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Tori Nagle
Tori Nagle
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76 years in business

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Overlooking Flint Pond in Lincoln, Massachusetts, deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum offers a unique backdrop of contemporary art for an unforgettable wedding celebration. Enjoy a ceremony on our Sculpture Terrace and cocktails in the gallery of your choice. For your long-awaited dinner party, guests can wine, dine, and dance under our 57x76 Sailcloth Tent with Sides and Bistro Lighting. If inclement weather is present, this space also offers a climate-controlled indoor space for ceremonies and cocktail hours. Your guests will enjoy access to the sculpture park while celebrating with you! We can accommodate up to 100 guests in the Dewey Family Hall or 220 in our tent adjacent to the museum building.

What You'll Love About deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum

deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum is truly the perfect place to say, 'I do.' In addition to its top-notch facilities, there is always something fun for everyone to do at this one-of-a-kind wedding venue. You can visit the museum's exquisite contemporary art exhibitions with friends and family or enjoy a self-guided tour and a scavenger hunt.

FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$11,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$10,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Event Planning
Parking
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Garden
Historic Building
Museum
Park
Rooftop
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Tables
Tent Accessories

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December

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Reviews of deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum

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DeCordova is highly praised as a breathtaking and seamless wedding venue by multiple reviewers. The lush green spaces and refined atmosphere of an art museum create a unique setting, with Tori standing out as an exceptional coordinator who ensured a smooth planning process and flawless execution. Guests appreciated the variety of indoor and outdoor options, inclusive packages, and attentive staff members. The venue's beauty, professionalism of the team, and overall magical experience were highlighted, making it a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a special setting for their wedding.

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DeCordova is highly praised as a breathtaking and seamless wedding venue by multiple reviewers. The lush green spaces and refined atmosphere of an art museum create a unique setting, with Tori standing out as an exceptional coordinator who ensured a smooth planning process and flawless execution. Guests appreciated the variety of indoor and outdoor options, inclusive packages, and attentive staff members. The venue's beauty, professionalism of the team, and overall magical experience were highlighted, making it a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a special setting for their wedding.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 33 reviews
Google
4.7/5 1987 reviews
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Leah Sent on 12/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Memorable, beautiful and relaxed

deCordova was a phenomenal venue. We could not have been happier with our decision. From the ceremony terrace view to the layout and flow of the evening, our friends have been raving how much fun they had. Guests were able to come early and stroll the grounds and while we lucked out with the weather, it was such a relief to know we had a full backup plan if it rained. The planning process was thorough and smooth. Can’t express how grateful we were to work with Tori. From the first meeting until we walked into the tent, she was incredibly supportive, calm and on top of every detail. She was prepared for everything and was also so fun to have around. The staff were great and made the whole day run smoothly. Cost was clear from the start, and it was worth it - we did not have a separate coordinator and pretty much everything was included (with the exception of reception chairs and special tables). Coordination between the venue and other vendors was seamless and they worked great with our caterer (Fireside) to make sure everything was covered.
We can’t wait to come back and stroll the grounds to celebrate our anniversary.
Haviva
Haviva Sent on 01/25/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Staff and Beautiful Venue

We are so grateful we chose deCordova for our wedding. The venue is breathtaking, offering an incredible combination of lush green spaces and the refined atmosphere of an art museum. Having several beautiful indoor and outdoor options for our different events made the entire day feel seamless and unique.

Tori was a total standout and one of the best parts of the experience. She was incredibly responsive and professional, offering calm guidance when we felt lost and flawlessly executing our vision once we found it. She helped us land excellent vendors and handled every "little fire" during the planning process with total ease. On the wedding day, Tori and the staff made us feel expertly attended to and allowed us to savor every moment.

