The Woodwinds at The Blackstone Library

All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $9,000

Packages

Guest capacity

Up to 475 seated guests

About this venue

The James Blackstone Memorial Library, commonly known as the Blackstone Library, in Branford, Connecticut, is a historic and elegant venue perfect for weddings. Commissioned by Timothy Blackstone to honor his father, James Blackstone, the library was designed by renowned architect Solon Spencer Beman and completed in 1896. Its classic architectural features and serene ambiance make it an enchanting backdrop for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Woodwinds Catering enhances the wedding experience at the Blackstone Library with exquisite culinary offerings and impeccable service. Their attention to detail ensures that every aspect of the wedding day is flawlessly executed, from planning to the final toast. The library’s stunning exterior, with its intricate stonework and majestic columns, provides a picturesque setting for wedding photographs. Inside, the elegant interiors with high ceilings and rich woodwork create a warm and inviting atmosphere for guests.

Seated guest capacity

75-475

Venue type

Historic Estates, Mansions
Museums, Galleries

Venue setting

Indoor
Outdoor

29 School Ground Rd, Branford, CT 06405

Our event spaces

Auditorium / Terrace

A beautiful site for special events such as wedding receptions

Features a large seated area paired with a stage. Along with the outdoor terrace this is the perfect location for your next event!

Guest capacity

75-90 Seated

75-130 Standing

Square footage

3,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Other, Cocktail hour

Room cost

$300 per hour

Rotunda / Reading Room

The Blackstone Library offers a beautiful site for special events such as wedding receptions.

The space features amazing cathedral ceilings along a beautiful marble fireplace.

Guest capacity

75-163 Seated

75-265 Standing

Square footage

4,500

Ideal for

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

Room cost

$300 per hour

Auditorium / Terrace

A beautiful site for special events such as wedding receptions

Features a large seated area paired with a stage. Along with the outdoor terrace this is the perfect location for your next event!

Guest capacity

75-90 Seated

75-130 Standing

Square footage

3,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Other, Cocktail hour

Room cost

$300 per hour

Rotunda / Reading Room

The Blackstone Library offers a beautiful site for special events such as wedding receptions.

The space features amazing cathedral ceilings along a beautiful marble fireplace.

Guest capacity

75-163 Seated

75-265 Standing

Square footage

4,500

Ideal for

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

Room cost

$300 per hour

The Woodwinds at The Blackstone Library packages

Woodwinds Winter Wedding Special

Description

Choose from our Renaissance III and Renaissance II Menus

What’s included

15 Butler Passed Hors D'ouvres
Premium Open Bar
Personalized Wedding Cake
DJ Services
Uplighting

Available services that can be provided by The Woodwinds at The Blackstone Library

Services & amenities

Bar services
Catering services
Clean up
Dance floor
Dressing room / Bridal Suite
Event coordinator
Event rentals
Event staff
Service staff
Set up
Wheelchair accessible
Wifi

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Easy to work with!
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•Jay•Aug 13, 2024
Worked with the woodwinds at the library and they were so helpful. They showed me ahead of time where I was setting up, on arrival they had a table waiting for me. They even made sure I ate (the food is delicious!!!) I hope I get to work with them in the future!