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The Laboratory Mill

The Laboratory Mill

Lincolnton, NC
5.0 out of 5 rating, 89 Reviews
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    Carol S. Sent on 04/18/2024
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    Beautiful Venue

    We absolutely loved our wedding venue, and the people were very sweet to work with! They answered every question I had during the whole process!

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Thank you Carol, for your nice review. We had so much fun hosting you and Tyler and meeting all of your friends and family! Many Blessings!
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    Patty Sent on 12/27/2023
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    Wonderful experience and excellent venue.

    This venue is a hidden gem. It has wonderful whimsical charm. Beautiful inside and great service from the team. I highly recommend it.

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Thank you for the review and for posting these photos! Such sweet pictures of such a sweet couple! Many blessings!
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    Addyson H. Sent on 12/21/2023
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    Absolutely Excellent

    We were hands down very pleased with this vendor they made us feel like family they also made our wedding day stress free!

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Thank you, Addy, for your review! You are a sweetheart and we truly enjoyed helping you host your wedding here!
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    Inga H. Sent on 01/07/2024
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    Perfect venue

    The staff at Laboratory Mill went above and beyond to make our event special. The venue is beautiful and clean. The outside vendors that the Laboratory Mill staff work with are trusted and deliver high quality experiences. Our son was married here and we held the rehearsal dinner in the card room. It was perfect!
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    Bethany M. Sent on 12/31/2023
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    Amazing venue,people,and just all around amazing experience!

    This is such a wonderful venue! Highly recommend this place to anyone. The people who work here are just soo kind and wonderful! And just an amazing place to have a wedding!

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Thank you, Bethany, for your review! Our staff tries their best to be helpful. We hope you and Zach have a magnificent life together!
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    Monika Sent on 12/21/2023
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    Highly Recommend

    I got married at The Laboratory Mill in August and it was absolutely amazing! The minute I walked into the venue I knew it was where I wanted my ceremony. I didn't even look at another place! The staff was so sweet and easy to work with, despite my never-ending questions and the chaos of planning. They worked with us to accommodate our ceremony needs and offered to help throughout it. We ended up having 3 events at the venue between Friday and Saturday. I would recommend this venue to all couples!!

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Thank you, Monika! You were one of the sweetest brides we've ever had and it was so much fun watching all of the festivities held for you and Binoy!
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    Dee H. Sent on 05/22/2023
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    Couldn't have chosen a better venue!

    Our daughter's wedding was held at The Laboratory Mill on Saturday 5/20/2023. This was the first venue we visited and when we left, my husband said we might as well cancel all other venue appointments. We didn't cancel just to see what others offered and we ended up going back to reserve this venue as we found nothing that compared. We could not be happier with the way everything turned out. The venue is absolutely breathtaking and so spacious. The rehearsal dinner was also held here, and it was every bit as wonderful. I think the most important thing to me, beyond all of this, is that the staff was phenomenal to work with. They are genuinely there to make sure the rehearsal/wedding day is exactly as you want it. They are truly accommodating by answering all your questions, helping out in any way they can, and making sure you are getting everything that you expect to get and just all-around fun to work with. I don't think these words adequately express how wonderful this place really is as a venue. In a 1-10 rating I would rate them off the charts. I highly recommend this place to anyone wanting a top-notch venue for a beautiful wedding.

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    This is the sweetest review! Thank you so much, Dee! We enjoy having nice families like yours as our guests. It was such a pleasure to meet you and help you with your daughter's wedding.
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    Jeanene R. Sent on 01/09/2023
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    Most Beautiful Venue Ever!!

    The Laboratory Mill was the venue for my daughter’s wedding and it was elegant, beautiful and perfect. The staff at The Laboratory Mill went above and beyond. They are professional and caring. They made us feel like we were more than just a client but that we were special. I can’t say enough about how great of an experience we had. You will not go wrong if you select this venue for your special day.

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Thank you, so much, for your lovely review! Our staff really tries to get to know each of our guests so we're so happy you felt the love. We truly love our "families"! Thank you for choosing us!
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    Delisa C. Sent on 12/29/2023
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    Beautiful environment and experience!

