First Religious Society Unitarian Universalist
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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $800
Guest capacity
Up to 500 seated guests
About this venue
This iconic 1801 meetinghouse, known for its Federalist style architecture, is located within the historic district of downtown Newburyport, Ma. Its steeple, a renowned symbol of this quaint New England town, is visible from miles around. Atop the steeple sits a bell crafted by the Paul Revere & Sons foundry in 1816. Inside the meeting house, your guests will sit in the original box pews surrounded by 41 large pane glass windows which illuminate the sanctuary with natural light all year round. The meetinghouse also houses the 1834 Joseph Alley organ and an 1898 Steinway model A grand piano. The space is also set up for live streaming.
Our event spaces
Sanctuary
Enjoy our beautiful historic sanctuary in beautiful Newburyport
This iconic 1801 meetinghouse, known for its Federalist style architecture, is located within the historic district of downtown Newburyport, Ma. Inside the meeting house, your guests will sit in the original box pews surrounded by 41 large pane glass windows which illuminate the sanctuary with natural light all year round. The meetinghouse also houses the 1834 Joseph Alley organ and an 1898 Steinway model A grand piano. The space is also set up for live streaming.
Guest capacity
20-500 Seated
20-500 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
Piano, Organ, Streaming Capabilities
Room cost
800 for 4 hours
Sanctuary
Enjoy our beautiful historic sanctuary in beautiful Newburyport
This iconic 1801 meetinghouse, known for its Federalist style architecture, is located within the historic district of downtown Newburyport, Ma. Inside the meeting house, your guests will sit in the original box pews surrounded by 41 large pane glass windows which illuminate the sanctuary with natural light all year round. The meetinghouse also houses the 1834 Joseph Alley organ and an 1898 Steinway model A grand piano. The space is also set up for live streaming.
Guest capacity
20-500 Seated
20-500 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
Piano, Organ, Streaming Capabilities
Room cost
800 for 4 hours
Available services that can be provided by First Religious Society Unitarian Universalist
Services & amenities
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- Lighting/Sound
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - paid
- Wheelchair accessible
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