In 1932 Miss Anna Mercer Dunlop considered the Dean of Petersburg Artists founded the Petersburg Area Art League, creating a legacy of art in Old Towne Petersburg. In 1959 PAAL began the Poplar Lawn Arts Festival, an annual tradition drawing people from around the region until the late 1990s. In 1971 PAAL moved into current day location of 7 E. Old Street.
Over a decade later the building would be donated to the League by a lifetime resident of Petersburg, Nan Seward Jones. Nan Seward Jones lifelong interest in the field of art started at an early age when she studied under the tutelage of Anna Dunlop. She was accomplished in all mediums ranging from oil to pen and ink. Mrs. Jones alongside Ms. Dunlop was instrumental in the establishment of the Petersburg Area Art League.
About PAAL
The Loft at PAAL
MICRO WEDDING EXPERIENCES
ALL INCLUSIVE MICRO WEDDINGS
50 OR LESS GUESTS
Starting at $12,700
A curated wedding experience —
not just a venue rental.
Most couples underestimate what it takes to execute a seamless wedding day. Vendor confirmations, timeline development, ceremony coordination, family logistics, and last-minute adjustments all require professional oversight.
Our micro weddings are built on the same refined coordination and design framework used for our full-scale Appomattox celebrations — intentionally scaled for intimate gatherings.
From structured planning meetings to vendor confirmations, curated design oversight, and day-of execution, our team manages the moving parts so you don’t have to.
Personalized planning,vendor coordination and on-site management are included - designed for couples who want their day full managed from start to finish
Explore everything included in your fully managed wedding experience below.
Why We Built Our
Micro Weddings Differently
Every wedding has moving parts.
Hair and makeup. Transportation. Vendor arrivals. Ceremony cues. Family logistics. Timeline precision.
And when one early piece runs behind schedule, the entire day can shift.
After personally experiencing how quickly a timeline can unravel — and how stressful that feels in the moment — we built our micro wedding experience with layered safeguards.
Structured planning meetings. Detailed timeline construction. Vendor confirmations. On-site execution oversight. Clear communication with every moving piece.
Because your wedding day should feel steady, intentional, and protected — not reactive.
At The Loft at PAAL, coordination is not an add-on - It is the framework.
Micro wedding inclusions
Our all-inclusive micro weddings include a refined collection of services and amenities designed to ensure a seamless and elevated experience.
Wedding Management
& Day-of Execution
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Structured planning meetings leading up to your wedding
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Custom timeline development specific to your vendor team
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30-day vendor confirmations & logistics review
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Final timeline distribution to all vendors
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Ceremony processional planning& lineup documentation
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Rehearsal oversight and direction
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Bridal party & immediate family coordination
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On-Site Execution management for arrival through reception
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Layered Safeguards to protect the flow of your day
This level of structured planning and execution typically requires hiring a separate wedding planner. At The Loft at PAAL, it is already integrated into your experience.
(Included in Every Micro Wedding)
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Catering*
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Tiered Wedding Cake*
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Bartender & Bar Supplies
Culinary & Hospitality Experience
Entertainment & Media
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5 hours of professional photography
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DJ for up to 5 hours
Design & Atmosphere
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Bridal Party Flowers
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Charger Plates
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Customizable Uplighting
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Table Linens & Napkins
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Reception Decor
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Ceremony Decor
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Signage
Venue Logistics
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Access to Venue (Up to 10 hours)
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Free/Virtual Planning Office
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Indoor/Outdoor Ceremony & Cocktail Hour site options
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Folding Chairs for Outdoor Ceremonies
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Setup/Breakdown of ALL Venue provided items
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Trash Removal from Venue
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Day of and Venue Coordination
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Tables & Chiavari Chairs
Your day should be joyful - not chaotic.
From your first planning conversation to final breakdown, we manage the logistics, timeline, vendors and details so you can focus on the moments that matter.
Alcohol Policy Note
Alcohol service is permitted in accordance with Virginia ABC regulations. Clients are required to purchase and provide all alcohol and obtain the appropriate Virginia ABC license. The professional bartending services provided by the venue (fees apply) are required for any event serving alcohol and are included in select wedding experiences.