The Virginian Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

Wedding Day

Fall

Our Wedding

Madison and Rob first met while working at the same company, PowerSchool, in downtown Roanoke. Rob was the software engineering manager and had been at the company for several years. Much to his delight, in October of 2018, Madison was hired to be a technical recruiter for the Roanoke office. They would say hello whenever they had the chance, but he was on the third floor and she was on the second so with the exception of a business lunch, they had little opportunity for interaction. Then due to her breaking her ankle two weeks into her new position, it wouldn’t be until March of 2019 until the two really got a chance to hang out. In March 2019, PowerSchool hosted a March Madness happy hour in the office where he was finally afforded the opportunity to really chat with her. Along with other coworkers, they headed directly across the street from their office to what was then Deschutes Brewery, now Olde Salem Brewing. Needless to say, they had an absolute blast and have been inseparable ever since… and so the love story began. Both are passionate about craft cocktails, food, music and traveling. They even bought a camper where they continue to make memories and have more fun than any two people should be allowed to have together… even when working remotely across from one another on the tiny kitchen table for a month in Key West. Rob proposed on April 20, 2024 at Boyd's Campground in Key West, FL where he surprised her by flying family in for the big event! Madison just thought they were getting ready to show them around the campground until Rob got down on one knee at the Tiki Lounge by the pool. The couple continued to celebrate the remainder of the vacation!

Our Story

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Maid of Honor Nataleigh Brown   Bridesmaids Morgan Bowles Danielle Carr Amanda Martin Samantha Mieszanek   Best Man Travis Jenkins   Groomsmen Ben Carroll Scott Carroll Ben Fraley Jerome Jacobsen Haden Sellers   Parents of the Bride and Groom Dennis and Gina Brown Lyn Higginbotham Carl Higginbotham celebrating from heaven

Wedding Party

Q + A

If you’d like to stay on-site at The Virginian, please use the linked website to book your room. Our room block is available until August 26, 2025. Please note that availability is limited—if no options are shown, let us know, and we’ll reach out to the sales manager for assistance. Thank you! <a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/rooms/?ctyhocn=LYHCUQQ&amp;arrivalDate=2025-10-10&amp;departureDate=2025-10-12&amp;groupCode=BROHIG&amp;room1NumAdults=1&amp;cid=OM%2CWW%2CHILTONLINK%2CEN%2CDirectLink" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">BOOK HERE</a>

The Virginian Lynchburg, Curio Collection by Hilton

If you’d like to stay at Tru by Hilton, please use the linked website to book your room. Our room block is available until September 8, 2025. Please note that availability is limited—if no options are shown, let us know, and we’ll reach out to the sales manager for assistance. Thank you! <a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/rooms/?ctyhocn=LYHRURU&amp;arrivalDate=2025-10-10&amp;departureDate=2025-10-12&amp;groupCode=90x&amp;room1NumAdults=1&amp;displayCurrency=USD" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">BOOK HERE</a>

Tru by Hilton Lynchburg

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Lynchburg

Travel

Restaurants in Downtown Lynchburg: Bootleggers <a href="https://bootleggersburger.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://bootleggersburger.com/</a> Take a peek into this buzzing Bluffwalk restaurant to enjoy a wide selection of appetizers, gourmet burgers, and beers. The menu features fresh salads plus inventive twists on classic sandwiches, seasoned fries, adult milkshakes, and desserts. My Dog Duke's Diner <a href="https://mydogdukesdiner.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://mydogdukesdiner.com/</a> My Dog Duke’s Diner has all the charm of a friendly hometown diner in a modern, trendy restaurant. With everything from classic breakfast food on their ‘eggs &amp; such’ menu to scrumptious ‘sweet stuff,’ it’s easy to see why this place is always packed. They keep Lynchburg well fed by serving breakfast, brunch, and lunch daily. RA Bistro <a href="https://www.rabistro.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.rabistro.com/</a> Features seasonally-inspired American cuisine, including steaks, salads, and sweet potato fries. The sophisticated atmosphere is built around the 75-year-old commercial dry cleaning building with open truss ceilings, painted brick, cityscape art, front and back patios, and a Turkish tree root Martini bar. No. 7 Rooftop Bar<a href="https://www.7rooftopbar.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.7rooftopbar.com/</a> Located directly above the bluffwalk, No. 7 offers breathtaking views of Downtown Lynchburg and the James River. The vibrant art placed throughout the interior blends perfectly with the view of stars from the retractable roof and the warm glow of the fire. Pick your drink from an extensive wine list, or sit back and enjoy some delicious food with a view like no other. The Skyline Grill<a href="https://skylineatthevirginian.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://skylineatthevirginian.com/</a> Offering exceptional views of the city both inside and out, you’ll enjoy comforting food, exceptional service, and a cozy atmosphere when you dine here. This contemporary rooftop bar offers a lively environment for enjoying good food with good friends. Enjoy fire-roasted artisanal flatbreads, hearty salads and sandwiches, and a variety of tapas plates in the unique dining room in the heart of Downtown Lynchburg. The Water Dog<a href="https://www.thewaterdog.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thewaterdog.com/</a> Step into this riverside taphouse nestled between the James River the Bluffwalk to try one of 36 craft beers paired with oysters, grilled cheese, burgers, and more. With a 2,000-square-foot patio, you can enjoy outdoor seating and music on the edge of Riverfront Park.

Madison & Rob

Madison & Rob

M&R

Wedding Day