Photography at The War Memorial
Memories to Last a Lifetime
At The War Memorial, we are passionate about making sure our guests succeed at curating memorable moments. True to the familiar phrase “a picture is worth a thousand words,” we are delighted to welcome you to our grounds to capture some of your most cherished moments. We can provide a charming backdrop to engagement photos, newborn pictures, senior and prom pictures, or any type of memory your family needs captured. Our breathtaking venue will make these moments as special as the love you celebrate.
The beautiful and historic Alger estate, Fred M. Alger Center, charming front circle, lush gardens, pristine water views and back lawn, provide a tremendous assortment of unique views that guests can cater to their photography theme and needs, truly setting The War Memorial apart from other notable venues.
Photography credit: Alicia Frances Photography, Inner Circle Photography, Anastasia Photography
Here’s how to book your photo session at The War Memorial
Fill out the online request form below.
We ask that sessions be requested no more than 2 weeks out from your desired date. Any requests for a date further than two weeks out from submission will be declined and you will be asked to submit a new request form within 2 weeks of your desired date.
A member of our Hospitality team will follow up via email to confirm whether your desired date and one hour time slot is available for on-site photos, as well as any locations that may be off limits at that time.
You will be sent a policies & procedures document that will need to be signed and returned.
Once confirmed, you will be provided with a Credit Card form to be filled out. Payment must be received at time of booking.
A confirmation document will be sent to you following payment. Please bring this document with you during your session, as you may be asked to show proof of payment by TWM grounds staff.
On the day of your session, please visit the Front Desk upon your arrival to check-in. You will be asked to show your session booking confirmation. If your session is booked for hours that the Front Desk is not open, further instruction will be given ahead of time.
Session prices are as follows:
Engagement Photos, Anniversary Photos, etc. - $200
Senior Photos, Family Photos, etc. - $100
Corporate – Please inquire
*Day-of Wedding/Bridal Party photos are not allowed on campus in order to accommodate TWM booked events.
For more information, you can email us directly at eventsales@warmemorial.org.
Frequently Asked Questions for Photography Sessions
Q: Will I have access to the entire campus for my session?
A: Portions of the campus, including all indoor locations, could be off-limits. When checking in at the Front Desk for your session, this information will be provided.
Q: I’m familiar with the campus. Why do I have to check in at the Front Desk for my session?
A: Due to the ongoing construction, new features added to The War Memorial, and possible pop-up events, meetings or tours that may be occurring at the time of your session, we’d like to ensure that your photography session is as smooth as possible from the start.
Q: Can I bring and setup props for my photo session?
A: The War Memorial is an historic landmark, and to ensure that we are still around for years to come, we are taking measures to safeguard the property from any damage. Candles must be encased in glass, non biodegradable confetti will not be permitted, and large equipment or props will require approval to ensure that they do not destroy the lawn. If you plan to use any props during your session, please note every prop on the form for approval.
Q: Why can’t I bring champagne or other alcoholic beverages to our photo session?
A: Due to our liquor license, no outside alcohol is permitted even if it is not consumed.
Q: I would like a special setup of tables, chairs, furniture, props, etc. provided by The War Memorial for my session. Is this allowed?
A: Any setup required by TWM for your photo session will incur additional setup fees, and possible room rentals. If this is something you are interested in, please inquire directly with our team by emailing eventsales@warmemorial.org to discuss your vision.
Q: I’ve already booked and paid, but the date/time no longer works for me or there’s inclement weather on the date I booked. Can I cancel my session for a refund?
A: Unfortunately, no. All payments are considered non-refundable. A one-time transfer to a different date/time within 2 weeks will be considered upon availability. Please reach out to us directly to discuss this option.
Q: How long do I have to take photos?
A: All sessions are booked for one hour time slots. More time will incur additional fees. Please note this when you submit your form.
Please note, submission of this request form does not guarantee your photography session. If the date is available, a team member will reach out, a policies & procedures form will be sent to you to review and sign, and payment will be required. If the date is not available, you will receive an email from a team member to let you know.
For more information or questions, contact email eventsales@warmemorial.org.