    Our daughter got married at The Mill and the overall experience was magical! The facility and staff were amazing and professional. We did not want for anything. This place makes memories that are exactly what you would want for your daughter. Photos were amazing! We danced, laughed and loved every moment. I totally recommend The Mill for your wedding if you want a fabulous experience.
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    Lea A. Sent on 04/13/2022
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    An amazing experience start to finish.

    The location is beautiful and staff is the very best! My daughter and son-in-law had an amazing wedding in March. From day one, Linda was extremely helpful and quickly responded to any questions we had leading up to the day. The day of, the staff was plentiful and amazing to ensure the wedding and reception went smooth. I would highly recommend the Laboratory Mill. You won't be disappointed.

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Thank you! Fantastic couple - I saw where that came from after working with all of you. We are so happy for them and that their "best day ever" turned out great.
    Blessings,
    Linda
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    Hannah H. Sent on 12/27/2021
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    The perfect wedding venue

    The laboratory mill is the perfect wedding venue. The inside and the outside are breathtaking. The staff is also amazing. They help you though the whole planning process and the day of. It had everything you could ever want in a venue. It is very spacious as well.

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Thank you, Hannah! We so enjoyed having you and Leyton get married here! Best wishes for a blessed and happy life together!!
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    Rabreena W. Sent on 10/26/2021
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    Couldn't have asked or wanted better!

    This place is beyond amazing and feels as though it has what anyone could ever dream about for their wedding, at least I know it did for ours! I don't know if I can say enough words about how fantastic The Laboratory Mill is, the amount of area that this place offers is simply outstanding whether you are looking to have an inside or outside wedding. There are 2 upstairs areas, 1 downstairs and then plenty of outside area, plus there are getting ready areas for both bride and groom! Not only do they offer multiple areas that can be used yet they also offer items that you can rent from them to utilize in your wedding, which is absolutely amazing! At first the price might seem like alot, but please do not let that make you weary or scare you away as there are things that usually you would have to pay an additional vendor for that is included within their price.
    Our main point of contact throughout our whole process of planning was Linda McGinnis, this woman is amazing and I absolutely love and adore he, by time it was the day of our wedding she felt more like family than anything else! She communicates clearly and often so no worries there.
    If you live within the area, the state of North Carolina, having a destination wedding here in North Carolina, or even just need a location for a family gathering please do not overlook this fantastic, beautiful and historic location!

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Congratulations Bree & Shawn & Noah! Love you guys! I am thrilled everything was great and you all had a super time.
    Thank you for all the kind words!
    Blessings,
    Linda
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    Kim H. Sent on 03/25/2020
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    . Derek and Emily Thom's Wedding

    John and Cindy have the best staff ever. Sallianne and I could not have asked for a more perfect day for Emily and Derek. I have played piano for a few weddings over the years there as you know and it was so different being on the receiving side and having everything taken care of with such dedication and attention to all the details. I cannot say enough about how please we were. Mr. Kim H. Harris
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    Savannah Sent on 09/03/2021
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    Beautiful venue

    The Laboratory Mill is such a beautiful space for a wedding, big or small. Our wedding was unexpectedly small due to Covid, but the space didn’t feel overwhelming. The Laboratory Mill staff was welcoming and quickly responsive from the start and helped ensure our wedding went smoothly despite the many bumps Covid threw in the way. Cannot recommend the Mill enough!

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Savannah we are so thrilled that everything went well and Covid didn't hamper ANYTHING! We strive to make the day as stress free as possible so our couples can have the day they have dreamed of.
    Blessings and best wishes to you and Patrick!
    Linda McGinnis
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    Savannah K. Sent on 06/18/2021
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    Amazing wedding Venue

    Everything about this venue is beautiful! The south Fork river directly behind the venue was the absolute best place to take photos at. The staff is very professional and will help you with whatever you need. They truly make it about you on your special day!

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Thanks Savannah! The river certainly does give so many opportunities for great pics. You guys were so sweet and your decor was precious with the beautiful dusty blue color. Congratulations!
    Linda
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    Michael B. Sent on 10/31/2019
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    The Perfect Venue

    The staff is Amazing! They go above and beyond for your event. Very professional and friendly staff that go the extra mile to make your day, their day. The Laboratory Mill is an Absolutely Beautiful venue which can accommodate any size event. Once you take the tour, you know this is your venue.

