Ella & Peter in Minneapolis, MN

The Bride Ella Brown, 29, a strategic advisor for the United Nations The Groom Peter Daniels, 29, a Spanish teacher The Date September 17 Wanting to marry near the water, The Mill City Museum was the perfect venue for Ella and Peter. It's situated right on the Mississippi River and was conveniently located for out-of-town guests. The whole affair was warm and relaxed, with dinner and decor designed to feel like an upscale picnic. Guests still talk about the comfort-food menu that featured fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, walleye sliders, lemonade and pie.

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