Our experience at deCordova was wonderful from start to finish. We can’t recommend them highly enough to any couple looking for a truly special setting!
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Ilan Sent on 12/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The micro-wedding of a lifetime

We wouldn’t have done our wedding any other way, it was a truly perfect. DeCordova is a stunning venue, secluded and surrounded by nature, with stunning views, and beautiful artwork. Tori was everything we could have asked for in a coordinator and was extremely responsive throughout the whole process. We really didn’t have to think about a thing on the big day. We had a 20 person wedding and despite the size of the venue it felt intimate and classy. 11/10 would recommend 10 times over.
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Ilana Sent on 06/30/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Wedding Experience

We recently had our wedding at deCordova and it was truly a magical experience. The venue is absolutely beautiful. We were able to take pictures with our favorite sculptures before the ceremony, and Tori helped us out with the golf cart to make sure we made it to every location. Most of our guests had never been to deCordova before and they were amazed at how stunning the grounds were. Tori and her team did such a wonderful job making everything come together for our wedding day, and shepherding us through the planning process. When my phone rang with a call from a vendor who was encountering some problems offsite, she asked if she could handle it, and did so swiftly and without letting me worry about whatever was happening. We cannot recommend this place and this team highly enough!
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Ben Sent on 06/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

DeCordova + Tori = Perfect Wedding

DeCordova was an absolutely beautiful venue with a combination of indoor and outdoor spots. The true star of the show was Tori. I had read this in previous previews and thought ~how could people be so obsessed with this Tori person??~…but now I get it. Just was always helpful, responsive, positive, and always helped solve problems. I could not recommend the DeCordova as a venue more and know you’ll be in good hands with Tori!
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Suellen Sent on 06/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue, Rockstar Staff

We had the most perfect wedding day at DeCordova and it is in large part thanks to all of the hard work that Tori and her team put in. Tori was an absolute rockstar - she has thought through every contingency, had helpful and specific advice every time we had a question, and was always responsive, responsible, and reassuring. We truly cannot say enough good things about Tori - whatever she is paid, she deserves 10x more. DeCordova was such a beautiful venue, whether rain or shine, and we would 100% recommend getting married there!
Jo R
Jo R Sent on 06/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Day!

I cannot say enough about our entire deCordova experience. The venue is beautiful and the people running it are exceptional. The Events Manager is a consummate professional and also one of the nicest people you will ever meet. Her staff is top notch and everyone there is committed to making your event the absolute best. Our son’s wedding was flawless and truly the perfect day.
J
Julia Sent on 12/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect August Wedding

Tori and her team were amazing, celebrating our love with care and respect!
Caleb
Caleb Sent on 12/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Say YES! Experienced and Flexible Visionaries

Tori and her team helped us pull off the perfect wedding. Wonderful venue, experienced team and vendors - we would highly recommend this to any couple looking to have a unique yet classic wedding experience for their guests.
Shay
Shay Sent on 11/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Decision We Made!

DeCordova was our number one pick the first time we visited. We just loved everything about it the minute we saw it. Our love continued to grow as we met with the incredible Tori Nagle. Tori is not only amazing at her job, but she's also a wonderful human being. We felt so well taken care of throughout the entire planning process working with her. She helped us find our catering team, florist, and month of planner. The team she helped put together was an absolute dream. Everyone at deCordova was an absolute pleasure to work with and I'm sure I was not the easiest bride. I had to visit the venue a few times with my family to get everyone on board for my vision, and each time, we met and talked with the loveliest people. I could keep talking about how much I loved this venue for ages. I really do not think you could go wrong booking your wedding here. I wish I could book another one just to hang out with Tori again!
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Krista Photography Krista Photography Wedding Photographers

By far, one of our very favorite venues to photograph! It's ever changing, and there is so much variety and opportunity for incredible images. Not to mention the staff is kind, helpful, and so easy to work with. We heart the deCordova!

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deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum frequently asked questions

deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Event Planning
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Museum
  • Park
  • Rooftop
  • Waterfront
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Reception
  • Rehearsal Dinner
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
  • Tent Accessories
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.8 in flexibility and 4.7 in value.
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