The focal point of the mid-19th century village on the East Side of Hale Farm & Village is the Meetinghouse. Holding up to 170 guests, this quintessential structure is the perfect setting for a picturesque little white chapel wedding ceremony.
About
The Meetinghouse features heat, electricity, a basement with restrooms and other modern amenities, and a balcony that a string quartet or photographer can utilize to enhance your special day. The With free parking available in the lawn behind the Carriage Pavilion, the Meetinghouse is available for rent Monday - Sunday, both during or after public hours (June - October, 10:00am - 5:00pm).
Questions?
HFV Rentals Manager
halerentals@wrhs.org
(330) 666-3711 x1712
Preparation & Set-up
Preparation and set-up times are arranged not to interfere with the general public or museum staff. Weddings generally begin at 5:30pm with guests arriving at 5:00pm. Making your event memorable is important to us; decorations are permitted as long as no tacks, nails, staples, or tape are used. Please consult the Rentals Manager for lighting and other decorating details.
Staff & Security
Members of the Hale Farm & Village rentals staff are present at all rentals. The museum will arrange and schedule these staff members to help facilitate all aspects of your event, from set-up to tear-down.
Photography
Along with your rental, you and your photographer will have free range of both the East & West Sides of Hale Farm & Village to take one-of-a-kind outdoor photos across our 90-acre property. If you wish to take photographs inside any of our 30+ historic buildings, an additional $50 per building is requested.
Payment Policy
A 50% nonrefundable deposit is required to hold the space and date, with the balance due no later than 30 days prior to the event. Facility and staffing fees do not include catering costs.
Little White Chapel Ceremony Only
The quintessential, mid 19th-century Greek Revival Style Meetinghouse at Hale Farm & Village is the perfect setting for a charming little white chapel wedding ceremony. Daytime or evening ceremony rentals are available in the Meetinghouse, which features heat, electricity, restrooms, and a balcony that can be utilized by a photographer, DJ, or band. Within this pop-up ceremony package, you can get all the classic wedding photo ops including the cutting of the cake, traditional dances, and a champagne toast. This package also grants you and your photographer free range of our 90-acre farm and village for photos.
| 2-Hour Rental | $1,000 + tax |
Preparation & Set-up
Plan your ceremony for parties of up to 170 guests, and we will provide the seating, any necessary tables, and a sparkling toast for your wedding guests. Preparation, set-up, and arrival times must be coordinated with the HFV Rentals Manager and are determined on a case-by-case basis. It is the renter’s responsibility to provide details for all vendors. Electricty, golf cart rentals, and a bridal changing room can be made available upon request as well.
Staff & Security
Members of the Hale Farm & Village rentals staff are present at all rentals. The museum will arrange and schedule these staff members to help facilitate all aspects of your event, from set-up to tear-down.
Decorations & Entertainment
It is the responsibility of the renter and/or their vendors to hang and display decorations. No tacks, staples, or tape are permitted to be affixed to any surfaces. The renter and/or their vendors may not move items belonging to Hale Farm & Village. The renter may provide their own music for a ceremony or other purposes. Delivery of equipment and/or instruments must be arranged in advance with the HFV Rentals Manager.
