Archive for the ‘Historic Wedding Sites’ Category

Should you be twiddling your thumbs this mid-October trying to decide when and where to get married, might I suggest late May at the Shelburne Museum?
Founded in 1947 by Electra Havemeyer Webb, who had not only a passion for American collectibles but the imagination to move 20 historic buildings to display them in, the Museum [...]

Perched above beautiful Lake George on a wonderful mountainside rests Highlands Castle.  One of the most majestic New York Wedding Venues, this one of a kind property is certainly worth visiting if you are seeking an Adirondacks wedding venue.  Hosting weddings indoors and out, Highlands Castle offers views and historic elegance that is unrivaled in [...]

Few Vermont wedding venues offer the myriad of ceremony and reception choices that Shelburne Museum does.  Wedding ceremonies can be held in one of the many garden locations(surrounded by Day lilly’s or Peonies), and your reception can be in a completely different location on the property.   One recent wedding held their breathtaking ceremony in the [...]

Looking for a unique &  affordable  location in Manhattan can be a task for some couples. The Alger House has become a favorite venue of mine to photograph.
The Alger House located in the West Village has amazing fun decor with vintage flair. Julius Caesar’s bust greets you after your walk up a long stairway until [...]

This real Vermont wedding was photographed by Spencer Leonard Photography in June 2010.  Round Barn Farm in Waitsfield, Vermont has one of the most historic round barns in all of New England.  Vermont wedding venues rarely have the hospitality and warmth that Round Barn Farm embodies.  From warm home made cookies freshly made everyday at [...]

On the shores of beautiful Lake Champlain rests one of the most awe inspiring wedding venues in all of Vermont.  Well known as a working farm and National Historic Landmark, Shelburne Farms historic Coach Barn hosts magical weddings for up to 160 guests during the summer/fall  months. This 1400 acre property is quite amazing, with [...]

The Echo Lake Inn provides the perfect backdrop for your picturesque Vermont wedding.   Centrally located in Ludlow Vermont on the shores of Echo Lake, the inn offers accommodations for up to 100 guests in charming New England style.  Epicureans will delight in this Vermont wedding venues accolades in Gourmet and Bon Appetit magazine.  Well known [...]

Vermont wedding venues rarely are as quaint, cozy, and comfortable as the West Hill House B & B.  Absolutely perfect for intimate weddings year round for 30 guests and Summer weddings up to 80 guests, the West Hill House B & B provides the quintessential Vermont wedding experience that out of town brides often seek.  [...]

If you are looking for a wonderful island wedding in New York, there is no better location than the Rams Head Inn. Located on Shelter Island between the Twin Forks on the east end of Long Island, The Rams Head Inn offers understated opulence in an unpretentious setting. All the beauty of the Hamptons without [...]

All photos courtesy of and copyright Sara Zarrella
Sara Zarrella (one of our blog contributors) is not only an exceptional  photojournalist (just look at the eye candy above!) – but very lucky! She lives in the smallest state in New England, but without doubt, one of the most beautiful.  Rhode Island is home to various [...]