First Unitarian Church of Chicago offers two unique settings for the wedding or service of holy union of your dreams. Our dramatic gray stone neo-gothic sanctuary seats 225 guests under soaring vaulted ceilings. The Victorian carved oak Hull Chapel will accommodate 100 in its warm, intimate space. Each venue has its own wonderful pipe organ.

Ceremonies are usually led by our Senior Minister, Reverend Nina Grey. Rev. Grey truly enjoys working with couples who have an opportunity to affirm their relationship and explore the meaning of marriage during several sessions. Rev. Grey helps couples create a service that is personal and deeply meaningful.

Couples with special circumstances may request another officiant with whom they have a special relationship.

Our Director of Music, Michael Thorn, will help you select the perfect music to reflect the love that brings you together on your special day.

First Unitarian welcomes people from all religious backgrounds, cultures and races, genders, ages and sexual orientations, as members of the diverse human family. We welcome interfaith weddings and are ready to help you draw on diverse traditions as you plan your ceremony. Having your wedding or service of holy union at First Unitarian will make a memorable day for you forever.

MEMORIAL SERVICES, FUNERALS AND COMMITTAL SERVICES

Remembering and affirming the life of a loved one is an important part of the grief process for many families. Our Senior Minister, Reverend Nina Grey, usually conducts Memorial Services, Funerals and Committal Services. She welcomes the participation of other clergy, family members and friends in the service. Reverend Grey will meet with the family and help the family create a meaningful service. Our main sanctuary and Hull Chapel provide a gracious setting, and our Senior Music Director, Michael Thorn, a highly experienced organist and pianist, will work with Reverend Grey and you to help create a meaningful memorial service.

Hull Chapel will provide a pleasant, warm setting for a reception following the service.

Our rates for Weddings, Services of Holy Union, or Memorial Services are:

Main Sanctuary: $500

Hull Chapel: $250

Sanctuary/Hull Chapel together: $650

For fees for Reverend Grey, Michael Thorn, and our Custodian’s services, Please contact our administrator (see below)

For further information, please contact our church administrator, Rick Brown, at (773)324-4100, or via e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .