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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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