Ask any recently engaged couple the question, “Which was more difficult, finding your soulmate or finding and agreeing on the perfect venue for your wedding?” An eyebrow-raising amount will indicate choosing the perfect venue was in fact much harder. Often overlooked during this search are colleges, universities and schools. No longer just institutions for learning, the campus setting is an ideal venue to consider for your wedding day. As you prepare to exchange your vows, consider these picturesque and unique places to Say “I Do” in the Northeast part of the United States.
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS LOWELL
Situated in Lowell, Massachusetts, one of the most distinctive destinations in central New England, University of Massachusetts Lowell is the perfect location for couples to tie the knot. Offering both indoor and outdoor spaces, this historic college town of nearly 100 years has all of the state of the art services in place to perfectly execute your ceremony. Considered a “one stop shop,” this campus also boasts an incredible Inn & Conference Center in the heart of downtown. Guests are certain to enjoy themselves all weekend long in a city that features a massive arts community, historical sites, a vibrant music scene and nationally recognized festivals throughout the year. Easily accessible from downtown Boston, Manchester and the border of Maine, it’s time to look into Lowell and let the Hospitality & Event Services team handle your big day.
HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE
Located in the scenic Pioneer Valley on a charming 800-acre campus in Amherst, Massachusetts, Hampshire College offers a rustic, unique location for the happy couple on their big day. Built in 1820, The Red Barn provides breathtaking views of The Notch and Holyoke Mountain Range and features original wide-panel flooring, post-and-beam structure and modern heating and cooling systems allowing for ceremonies any time of year. Able to accommodate up to 140 guests, the experienced and award winning staff takes great pride in providing exceptional service guiding couples through the entire planning process. Hampshire College offers convenient access to major cities throughout the Northeast making this historic venue the ideal location to celebrate.
SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY
Resting on the bank of the Merrimack River in beautiful Manchester, New Hampshire you will find the 300-acre campus of Southern New Hampshire University. This New England campus creates an unforgettable atmosphere no matter the season. Able to host most mid to large size weddings, the customizable banquet hall is the second largest venue space in all of Manchester. Convenient, resourceful and accommodating, the SNHU Event planning team will put your mind at ease handling all the of the logistics from start to finish helping you create a memorable event. Consider all that is possible on the campus of SNHU.
| University of Massachusetts Lowell Lowell, MA  | Southern New Hampshire University Manchester, NH  |
| Hampshire College | Event Services & Summer Programs Amherst, MA  | Rhode Island School Of Design Providence, RI  |
| Misselwood Events at Endicott College Beverly, MA  | Saint Anselm College Manchester, NH  |
| Colby-Sawyer College New London, NH  | Buxton School Williamstown, MA  |