Block Island Maritime Institute

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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $5,000 for off-peak dates, and $7,000 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 160 seated guests

About this venue

Block Island's best kept secret for weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners or just welcome receptions. BIMI has outdoor aquariums and touch tanks that offer a unique cocktail reception experience for your guests.

Seated guest capacity

  • 40-160

Venue type

  • Aquariums, Zoos
  • Beaches, Waterfront Settings

Venue setting

  • Covered Outdoor
  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
216 Ocean Ave, Block Island, RI 02807

Our event spaces

Cove Room

Learn to Love Block Island

This space features the 2,000 sq ft Cove Room with a built-in bar, dance floor and AV system plus a 800 sq ft covered porch and 1/4 acre lawn that overlooks Block Island's Great Salt Pond

Guest capacity

40-160 Seated

40-250 Standing

Square footage

2,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Chairs and tables Large catering kitchen Built-in bar area Dance floor AV System

Room cost

7,000

Cove Room

Learn to Love Block Island

This space features the 2,000 sq ft Cove Room with a built-in bar, dance floor and AV system plus a 800 sq ft covered porch and 1/4 acre lawn that overlooks Block Island's Great Salt Pond

Guest capacity

40-160 Seated

40-250 Standing

Square footage

2,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Chairs and tables Large catering kitchen Built-in bar area Dance floor AV System

Room cost

7,000

Available services that can be provided by Block Island Maritime Institute

Services & amenities

  • Event rentals
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Wifi

Reviews

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  • The best venue!

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    •Kate•Jan 28, 2025

    We loved getting married at BIMI. It was great to be on the water and have an indoor and outdoor location. BIMI comes with its own tables, chairs, bar, kitchen, and dance floor as well as a back porch and lawn. We were able to personalize the venue to our needs for decorations. You also know when you’re getting married there that you’re supporting a great cause, as BIMI uses the funds for maritime education and programs on Block Island!

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