FAQs

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What time should we get to the museum for the ceremony?

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The venue will be open for our use at 6 pm, and we request that you arrive as close to 6 pm as possible. Prior to the ceremony a selection of passed hors d'oeuvres and drinks will be available to hold us over until dinner is served. The ceremony will start promptly at 6:30 pm. After the ceremony concludes please enjoy more appetizers and drinks as you explore the museum before dinner.

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Is there parking at the Harvard Museum of Natural History?

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Yes, there is complementary parking available. The venue is requesting advance notice so please let us know if you plan to drive yourself to ensure the smoothest process when arriving to the ceremony.

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Do you have a hotel block for guests?

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Yes we do! There is a block set aside for our guests at Le Meridien Boston Cambridge Hotel with a discounted rate that is available on both Friday September 13th and Saturday September 14th. Under the travel tab there is a link that will allow you to book directly or you can call the hotel directly to book. It is important to book your room AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, and BEFORE AUGUST 14, 2024 in order to receive the discounted rate.

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Will there be dancing after dinner?

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Unfortunately no, due to restrictions from the museum that mandate no dancing occurs in order to protect the museum exhibits.

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If there's no dancing at the museum, where's the after party?

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The newlyweds are planning to have a nightcap at Le Meridien after the ceremony in the hotel bar area so that all guests (even those with young children) can attend. After that, we plan to hit the night scene in Harvard Square!

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If we don't have a car or don't plan to drive around town, what's the easiest way to get around?

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Ride share: Ride share apps like Uber and Lyft are available and super easy to use! Rides around town often vary in price from $15-$40 depending on the distance you want to travel and the time of day the ride is requested. Subway: Another option depending on where you want to go is using "the T" or the train system. The different rail lines are named by color (red, green, orange, blue, and silver). The Apps "Boston T Map," "Boston T," and "Mapway" are all useful for planning trips on the T. A one trip ticket costs $2.40. Find a link to the MBTA website under the Travel tab. Blue bikes: BlueBikes are also available throughout the city and can be used with the "Bluebikes" app. A 30 minute ride costs $2.95 while a 24 hour day pass costs $10. Walking: Depending on how far you're going walking is also a great option! Boston is incredibly pedestrian friendly with lots of sidewalks and clearly marked crosswalks. If you're able to tolerate the occasional horn honking then walking is for you!

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What is there to do in Boston?

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There are so many things to do! We've highlighted some tourist options as well as our favorite restaurants in the Cambridge, Brookline, and Boston area under the "Things to Do" tab. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!

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What are your favorite places to eat?

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Boston has a lot of really delicious food! Breakfast: Cambridge area: Sofra, Uncommon Grounds, Bluestone Lane, Flour Bakery, Clover Brookline: Zaftigs, Bare, Temptations Cafe, Paris Creperie, Bruegger's Bagels Lunch & Dinner: Cambridge: Red Lentil, Alden & Harlow, Row 34, Felipe Taqueria, Cafe Sushi Brookline: Barcelona, Maguro, Prairie Fire, Lemongrass, Bottega di Capri Boston: The Salty Girl, Krasi, Casa Romero, Mariel

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What color are the bridesmaids dresses?

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The bridal party is wearing light purple dresses similar in color to a natural amethyst.

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Is there a rehearsal dinner the night before?

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We are not doing a formal rehearsal dinner. We have decided to reserve the night before the ceremony for our families to become better acquainted.