Wedding FAQ

1. What is the capacity for an event at Fruitlands Museum?
We can accommodate up to 260 guests combined in the tent (maximum 180 guests), Tea Room (maximum 60 guests) and the Sears Room (maximum 20 guests). There is no minimum number of guests.

2. What is the rental time?
Rentals begin at 5:00 pm and continue until 11:00 pm on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and all holidays. Weekday events are held 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

3. What does the rental fee include?
The rental fee entitles the renter to the exclusive use of the Prospect House, patio tent & adjacent grounds, tent side-walls, chandelier lighting, full set-up and use of 25 60" tables and 185 white chairs, dance floor, podium, 110V power source, one hour rehearsal (to be scheduled) prior to weddings, a bridal room, heat for the tent and use of the grounds for photography 1 hour prior to function start, a complimentary Patron Level Membership to the Museum and a museum tour for the wedding party. The rental fee does not include museum tours for guests, nor additional chairs and tables. Museum tours can be arranged for a fee and our caterer can arrange for additional tables and chairs.

4. Can I have my ceremony on site? Can I have my rehearsal on site? Is there a fee for the ceremony or rehearsal?
Yes! You may have your ceremony on site facing the breathtaking view or our gentle fountain. The rehearsal can also be on site and must be scheduled in advance. There is no additional fee for the ceremony!

5. Who is your catering company?
For the 2010 Season, Pepper's Fine Food Catering and Fireside Catering will be available for all functions held at the Museum. To inquire about about menus and service options, contact Lucille Lee, (978) 456-3924 x294 or email llee@fruitlands.org

6. How long can the band or DJ play? Music can be played for the entirety of your rental period. Please review our Good Neighbor Noise Policy.

7. How long can liquor be served?
The bar will need to shut down by 10:00 pm. This is a condition of our liquor license and cannot be adjusted.

8. Are there policies concerning dacor?
Decorations are limited to tabletop floral arrangements and ceremony arrangements. We would appreciate that no rice, confetti, silly string or birdseed are permitted inside or outside. Large plants or balloons must be approved by the Museum.

9. Is your site handicap accessible?
Yes.

10. Do you have sufficient parking on site for all of our guests?
Yes. We have multiple parking lots, handicap spaces and parking over flow on the grass beyond the parking lots. Please keep in mind that assigning a few ushers to help direct guests to parking spots as they arrive might make parking run more smoothly for everyone. This is a quick and easy assignment for a friend or family member that will make parking infinitely more organized for your guests. We will happily provide a parking attendant for you for a fee.

11. What are your vendor recommendations?
There are many fine vendors in the area that can help make your day more enjoyable. We can provide a list of photographers, bakers, DJs, bands, florists and more for you by request.