The Herb Lyceum at Gilson's

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All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $3,900

Guest capacity

Up to 175 seated guests

About this venue

The Herb Lyceum offers celebrations amidst the gardens and grounds of the Gilson Family Homestead. Located in scenic and historic Groton, Massachusetts, this enchanting farm comprises four acres of fragrant herb gardens, greenhouses, and flowering trees. Our country site provides a cozy setting filled with rustic charm for your most special events. Couples come to us for our excellent farm to table fare as well as our beautiful natural surroundings. Our wedding packages are designed for a stress free and seamless experience from first planning meeting to the very end of the big day (or weekend!)

Seated guest capacity

15-175

Venue type

Farms, Barns, Ranches
Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

Covered Outdoor
Outdoor

368 Main St, Groton, MA 01450

Our event spaces

Event Greenhouse

Harvest on the table & harmony in your hearts

Our 3,000 square foot greenhouse paired with wooden farm tables is your canvas - from a minimalist and chic nature vibe with herb pots, string lighting and hanging plants, to layers of lush botanical bliss, you bring your inmost vision and we help make it a reality.

Guest capacity

15-175 Seated

15-200 Standing

Square footage

3,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

String Lighting Full Power Access for your vendors Farm Tables Chairs Plates, Glassware, Flatware Heaters or Fans, depending on the season A sense of magic & reverie Event Staff to help with Setup and Breakdown

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Gardens & Grounds

Enchanting gardens in beautiful open air

Our Euro-inspired gardens and grounds provide the perfect outdoor setting for all kinds of celebrations and gatherings—from corporate luncheons and workshops to bridal shower brunches, afternoon teas, or special family birthdays. Enjoy a plated, prix fixe experience or a fanciful, family-style spread beneath the shade of a majestic hickory nut tree, on a charming fieldstone patio, or under our open-air canopy tent.

Guest capacity

Up to 50 Seated

Up to 220 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing