Weddings

The Pierce House

Your home away from home

More than a venue, The Pierce House is where friends and family gather to create lifelong memories. Tucked just outside of Boston, the fully private mansion offers a romantic, historic backdrop for your wedding, with immaculate grounds that set the stage for a fairy tale day from start to finish. Our director, Jenn Westlund, works closely with you and your planner to ensure every detail comes together perfectly.

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Venue Amenities

At The Pierce House, every detail is designed to be yours. With exclusive private access to the entire property, you and your guests have the freedom to make this historic estate feel like it was built for your celebration. From the ceremony lawn to the tent, we invite you to customize every element of your wedding day.

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A Place to Prepare

Private dressing rooms throughout the house offer both sides of the wedding party a peaceful space to get ready, surrounded by their closest friends.

Bride and groom walking hand in hand toward a yellow house with a white porch, outdoor wedding setup with a white tent, green lawn, and trees under a blue sky.

Space for Two

Before you say ‘I do’ sneak away for your first look. The interior of the house and manicured grounds offer many locations for a private moment together ahead of the celebrations.

Guests at a wedding reception under a tent with string lights, raising glasses for a toast at a long decorated table.

Rain or Shine

New England weather can be unpredictable. Our high-peaked tent is available between late April and early November with space for up to 200 guests.

A group of six diverse people standing outdoors on grass during a wedding, with a background of trees and green foliage. They are dressed in formal attire, including tuxedos and bridesmaid dresses.

Picture Perfect Grounds

Every corner of the property offers a picture-perfect backdrop for photos, from the quiet ponds and lush woodlands outside, to the sweeping staircase and chandelier in the main foyer.

A wedding ceremony with a bride and groom exchanging vows outdoors in a lush green park surrounded by trees, with guests seated on either side.

Ceremony and Reception

Our spacious property offers plenty of room for your ceremony and reception without interruption or travel.

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Best Friends Welcome

Your wedding day should include the entire family. We’re proud to be the most dog friendly wedding venue in Massachusetts and look forward to welcoming your four-legged companions.

  • Beautiful Venue and Even More Amazing Director

    “From the moment we entered the grounds to many vendor visits, all the way to the wedding day, we felt like we were at home at Pierce House. We were able to curate the space to our specific visions, and Jen was sooo helpful throughout the whole process. She also has the cutest bulldogs on the planet, and we were actually sad the next day picking up the remaining decorations because we wanted to keep working with her. You really don't have to do much to the space to make it beautiful, and with a Director as involved and as helpful as Jen, you'll have the most fairy tale wedding day. Just a pro tip for communication: Jen is the most responsive via phone, so text or call her to inquire about meetings, and she will be at your side whether you're planning for 6 months or 2 years.”

    — Rachel C.

  • Can't recommend the Pierce House more highly!

    “Jenn at the Pierce House was one of the first people we met in planning our wedding, and her warmth instantly made us feel welcome and at ease. Between signing our contract and our big day, Jenn’s dedication became even clearer. We were particularly impressed by two things: First, Jenn spearheaded major property improvements, including beautiful landscaping updates, upgrades to the Pierce House kitchen (minimizing our caterer’s equipment needs), and polished repairs to the interior, which made the venue truly shine. Second, she partnered closely with our wedding planner, Allie from CityLux, solving challenges with impressive flexibility. Jenn quickly became a trusted confidant and friend to Allie, something that meant a lot to us. On the day of our wedding, Jenn’s joy and excitement were evident. It was clear she was fully engaged in the festivities, something we imagine could be rare given how many weddings she manages. When some last-minute challenges came up with our caterer, Jenn worked seamlessly with Allie to handle everything, keeping us blissfully unaware and focused on our celebration. Jenn was truly a dream to work with, and we hope the Town of Lincoln recognizes what a gem they have in her. Because of her, and because of the natural beauty and classic charm of the space, we couldn’t recommend the Pierce House more highly!”

    —Andrew B. & M.

  • Simply wonderful!

