{"id":33947,"name":"Louisville","state_id":24,"county_id":1418,"created_at":"2019-08-20T10:41:47.523-07:00","updated_at":"2023-10-18T05:46:21.098-07:00","meta_description":"learn how to legally perform weddings in Louisville KY as an AMM Minister ","head_tag":"A guide for officiating weddings and planning ceremonies in Derby City","tagline":"Derby City Wedding Time","intro_section":"\u003cp\u003eThese days, Kentucky is known as the birthplace of Bourbon and the international fried poultry sensation KFC, but there\u0026rsquo;s more to this quiet corner of the Southern Midwest than its iconic culinary innovations \u0026mdash; the culture and history of this state is steeped thicker than a glass of your Southern grandma\u0026rsquo;s sweet tea. It\u0026rsquo;s the birthplace of Bluegrass music (so you can thank Kentucky for your folksy hipster summer Spotify playlist), the oldest horse race is the country, and everyone\u0026rsquo;s favorite A-list actor, Johnny Depp.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhile many think of Kentucky as a conservative state, it\u0026rsquo;s capitol, Louisville is a multicultural oasis, with amenities like museums, universities and a diverse array of restaurants, with the benefit of having the quaint feel of a small Southern town. So whether you\u0026rsquo;re from the area or you\u0026rsquo;re marrying a Kentuckian, we think it\u0026rsquo;s the perfect spot to kick off a lifetime of marital bliss.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eHere at AMM, it\u0026rsquo;s our job to help you take care of the logistics of your marriage ceremony, \u0026nbsp;like getting your officiant of choice licensed and obtaining your marriage license, so you can focus on planning a good old fashioned (or new fashioned) Kentucky wedding your guests will never forget. Without further ado, let\u0026rsquo;s get started.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","officiant_section":"\u003ch3\u003eSTEP 1: Get ordained with American Marriage Ministries\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eLet\u0026rsquo;s start with the ordainment process. According to Jefferson County Clerk\u0026rsquo;s website, the following persons may perform wedding ceremonies:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eClergy, justices and judges of the Court of Justice; retired justices and judges of the Court of Justice, except those removed for cause or convicted of a felony, county judge/executives; such justices of the peace and fiscal court commissioners as the Governor or the county judge/executive authorizes, and certain religious societies.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eA minister or priest, all justices and judges of the Court of Justice, justices of the peace, and fiscal court commissioners\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eDon\u0026rsquo;t fall into any of those categories? No problem. You can \u003ca href=\"/ordination-application\"\u003eget ordained with AMM\u003c/a\u003e to become an official minister in Kentucky. The process is free and takes just a few minutes.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eSTEP 2: Prepare for the Ceremony in Jefferson County\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eNow that the easy part is out of the way, we can help you prepare for the wedding ceremony itself. Being asked to officiate a ceremony is a true honor, but can feel like a lot of pressure if it\u0026rsquo;s your first time. You might like our wedding training pages, which are a great resource of information to help you prepare for your first ceremony and ensure that it goes smoothly. You\u0026rsquo;ll find everything from sample wedding ceremony scripts, to brainstorming prompts, tips for preparation, and more.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nSTEP 3: Officiate the Wedding and Complete the Marriage License\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes time to sign the marriage license, it\u0026rsquo;s the couple\u0026rsquo;s responsibility to obtain it, but just be sure to double-check that they have it in their possession before the ceremony.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn Kentucky, once you have performed the ceremony and signed the marriage license, you have successfully performed all of your functions as the wedding officiant. The couple will take care of the rest.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","couple_section":"\u003ch3\u003eFile for the Marriage License from the Jefferson County Clerk\u0026#39;s Office\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eTo obtain your marriage license, both members of the couple will have to visit the county clerk\u0026rsquo;s office at Metro Hall, 527 W. Jefferson St.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen you go, all you need to bring is:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eA form of ID for both members of the couple (drivers License, current state picture ID, or passport)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e$50 (cash, check, or credit card)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no waiting period after your application is accepted, so you can technically get married the same day that you walk into the county clerk\u0026rsquo;s office to obtain your marriage license.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","wedding_tips":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Basics\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen choosing your wedding date, you may want to plan around Louisville\u0026rsquo;s major events, which draw in crowds and hike up hotel prices. At the top of the list is, of course, the Kentucky Derby, which draws in more than 150,000 people the first Saturday of each May. It\u0026rsquo;s best to choose another weekend if you\u0026rsquo;re planning a spring wedding. Besides the Derby, be sure to comb through Louisville\u0026rsquo;s \u003ca href=\"https://www.gotolouisville.com/events-calendar/annual-events/\"\u003eevent pages\u003c/a\u003e to make sure nothing major is happening close to your venue of choice to save your guests from traffic or parking issues.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eSpeaking of venues, Louisville has a diverse array of options.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIf you\u0026rsquo;re dreaming of a more classic wedding, you\u0026rsquo;ll love venues like \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/btwnpointe/\"\u003eThe Pointe\u003c/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"https://www.theknot.com/marketplace/crowne-plaza-louisville-louisville-ky-969438\"\u003eCrowne Plaza\u003c/a\u003e. But if you want to mix it up, there are some unique, non-traditional options, as well. For the couple that loves nature, check out the \u003ca href=\"https://www.yewdellgardens.org/weddings-at-yew-dell/\"\u003eYew Dell Botanical Gardens \u003c/a\u003ein Crestwood. Or, if you really want to incorporate the spirit of Louisville, you can tie the knot at the \u003ca href=\"https://www.derbymuseum.org/museum-rental/wedding-packages.html?gclid=CjwKCAjw44jrBRAHEiwAZ9igKDmqQE5UbP_Gf_xJ4-axmmIAhifEmG0ymVSTYqcGiCpfosYg7OHk4BoC9_MQAvD_BwE\"\u003eKentucky Derby Museum\u003c/a\u003e. If it sounds a bit goofy, check out the photos -- they might change your mind.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eTransportation\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eMost Lousvillians drive to get around town, as the city\u0026rsquo;s public transit system is not the best or most reliable. If you or your guests are coming in from out of town and do not have a car, the best option is to rent one or save a little money by using rideshare services, which are available in the area.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eWeather\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eKentucky has four distinct seasons: hot, humid summers, moderately cold winters, colorful chilly autumns, and mild springs. Be warned that Kentucky is part of Hoosier Alley and storms are known to occur around April and May, so if you\u0026rsquo;re planning a spring wedding, you are running a risk, but it\u0026rsquo;s a minute one. Locals say that the best time of year to visit Louisville is during the fall when the leaves are changing and the heat of the summer heat has dissipated.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","faq":"\u003cp\u003eGot FAQs that you want to see here? Shoot us an email at info@theamm.org and we\u0026#39;ll do our research and add them!\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","content_live":true,"marriage_licensing_info":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssuance Office:\u003c/strong\u003e Metro Hall, 527 W. Jefferson St.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eFee:\u003c/strong\u003e $50\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaiting Period: \u003c/strong\u003eNone\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpiration:\u003c/strong\u003e 30 days\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturn:\u003c/strong\u003e by Couple\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","meta_description_esp":null,"head_tag_esp":null,"tagline_esp":null,"intro_section_esp":"","officiant_section_esp":"","couple_section_esp":"","wedding_tips_esp":"","faq_esp":"","content_live_esp":false,"marriage_licensing_info_esp":""}