{"id":8822,"name":"High Point","state_id":42,"county_id":2133,"created_at":"2019-08-20T10:34:18.236-07:00","updated_at":"2023-10-29T10:14:58.329-07:00","meta_description":null,"head_tag":null,"tagline":null,"intro_section":"\u003cp\u003eSo you\u0026rsquo;re getting hitched in High Point. First of all, congratulations! You\u0026rsquo;ll love everything about this down-home North Carolina city, from its theaters, art galleries, and museums to the escape rooms and butterfly farms. If you\u0026rsquo;re a beer enthusiast, you\u0026rsquo;ll enjoy hanging out at \u003ca href=\"https://www.browntruckbrewery.com/\"\u003eBrown Truck Brewery\u003c/a\u003e. Here you can chat with locals of all ages and backgrounds while sipping the local hand-crafted beer. One of the most remarkable attractions of High Point is the \u003ca href=\"https://www.visitnc.com/listing/9SZB/world-s-largest-chest-of-drawers\"\u003eWorld\u0026rsquo;s Largest Chest of Drawers\u003c/a\u003e. Close to 40-foot high, the monument, originally erected in 1926, represents the city\u0026rsquo;s furniture industry.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYou\u0026rsquo;ll have a fun time planning all the fun activities, but let\u0026rsquo;s first deal with the logistical aspects of your wedding. AMM is here to guide you through getting married in High Point, from ordaining your chosen minister to completing the marriage license.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\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 the Guilford County Clerk\u0026rsquo;s website, those permitted to solemnize weddings include:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026ldquo;...ordained ministers of any religious denomination, a minister authorized by a church, a magistrate, or a federally- or state-recognized Indian Nation or tribe.\u0026rdquo;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIf you\u0026rsquo;re not registered to perform marriages in North Carolina, you can get ordained with AMM to fall within the priest or minister category. The process is free and takes just a few minutes.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nWhen it comes time to perform your duties as the officiant, Guilford County may ask you to present documentation (which AMM provides for a fee). You can call the county clerk\u0026rsquo;s office before you perform the ceremony to ask if they require you to bring the certificate in person. Having credentials in hand is always a good idea.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nStep 2: Prepare for the Wedding Ceremony in Guilford County\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nNow that the formal application process is out of the way, we can help you prepare for the more personal aspects of officiating the wedding ceremony. Being asked to officiate a ceremony is an honor but requires a bit of preparation. You may want to check out our wedding training pages, which are a library of information to help you prepare for your first ceremony and ensure that it goes smoothly.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nHere you can find everything from sample wedding ceremony scripts to brainstorming prompts, preparation tips, and more.\u0026nbsp;\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\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nAs the wedding officiant, your job is to perform the marriage as requested by the couple. That also entails confirming that the couple promises to take each other as married spouses with verbal consent, then sealing with your and their signatures.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nOnce that\u0026rsquo;s taken care of, you have successfully married the couple and fulfilled your legal duties as the wedding officiant. Congratulations!\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","couple_section":"\u003cp\u003eNow let\u0026rsquo;s turn to the couple\u0026rsquo;s responsibilities. First, both applicants must apply together in person at the Register of Deeds Office, provide valid photo ID, and present their Social Security Numbers. The marriage license fee is $60, and once signed, it is good for 60 days.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eTo save some time at your appointment, first complete the \u003ca href=\"https://rdlxweb.guilfordcountync.gov/marriage/marriageform.php#no-back-button\"\u003eonline marriage license application\u003c/a\u003e.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen you go, don\u0026rsquo;t forget to bring:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eValid ID (Passport, Driver\u0026rsquo;s License, State or Military ID)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eSocial Security Number (No card necessary)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e$60 cash, check or debit card\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\t\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n","wedding_tips":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Basics\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nDo you want your wedding in a Fairy-Tale setting? Castle McCulloch sets the vibe for a romantic medieval European-styled wedding venue. You are sure to be enchanted by the elegance and grandeur inside these magical castle walls. JH Adams Inn is a venue popular with both tourists and locals. Here you\u0026rsquo;ll receive world-class wedding planning services, plenty of accommodation options for guests, and excellent dining from the helpful catering staff. If you are in search of an outdoor wedding venue, check out the nearby Adaumont Farm. This scenic 500-acre farm features a rustic barn complete with antique chandeliers and wood paneling, plus plenty of space for 300+ guests.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nTransportation\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nHigh Point has a well-functioning transit system comprising 25 bus lines that will take you within walking distance of the main attractions. If you prefer taking a car, taxi and rideshare services should be available.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nWeather\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nYou get to enjoy all four seasons in North Carolina. It snows for about four days every winter but doesn\u0026rsquo;t stay too cold for long. Fall and spring are gorgeous for weddings here. In springtime, the flowers are blooming everywhere, and the fall is just as picturesque. Summers can be hot and humid in July and August, but nothing unbearable.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","faq":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I get married right away once I have the license?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nYou can get married as soon as the license is issued. Once you apply and are approved for the marriage license, there is no waiting period.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the marriage license expire?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThe marriage license will expire within 60 days, so it is essential to get married within that time, or you have to pay the fee and apply again.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo both my partner and I have to go to the office to apply?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nYes, you both need to show up to apply for the license with the necessary ID and documentation.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo marriage license applicants need to provide a social security card?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nNo, but they do need to be able to provide the social security number.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","content_live":true,"marriage_licensing_info":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssuance Office:\u003c/strong\u003e 201 West Market Street\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eFee:\u003c/strong\u003e $60\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaiting Period:\u003c/strong\u003e None\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpiration: \u003c/strong\u003e60 days\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturn: \u003c/strong\u003eby Couple or Officiant\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\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":""}