    “The Pierce House was the perfect venue for our wedding day. From our first meeting with Jenn, the venue manager, she made us feel like the Pierce House was our home for our wedding day. Jenn was warm, attentive, and responsive throughout the entire planning process, answering any questions we had and making helpful suggestions. On the big day itself, Jenn went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. The venue itself is simply stunning - an elegant, antique home that has indescribable charm. The grounds are immaculately kept, the porch is perfect for a first look, and the tent is fantastic. We received so many compliments from our guests on our venue choice. If you're looking for a venue where the manager treats you like family and the venue is beyond gorgeous- the Pierce House is a great choice.”

    — Hailey C.

  • Beautiful Venue!

    We chose the Pierce House for our May wedding and could not have been happier! We passed the house on a bike ride and just knew we had to get married there. Jenn was a dream to work with. She was incredibly kind and accommodating, and she worked seamlessly with our vendor team. The day of the wedding, she was such a calming and supportive presence, which really set the tone for a relaxed and wonderful day! The venue itself is amazing. We had our ceremony by the pond, cocktail hour on the porch, and our reception in the tent under the twinkle lights. It was an absolutely perfect day and was more beautiful than I ever could have imagined. Thank you Jenn!”

    — Suzanne M.

  • Jenn is incredible

    “Jenn is amazing. She went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly both before and on the day of our wedding. Pierce House itself is a lovely space. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect wedding venue and highly recommend Pierce House.”

    — Natalie

  • Magical Wedding Venue

    Jenn, the property manager at Pierce House, was absolutely wonderful to work with throughout our wedding planning process. She has a caring, kind, and welcoming demeanor that makes you feel like you've known her forever. Her dogs Remy and Cleo are also the cutest assistants. The raw, flexible space at Pierce House is truly beautiful and has a warm, homey feel that we loved and our guests loved. From the moment we toured the venue, we fell in love with the space and Jenn herself. She was so patient, kind, and helpful - we felt like we gained a friend through this experience. I could not recommend Pierce House more highly for anyone looking to get married. The venue is a truly special and magical place. Sharing a few photos on film below that won’t even begin to do it justice.”

    — Jenna P.

Two men in tuxedos holding hands, standing outdoors at a wedding reception under a white tent with string lights, smiling at the camera.
A couple getting married outdoors under a wooden canopy with white fabric. The groom is lifting the bride's veil. An officiant and guests are present, with some guests clapping and wearing traditional head coverings. The setting is a lush garden with colorful plants and trees.
Group of women gathered on a house's porch, dressed for a party or gathering, with some holding drinks, engaging in conversation.
Hanging woven baskets, green foliage, and string lights on ceiling.
White wedding reception tent with decorated tables, floral centerpieces, and string lights on the ceiling.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The tent accommodates up to 200 guests. Inside the house, the four main rooms hold up to 75 guests, which works well for a cocktail hour, a smaller seated dinner, or an indoor reception in cooler months.

  • Every rental includes 8 hours of event time (2 hours for setup, 5 hours for the event itself, and 1 hour for breakdown), private access to the property, onsite restrooms, WiFi, and on-site parking.

    Couples and wedding parties are invited to use the interior rooms to get ready.

  • Yes. Additional hours can be added at 10% of your rental fee per hour. Events can't run past 9:00 PM Sunday through Thursday, or past 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

    Please speak with our director, Jenn Westlund for more information.

  • No. The tent is a seasonal addition and is available during late May - early November. Off-season events take place inside the house and on the grounds.

  • Please visit our Rates & Availability page for updated rental availability. Please email our director, Jenn Westlund to reserve a date or request assistance.

  • You're welcome to bring in outside vendors. The Pierce House keeps a preferred vendors list of caterers, photographers, florists, DJs and bands, rental companies, and event planners who are familiar with the venue's policies and have a track record here. If you'd like to use a vendor who isn't on the list, have them contact Jennifer directly to schedule a site visit. For DJs and bands specifically, anyone not on the approved list needs to check in with Jennifer for a sound check ahead of the event to confirm they'll meet the venue's noise regulations.

  • Yes! The grounds offer three distinct ceremony locations, plus covered porches and rolling lawns for a cocktail hour.

  • Yes. The house's interior rooms work well for smaller seated dinners, and can also host a cocktail hour for larger events happening primarily under the tent.

  • We do not offer a dedicated day of coordinator; however, our director, Jenn Westlund is heavily involved throughout the entire process to ensure day of execution goes as planned.

Please take a look at our FAQs, if you have any other questions please email our director, Jenn Westlund.

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