Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County

8 Church Circle,
Annapolis, MD 21401
A Circuit Court building in Annapolis, Maryland featuring a clock tower and an American flag.

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Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County

8 Church Circle
Annapolis, MD 21401

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Year Round

Parking Info:

Parking is often available in the neighborhoods south of Church Circle, and a paid parking garage is available west of Church Circle on Calvert Street.

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Important Photography Limtations at Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County

Strictly no more than 18 guests, including your photographer. No more than 2-4 minutes, at most, for portraits inside the courthouse chapel, and on busy days you may be rushed out of the chapel immediately. The chapel space is also very small, dramatically limiting the options your photographer has for angles of your nuptials.

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About  Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County

The Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County in Annapolis, Maryland is a historic and picturesque location for couples looking to exchange vows in a civil marriage ceremony. Built in 1903, the courthouse is a stunning example of Beaux-Arts architecture and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Located in the heart of downtown Annapolis, the courthouse is a popular tourist destination and has been featured in several movies and television shows, including “The Practice” and “The Wire.”

One of the benefits of holding a civil marriage ceremony at the Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County is the convenience of being able to obtain a marriage license and schedule a ceremony time all in one location. The process is straightforward: couples can apply for a marriage license at the courthouse and then schedule a ceremony time with the Clerk of the Circuit Court. Ceremonies are typically held on weekdays during business hours. Additionally, the courthouse offers a unique and historic backdrop for wedding photos. The courthouse chapel itself is also quaint a elegant, and provides beautiful natural light, as well as excellent opportunities for photographers to use flash lighting to produce big, soft shadows.

However, there are some challenges to holding a civil marriage ceremony at the courthouse. For example, ceremony guests are limited to a maximum of 18 people with no exceptions, and there may only be a few short moments available to take photos in the courthouse chapel after the ceremony. Couples may want to consider alternative locations nearby for portraits with friends and family once the ceremony is finished, such as Acton Cove and Downtown Annapolis.

It’s important to note that in Maryland, holding a civil ceremony in the courthouse is not required. Once a marriage license has been obtained, anyone may officiate your wedding in any location of your choosing. However, for couples who appreciate the history and beauty of the courthouse, it can be a wonderful location to exchange vows and begin their new life together.

Other Locations for Photography in Annapolis, Maryland

Acton’s Cove Waterfront Park

Permit: No
14 South St,
Annapolis, MD 21401
A couple admiring the waterfront view in Annapolis, Maryland.

Anchor Inn

Permit: No Portraits
7617 Water Oak Point Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
A bride and groom kiss in front of a sunset at Anchor Inn, Maryland.

Annapolis Maritime Museum

Permit: No Portraits
723 Second St
Annapolis, MD 21403
A bride and her bridesmaids pose in front of a boat at Annapolis Maritime Museum in Maryland.

Annapolis Waterworks Park

Permit: No
270 Defense Hwy
Annapolis, MD 21401
Nestled in Annapolis Waterworks Park, a dam stands surrounded by lush green trees, while a calm river meanders beneath the clear sky.

Annapolis Wedding Chapel

Permit: No Portraits
1625 Old Generals Hwy
Annapolis, MD 21401
A small white building for the Annapolis Wedding Chapel with a sign out front and winter trees in the background.

Atreeum at Soaring Timbers

Permit: No Portraits
610 N Bestgate Rd
Annapolis, MD 21401
A woman is holding a microphone and smiling in Annapolis, Maryland.

Beverly Triton Nature Park

Permit: Yes
1202 Triton Beach Rd
Edgewater, MD 21037
A man standing on a rock in the water at Beverly Triton Nature Park, Maryland.

Chesapeake Bay Foundation

Permit: Yes
6 Herndon Ave
Annapolis, MD 21403
A large building in Annapolis.

Downtown Annapolis

Permit: No
Main St
Annapolis, MD 21401
A black and white photo of a couple hugging in downtown Annapolis.

Great Frogs

Permit: No
3218 Harness Creek Rd
Annapolis, MD 21403
A vineyard in Annapolis, Maryland.

Historic London Town & Garden

Permit: Yes
839 Londontown Rd
Edgewater, MD 21037
A historic red brick house sits in the middle of a grassy field near Annapolis, Maryland.

Jonas and Anne Catharine Green Park

Permit: Yes
2001 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd
Annapolis, MD 21409
A couple walking along the shore of a lake in Jonas and Anne Catharine Green Park, Maryland.

Quiet Waters Park

Permit: No
600 Quiet Waters Park Rd
Annapolis, MD 21403
A white bridge at Quiet Waters Park with trees and autumn leaves in the background.

Acton’s Cove Waterfront Park

Permit: No
Location Type:
Boardwalk, Park, Waterfront

Anchor Inn

Permit: No Portraits
Location Type:
Event Venue, Waterfront

Annapolis Maritime Museum

Permit: No Portraits
Location Type:
Event Venue, Museum, Waterfront

Annapolis Waterworks Park

Permit: No
Location Type:
Nature Center, Park, Rustic

Annapolis Wedding Chapel

Permit: No Portraits
Location Type:
Chapel, Event Venue

Atreeum at Soaring Timbers

Permit: No Portraits
Location Type:
Event Venue

Beverly Triton Nature Park

Permit: Yes
Location Type:
Beach, Park, Waterfront

Chesapeake Bay Foundation

Permit: Yes

Downtown Annapolis

Permit: No
Location Type:
Historic, Urban, Waterfront

Great Frogs

Permit: No
Location Type:
Farm, Vineyard

Historic London Town & Garden

Permit: Yes

Jonas and Anne Catharine Green Park

Permit: Yes
Location Type:
Beach, Park, Waterfront

Quiet Waters Park

Permit: No
Location Type:
Event Venue, Park, Waterfront

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