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Fenimore Farm
Fenimore Farm
Fennimore
Fennimore
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Bride
LCJC
LCJC
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Farmers lawn
Place settings
Place settings
Louis C. Jones Center
Louis C. Jones Center
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
Fenimore Art Museum
Fenimore Art Museum
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
Empire State Carousel
Empire State Carousel
Empire State Carousel
Empire State Carousel
Empire State Carousel
Empire State Carousel
Empire State Carousel
Empire State Carousel
Empire State Carousel
Empire State Carousel
Empire State Carousel
Empire State Carousel
Lakeside Lawn
Lakeside Lawn
Terrace Gardens
Terrace Gardens
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
Empire State Carousel
Empire State Carousel
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
Louis C. Jones Center
Louis C. Jones Center
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
Louis C. Jones Center
Louis C. Jones Center
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
Louis C. Jones Center
Louis C. Jones Center
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
Louis C. Jones Center
Louis C. Jones Center
Louis C. Jones Center
Louis C. Jones Center
Amber J. Photography
Amber J. Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
Amber J. Photography
Amber J. Photography
Amber J. Photography
Amber J. Photography
Amber J. Photography
Amber J. Photography
Amber J. Photography
Amber J. Photography
Amber J. Photography
Amber J. Photography
Amber J. Photography
Amber J. Photography
Amber J. Photography
Amber J. Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
Jen Pecka Photography
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Photo by Jen Pecka Photography
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Empire State Carousel
The Empire State Carousel
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
Lakeside Amphitheater
Lakeside Amphitheater
Lakeside Amphitheater
Lakeside Amphitheater
Lakeside Amphitheater
Lakeside Amphitheater
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
Garden Terrace at Fenimore
Garden Terrace at Fenimore
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
Lakeside Lawn at Fenimore
The newlyweds
The newlyweds
Having fun
Having fun
Women
Women
Sweet couple
Sweet couple
Lovely couple
Lovely couple
Together forever
Together forever
The bride and groom
The bride and groom
Sweet moment
Sweet moment
Sunset
Sunset
Lovely couple
Lovely couple
Wedding ceremony
Wedding ceremony
Reception hall
Reception hall
Newlyweds
Newlyweds
The look of love
The look of love
The groom
The groom
Sweetest moment
Sweetest moment
Flower arrangement
Flower arrangement
The bride
The bride
Cute boy
Cute boy
Colorful reception area
Colorful reception area
Wedding couple and guest
Wedding couple and guest
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
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The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Fenimore Art Museum
Fenimore Art Museum
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
Lakeside Amphitheater
Lakeside Amphitheater
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
Fenimore Art Museum
Fenimore Art Museum
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Empire State Carousel
The Empire State Carousel
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
Lakeside Amphitheater
Lakeside Amphitheater
Lakeside Amphitheater
Lakeside Amphitheater
The Farmers' Museum
The Farmers' Museum
Garden Terrace
Garden Terrace

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About

On the shores of Otsego Lake, in scenic Cooperstown, New York, Fenimore Farm and Fenimore Art Museum offer an assortment of sophisticated venues featuring extraordinary architecture with breathtaking views. Whether you are looking for an elegant and formal celebration or a more casual affair, the Museums offer a variety of beautiful backdrops and event spaces to help create a unique and memorable venue that will accommodate everyone's special occasion.

Facilities and Capacity

The Museums' event spaces welcome groups for ceremonies in the historic Cornwallville Church or Lucy B. Hamilton Amphitheater. Receptions can be held in the Louis C. Jones Center, Lakeside Lawn, or Fenimore Terrace. Cocktail hour on the Fenimore Terrace, at the Empire State Carousel, or a rehearsal dinner at Bump Tavern. All are situated in astonishing settings. Selected venues can accommodate guests with parties of up to 225.

Services Offered

Fenimore Farm and Fenimore Art Museum offer ample parking, internet access, and a limited number of tables and chairs. We provides clients with a list of pre-approved and preferred local vendors to address all your special occasion needs.

What You'll Love About Fenimore Farm

Couples praise the versatility and beauty of this venue's ceremony and reception settings. The team's patience and professionalism helping the event run smoothly. Check out our fabulous reviews to hear how others used the spaces to make their day magical.

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Frequently asked questions

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?

$6,000

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

$6,000

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

Yes

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

$1,500

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

$1,500

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

Parking

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

20

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

9

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Banquet Hall
Barn
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Historic Building
Museum
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Event Rentals
Wifi

What event items are available?

Chairs
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

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
April
November
December

Reviews of Fenimore Farm

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Maya
Maya Sent on 10/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue

My husband and I got married at the Farmers' Museum last week and had an absolutely lovely wedding. We fell in love with the venue from the moment we saw it and knew it was where we wanted to spend our day. We did our ceremony at the chapel, cocktail hour at the carousel and reception in the Louis C Jones Center and were so happy with how everything went. The venue is beautiful, cozy and intimate and looked particularly stunning with the autumn leaves (although it is beautiful year round!). Jesse is wonderful to work with- he is super communicative, friendly and helpful, which was especially valuable for us as we were planning our wedding remotely from NYC. He helped us find several of our vendors that he had worked with (who were all wonderful) and was there on the day of to guide everything smoothly- he even rescued my bouquet from where I had left it literal minutes before the wedding ceremony! So many guests commented on how beautiful, unique and charming the Farmers' Museum is as a wedding venue- I highly recommend this to other couples looking for a venue! We will always have a special place for the Farmers' Museum and cannot wait to visit again soon!
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Erin Sent on 09/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful ceremony at Fenimore Museum

We had our ceremony at the amphitheater at Fenimore Museum. The lake backdrop was gorgeous and the ceremony went off without a hitch. Jesse Goldfinger was our events coordinator and he did a wonderful job at keeping everything organized and keeping in constant communication with us prior to the big day.
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Jessica
Jessica Sent on 10/27/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great Venue

So glad we went with this venue. We were able to create our dream wedding. We rented out the church and LCJ Center, but because guests walk to the church they are able to see the entire Farmer's Museum. My wedding coordinator worked with Katie, who did a great job ensuring everything was in order. Katie was able to advise on the best areas for cocktail hour and even make suggestions to streamline our ceremony/reception timeline. I would highly recommend this beautiful venue.
Tara
Tara Sent on 10/23/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Fabulous experience at Fenimore Art Museum!