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Thank you so much for your support and the great work you do! We love what we do and believe anyone visiting The Mill will fall in love with her!
    Blessings,
    Linda
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    Hope C. Sent on 03/06/2020
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    Wonderful!

    Noah and I attended prom at the Laboratory Mill when we were in High School and just knew we wanted to get married there! Linda, and all of the staff at the Mill are so wonderful, and take such great care of their clients. I highly recommend the Laboratory Mill. They are the best!

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Congratulations Hope and Noah! SWEET - you, Noah, your families and the decor - that describes everything! It was our privilege to work with you and it thrills us that your wedding day was what you dreamed it would be.
    Blessings,
    Linda
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    Heidi H. Sent on 06/11/2019
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    Very responsive!

    We did not end up booking this venue but the owner was extremely helpful in answering all my questions, along with being very nice and easy to get ahold of!

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Thanks for the kind words you shared even though you chose a different venue. Being responsive and willing to answer questions is very important to us. We wish you all the best!
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    Carmen J. Sent on 04/14/2021
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    Mother of groom

    Absolutely wonderful people to work with. Anything we asked for they accommodated our families..Beautiful venue with beautiful management.

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Thanks Carmen! We strive to make everyone comfortable and stress-free! So glad you all had a great time.
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    Sarah H. Sent on 12/23/2020
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    Amazing Experience

    We just got married at Laboratory Mills on 12/19/2020. It was hands-down a wonderful experience. The employees at the Mill catered to every single thing you could think of that we would need. They were easy to get ahold of and more than helpful with every detail and question. Weddings can be super stressful but Laboratory Mills helped to ease our stress and make everything go so smoothly. We would highly highly recommend it!!

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Aww, thank you! We love our brides and families! Thank you for your review and I'm so glad our staff was able to make your day go smoothly! Blessings on a wonderful future!!
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    Taylor H. Sent on 04/21/2021
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    Amazing venue and amazing staff. Linda was extremely professional and helpful with every step of the way. Everyone went above and beyond to help us make our wedding reception experience perfect and extremely safe during COVID precautions. Cannot say enough good things about this beautiful, historic venue!

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Thank you Taylor! We are thrilled for you and Garrett. Loved working with all of you even when we weren't sure what COVID would do! Your flowers were gorgeous.
    Blessings & Best Wishes,
    Linda and all the Staff
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    Melanie E. Sent on 06/17/2021
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    Best decision

    Having our wedding at The Laboratory Mill was the best decision we made throughout planning. Our wedding was originally scheduled for 3/28/2020 and thanks to Linda, we were able to postpone and secure a new date quickly and *stress free.* The building and grounds are so beautiful and well kept. Our day went so smoothly and we had no problems. The staff and owners truly care about what they do and it shows. If we could do it all over again, we wouldn’t change a thing.

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Thanks Melanie! I hate so many couples had to postpone but thrilled we could make your journey stress free! You and Jason were wonderful to work with but the décor was a little "scary" but so much fun!!! Thanks for the pics.
    Blessings,
    Linda
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    Dustin M. Sent on 04/23/2021
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    The Laboratory Mill

    Perfect. This venue was the the perfect location for our wedding. It had everything we were looking for. From the first time we stepped onto the property to the moment we left, the Laboratory Mill was perfect.

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Hi Dustin!
    Thank you for the kind words! We loved working with you and Alicia along the way to help bring your vision to a reality! How's Lily?
    Blessings and best wishes,
    Linda and all the staff
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    Mackenzie K. Sent on 07/06/2020
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    The most perfect venue

    I can’t put into words how perfect this venue is. Our small quarantine wedding was perfect because of The Laboratory Mill

    The Laboratory Mill's reply:

    Awww, thank you MacKenzie! You and your family are just the nicest people ever! Lori told me this morning how beautiful everyone was and that your family had cleaned up and even swept the bride's room. And then said, "Can we have them back some time?!?" :-) Many blessings!
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