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planner } of any kind. Enjoy uninterrupted views of the florals while exchanging vows within the property’s elegant gazebo, sipping cocktails and lounging in wicker chairs on the private patio and busting a move on the dancefloor in front of the reception room’s picture window walls. Assonet, MA, ihweddings.com. Nestled in the serene woodlands of Charlestown, Meadow Brook Inn is the epitome of simple elegance. Originally built in the 1900’s, the historically rich inn, along with its stunning grounds, can accommodate any vision, from highly sophisticated to beautifully natural, while its welcoming staff can accommodate any need, from on-site coordination to in-house catering. Charlestown, RI, meadowbrookinnri.com. Blithewold: Bristol, RI, blithewold.org. The Haversham: Westerly, RI, thehaversham.com. Highfield Hall and Gardens: Falmouth, MA, highfieldhallandgardens.org. Roger Williams Park Botanical Center: Providence, RI, rogerwilliamsparkevents.com/the-botanical-center. H for Historic Charm These oldies but goodies will have you and your spouse saying, “And the rest is history.” For fans of military history, there’s no better local spot than Fort Adams. Built in the early to mid-nineteenth century, the fort’s history is only rivaled by its scenic location overlooking the mouth of Narragansett Bay. They have multiple outdoor spaces for couples looking to capitalize on Newport’s natural beauty as well as several indoor rooms with vaulted ceilings and exposed brickwork for architecture admirers. Newport, RI, fortadams.org. Not only is Plimoth Plantation dedicated to presenting history from the perspectives of both the Wampanoag people and the Colonial English settlers of the 1600s, but it is also dedicated to providing unforgettable wedding experiences. Their seasoned event planners will assist with every decision — like choosing between the stunning Hornblower Garden and the spacious Peabody Pavilion for your ceremony — while their executive chef will blow you away with his creative offerings. Plymouth, MA, plentifulcatering.com. The Squantum Association has hosted everyone from socialites to presidents to newlywed couples at its time-honored Colonial Revival-style clubhouse. But the piece de resistance is the bronze canon which sits on the venue’s beautiful front lawn and is used to kick off each wedding reception with a (literal) bang. Riverside, RI, squantumassociation.com. Highfield Hall: Falmouth, MA, highfieldhallandgardens.org. The Historic Abbey: Fall River, MA, theabbeygrill.com. The Lippitt House Museum: Providence, RI, preserveri.org. Publick House: Sturbridge, MA, publickhouse.com. Slater Mill: Pawtucket, RI, slatermill.org. 42 | ENGAGED IN SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND 2020 I for Intimate Want to write, “Join us for a small, intimate celebration” in fancy calligraphy on your invitations? These venues should suit your fancy. Set in a classic harborside tavern rich with New England charm, each of 22 Bowen’s private event spaces offer an exceptional wedding experience, regardless of the season. However, the second floor Wine Room, with its floor-to-ceiling wine racks, its windows showcasing the bustling wharf below and its access to the wraparound deck overlooking Newport Harbor, is especially prime for smaller, cozy affairs. Newport, RI, 22bowens.com. The Wine Salon, Chapel Grille’s very own private wedding space, has it all: a hilltop location, a dancefloor, a full-service bar and gorgeous French doors that give way to a secluded garden terrace. They also provide custom floor plans, locally sourced Mediterranean Italian-influenced cuisine and experienced wedding coordinators. Cranston, RI, chapelgrilleri.com. Basta: Cranston, RI, bastaonbroad.com. Belfry Inn and Bistro: Sandwich, MA, belfryinn.com. Eleven Forty Nine: Warwick, RI, elevenfortynine.com. Gracie’s: Providence, RI, graciesprov.com. Jacky’s Galaxie: Bristol, Cumberland, North Providence, RI, jackysgalaxie.com. Massimo: Providence, RI, massimori.com. J for Jaunt-Worthy If you’re not totally set on the idea of a southeastern New England wedding, these worthwhile venues are just a hop, a skip and a jump away. Allrose Farm: Greenfield, NH, allrosefarmwedding.com. Boston Opera House: Boston, MA, bostonoperahouse.com. Bellevue Barn at Carlisle Place: Jefferson, NH, bellevuebarnatcarlisleplace.net. Bill Miller's Castle: Branford, CT, billmillerscastle.com. The Glastonbury Boathouse: Glastonbury, CT, glastonburyboathouse.com. Granite Rose – Wedgewood Weddings: Hampstead, NH, wedgewoodweddings.com. Hamilton Hall: Salem, MA, hamiltonhall.org. The Lace Factory: Deep River, CT, thelacefactory.com. The Mill on the River: South Windsor, CT, themillontheriver.com. Willowdale Estate: Topsfield, MA, willowdaleestate.com. K for Knowledgeable Some of us just love to learn, so why not share that curiosity with your guests, as well? If you’re looking for a space with an atypical nautical theme (read: more shipbuilding, less blue and white stripes), the New Bedford Whaling Museum has everything you could possibly need. Their Bourne Building even houses the Lagoda, a.k.a. the world’s largest