PowerHouse

Rehearsal Dinner

Post Toast

Ridgewood

Reception

First Baptist Church of Columbus

Ceremony

Our Wedding

We first connected on Hinge while earning our master’s degrees at Columbus State University. After a few days of chatting, Billy asked Clara out on a first date to Bytes & Brews, an arcade bar in downtown Columbus — and they instantly hit it off! Clara even texted her friends that night saying, “I just met my husband.” From then on, weekly dates became their thing, with Pine Mountain becoming a favorite spot — and eventually the place where Billy proposed!

We Liked Each Other's Prompts

Our Story

Photos

Maids of Honor

Madelyn Elizabeth Eysel

Rebecca Ann Mitchell

Bridemaids

Catherine Moffett Eysel

Dr. Anna Inman Lively       

Abigail Inman Sones

Jennifer Eysel Mahaffey

Sydney Victoria Ibarra

Grace Lauren Barham

Kathleen Nicole Weber

Best Men

Timothy Patrick Space

Benjamin Cole Armstrong

Groomsmen

Bremer Barton Eysel

Daniel Richard Merkel

David Bruce Kerwien Jr. 

Andres Nazario

Shaun Michael Rittweger

Michael Joseph Menhart

James Craig Wickenheisser

Wedding Party

Q & A

﻿All of the Downtown Columbus hotels listed below were chosen because of their location on the Chattahoochee River, and because they are within walking distance of all Wedding Venues except the Reception.

AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown has free bikes, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Columbus. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a business center and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking throughout and is located within walking distance of the Chattahoochee River and Columbus RiverWalk. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a closet, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Columbus Airport is 5 miles from the property. AC Hotel Columbus Downtown for 149.00 USD per night&nbsp;-&nbsp;Last Day to Book :&nbsp;Thursday, April 30, 2026

AC Hotel Columbus Downtown, GA

Located in Columbus, Hampton Inn Columbus Downtown is within walking distance from the Chattahoochee River. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM. Private parking is available on site. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. All guest rooms at Hampton Inn Columbus Downtown feature air conditioning and a desk. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. At Hampton Inn Columbus Downtown, guests are welcome to use an indoor swimming pool. Columbus Airport is 5 miles away. Hampton Inn Columbus Downtown for 169.00 USD per night&nbsp;-&nbsp;Last Day to Book :&nbsp;Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Hampton Inn Columbus Downtown

Hotel Indigo - Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, a shared lounge and restaurant in Columbus. This 3-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking throughout, and is within walking distance of the Chattahoochee River. There's an in-house bar and guests can also use the business area.There is also a rooftop restaurant that has incredible views of the Chattahoochee River! Columbus Airport is 4.3 miles from the property. Hotel Indigo for 189.00 USD per night&nbsp;-&nbsp;Last Day to Book :&nbsp;Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place, an IHG Hotel

Located in Phenix City on the Chattahoochee River and within walking distance of Downtown Columbus, Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Phenix City has accommodations with free bikes, private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center. Featuring a shared lounge, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy American dishes at the restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Hotel rooms are equipped with a desk and a TV. The hotel also has a terrace, provides a business center, and guests can use the on-site ATM machine. Staff at the hotel are available to give information at the 24-hour front desk. Columbus Airport is 5 miles from the property. Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Phenix City for 149.00 USD per night&nbsp;-&nbsp;Last Day to Book :&nbsp;Friday, May 01, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Phenix City/Riverfront

Travel

Food & Drink

A Dinglewood scrambled dog is a Columbus, Georgia, specialty featuring&nbsp;a hot dog and bun chopped into a banana split bowl, then covered with chili, shredded cheese, onions, pickles, and oyster crackers.&nbsp;

Dinglewood Pharmacy

Freeze Frame Premium Frozen Yogurt Shoppe -&nbsp;Self Serve Frozen Yogurt Shoppe&nbsp;serving premium yogurt, cheesecakes and showcasing local artwork.

Freeze Frame Yogurt Shoppe

Mix Market offers a diverse selection of flavors—from pizza to Asian-inspired dishes—all made with fresh ingredients and time-honored recipes. Enjoy your meal in an inviting atmosphere where you can pour your own drink from the self-serve tap wall.

The Mix Market

Hip, lofty hangout with sharable pub plates, 30 rotating craft beers on tap &amp; sidewalk seating.

Nonic - Restaurant and Rooftop Bar

Iron Bank Coffee is&nbsp;a unique coffee shop located in the historic Iron Bank building in Uptown Columbus, GA, offering a wide range of specialty coffees, baked goods, and light meals, as well as draft beer.&nbsp;

Iron Bank Coffee Co.

Activities

The Columbus Museum (COMU) is&nbsp;one of the largest cultural centers in the Southeast, focusing on American art and regional history of the Lower Chattahoochee River Valley, located in Columbus, Georgia.&nbsp;Situated on the former estate of industrialist W.C.&nbsp;Bradley, the museum combines the 1912 Mediterranean Revival home with a modern addition and features interactive exhibits, historical artifacts, and a collection of American paintings, works on paper, and furniture.

The Columbus Museum

A historic walking area with trails that run along the Chattahoochee River.&nbsp;

Riverwalk

The Springer Opera House is&nbsp;a historic National Landmark in Columbus, Georgia, established in 1871 as Georgia's State Theatre and a producing theater company.

Springer Opera House

Highside Market is&nbsp;an adaptive reuse of existing buildings and new construction to create a community hub for dining, shopping, and events.&nbsp;It features retail shops, restaurants, a basement bar, and an art gallery, all within a historically rich environment that hosts community events and offers green spaces for gatherings.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Clara & William

Clara & William

Registry