As locals to Cooperstown, we knew right away we wanted our ceremony on the back patio of the beautiful, historic, Fenimore Art Museum. The lovely building and grounds coupled with the scenic backdrop of Otsego Lake make this a premier ceremony location. A big thank you to Fenimore's Operations Assistant, Katie Cole, who was responsive, professional and delivered a "can-do" attitude while providing exceptional service!
Michelle
Michelle Sent on 10/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue with great event coordinator

We had a wonderful wedding at the Fenimore/Farmer's Museum. The event spaces available are beautiful and the vendors available are easy to work with (particularly Mark who rents their tents & lighting). Our guests loved our cocktail hour at the Carousel. The event coordinator Katie went above and beyond to make sure our day was 0 stress and I am so grateful for all her help. She was flexible, easy to work with, and I do not think our day would've gone as smoothly without her.
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Richard Sent on 08/09/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Everything was perfect!

We had our ceremony in the amphitheater at the Fenimore Museum and we had our reception at the Louis C. Jones Center for the Farmer's Museum. It was most beautiful and elegant setting. Katie, the operations assistant who helped us plan our event, was a pleasure to work with--very responsive and helpful.
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Maria Sent on 02/28/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Attention to detail

When I contacted Anne, she was very thorough, explaining all the options we had and how they could be tailored to our needs. We traveled to the Farmer's Museum and were greeted by Anne, she arranged a tour of the facilities and answered all our questions in detail. We were never rushed. Anne addressed our concerns and assisted us with the coordination of vendors. The event was beautiful and the room was set-up perfectly!
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 02/27/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Such a special place!

Getting married at the Fenimore Art Museum was amazing! Standing under the chuppah, looking out over the lake is a memory I will always treasure. We took our photos down near the Iroquois Hut on the banks of the lake. Breathtaking. The lawn is quiet and secluded, making for an unforgettable wedding. Planning our special day at the Fenimore Art Museum was a breeze because of Anne's easy-going and kind approach. We emailed her with a lot of questions, and she always responded with great suggestions. I would highly recommend getting married at the Fenimore Art Museum.
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 02/26/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful and Unique Wedding Venue!

The Farmer's Museum and Fenimore Art Museum are both wonderful wedding locations.

My husband and I chose to have our ceremony down by the lake at the Fenimore, and our reception up on the terrace. Anne was very accommodating and provided us with many different options which allowed us to customize our wedding and make it very affordable too.

Our guests were blown away by the incredible views of the lake, and they really enjoyed their stay in the quaint village of Cooperstown.

I highly recommend these venues for anyone looking to have a gorgeous and unique wedding at a place that will really impress their guests without breaking the bank!



MK
Mk Sent on 07/17/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Super helpful

Anne was fabulous to work with! Any little question I had, she would answer as soon as she could. She was great with local vendor recommendations. The day of our wedding had a chance of scattered afternoon showers- she was flexible & willing to accommodate a last minute decision to live the ceremony into the church (rather than outside at the Amphitheater). I have nothing but good things to say about Anne & her helpers. The venue is charming, and your guests are going to have a good time!
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Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Amber J Photography Amber J Photography Wedding Photographers

I have worked here several times and it's always been an awesome experience to photograph couples at this venue. Great service, epic location for photography and always professional. I highly recommend!

The Classic Image The Classic Image Wedding Photographers

We love to work at the Fenimore Art Museum and The Farmer's Museum in Cooperstown NY. The venue is an amazing blend of classy elegance and country chic in one place. The Fenimore Art Museum's grounds overlook a grand panorama of Otsego Lake giving a beautiful background to your wedding photos. The Farmer's museum, with the simple light filled church is a wonderful venue for a ceremony and the grounds of the museum as indicated in the name is perfect for a country or rustic style wedding. The best part is you get all this without giving up modern faciltities, great parking and a village of museums and shopping for your out of town guests.

Mohican Flowers Mohican Flowers Wedding Florists

The Fenimore Art Museum and The Farmers' Museum are both amazing venues. Tucked among the grounds are so many special places for an intimate ceremony with breathtaking backdrops. It's your choice if you would love the lake or the natural meadows as your surroundings. Mother Nature can be tricky here in Cooperstown so there are also inside places like the Church, Jones Center and Bump Tavern. Anne has all the information from years of experience to make your dreams come true. She is always willing to go the extra mile to make your special day memorable.

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Fenimore Farm frequently asked questions

Fenimore Farm includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Parking
The space offered by Fenimore Farm for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Banquet Hall
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Museum
  • Waterfront
Fenimore Farm offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Fenimore Farm offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Fenimore Farm offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Rentals
  • Wifi
Fenimore Farm offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Fenimore Farm 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 quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.9 in value and 4.8 in flexibility.
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