor and outdoor pools. With free parking and complimentary WiFi, the hotel provides a comfortable and convenient stay for all guests.&nbsp;

Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center

The Hampton Inn Chicago West Loop Fulton Market Area is a convenient and comfortable option for wedding guests staying in the heart of the city. Located off I-90, the hotel is just a half-mile from Union Station and the vibrant Fulton Market neighborhood, with United Center and Downtown Chicago only a 10-minute drive away. Guests can enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast each morning, an outdoor terrace, and free WiFi throughout the hotel. Additional amenities include an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour business center. Rooms feature premium bedding, pillow menus, and laptop-friendly workspaces, making it a great home base for out-of-town guests. The hotel is approximately a 12-minute ride from the wedding venue (The Arbory).

Stephanie & Arthur

Stephanie & Arthur

S&A

Wedding Day