Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home

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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $15,000 for off-peak dates, and $30,000 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 225 seated guests

About this venue

A wedding at Hildene is about more than being at one of Vermont’s most beautiful places. You and your guests deserve an authentic Vermont experience and you will begin that experience by walking through The Lincoln Family Home to your wedding ceremony in our historic formal garden. From high on a promontory, you look out to the Taconic Mountains to the west and the Green Mountains to the east, with stunning views of rolling fields and the famed Battenkill River Valley 300 feet below. Your guests will be treated to beautifully prepared fresh local food. Some ingredients will even have been grown at Hildene Farm. And, by having your wedding at Hildene you gain the added satisfaction of helping to support one of America’s great cultural heritage sites. The home and estate are now owned by the non-profit Friends of Hildene.

Seated guest capacity

  • 225

Venue type

  • Historic Estates, Mansions
  • Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

  • Outdoor
1005 Hildene Rd, Manchester, VT 05254

Our event spaces

Celebrations

Something old and something new is a wedding tradition at Hildene.

• Formal Gardens & Terrace Set on a high hill, Hildene's grounds offer breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and the sweeping valley below. Restored formal gardens to the rear of the house are a beautiful backdrop for a celebration. • Event Tent Hildene's seasonal tent provides a gracious setting for any gathering up to 200 people. Its support building is equipped with a prep kitchen and beautifully appointed restroom facilities. Hildene hosts a number of programs throughout the year and is also available for private use for small group dinners and corporate receptions. • Beckwith Room Hildene's Beckwith Room in the Welcome Center is especially suited for board meetings, corporate retreats and presentations. When available, half day or full day gatherings can be paired with use of the event tent for breakfasts, lunches or dinners.

Guest capacity

Up to 225 Seated

Up to 225 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Celebrations

Something old and something new is a wedding tradition at Hildene.

• Formal Gardens & Terrace Set on a high hill, Hildene's grounds offer breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and the sweeping valley below. Restored formal gardens to the rear of the house are a beautiful backdrop for a celebration. • Event Tent Hildene's seasonal tent provides a gracious setting for any gathering up to 200 people. Its support building is equipped with a prep kitchen and beautifully appointed restroom facilities. Hildene hosts a number of programs throughout the year and is also available for private use for small group dinners and corporate receptions. • Beckwith Room Hildene's Beckwith Room in the Welcome Center is especially suited for board meetings, corporate retreats and presentations. When available, half day or full day gatherings can be paired with use of the event tent for breakfasts, lunches or dinners.

Guest capacity

Up to 225 Seated

Up to 225 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Available services that can be provided by Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home

Services & amenities

  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible

Reviews

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  • Bride

    •Verified review
    •Rachel K.•Oct 10, 2024

    Carmine and Theresa at Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home, were responsive and attentive throughout the entire planning process. They were always willing to show us around the property when we stopped by for a visit, which helped us feel comfortable and confident in our decision to host our wedding there. The venue itself was simply stunning - Lincoln Hall is a wonderful addition that provided an unforgettable backdrop for our special day, even when we had to move the ceremony indoors due to rain. Carmine was our rock through the planning process, and his professionalism allowed us to forgo a planner or coordinator, as we knew he had everything covered. The team pivoted flawlessly when we had to move the event inside, ensuring our wedding day was nothing short of beautiful and memorable.

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