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Historic New England, a historic museum wedding venue in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, prides itself on being Governor John Langodn’s House, one of the finest Georgian residences in the country. John Langdon, who started out as a merchant, then shipbuilder, Revolutionary Leader, signer of the United States Constitution and finally, a three-term governor of New Hampshire, originally built the house for his family. This beautiful estate has been praised by George Washington himself after his visit in 1789. Towards the end of the nineteenth century, Langdon descendants purchased the house and restored it to what it is today. Historic New England is a wonderful place for your wedding, with all of its eighteenth-century charm!

Facilities and Capacity
This beautiful wedding venue features gardens dating from the same era, with restored perennial beds, a 100-foot rose and grape arbor and a pavilion. Couples may host up to 150 wedding guests.

Services Offered
Historic New England offers a bridal suite to ensure the wedding party has a place to enjoy and prepare for the wedding without the stress. It is a gorgeous venue for the couple’s ceremony and wedding reception!

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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?

$5,200

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

$5,200

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?

$5,200

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

$5,200

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite

Describe your venue:

Garden
Historic Building
Mansion

What kind of settings are available?

Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What transportation and access is available?

Wheelchair Access

Reviews of Langdon House Gardens

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4.9 out of 5 rating
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97% recommend it
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Caroline
Caroline U. Sent on 09/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating

the perfect historic venue

We are so grateful to have come across the Langdon House when searching for our venue! We booked it sight unseen since we were living in CA at the time- and are so happy we did. Our day was perfect - the historic house was a gorgeous backdrop. We had a sailcloth tent over the reception, and had a second small tent over cocktail hour which was perfect on a hot day for some shade. Nicole and team were a delight to work with, and so responsive to all of our questions. The location in downtown Portsmouth was perfect as most of our guests were from out of town so they didn’t need to travel far from where they were staying!
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Sibel B. Sent on 01/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Venue for Our Special Day

My husband and I are so happy we chose the Langdon House as our wedding venue! The gardens are absolutely beautiful — and they served as the perfect backdrop for all our photos (we especially loved the archway!). The space feels tucked away and private, but it's so conveniently located right in the heart of Portsmouth. And the Historic New England team was super helpful throughout our wedding planning process.
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Alfonsina R. Sent on 01/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Canvas for Our Dream Wedding

While looking for our venue, we had a specific vision and couldn’t find anything that fit it. The Langdon House ended up being the perfect canvas to design the wedding of our dreams, with beautiful gardens and being located in the heart of Portsmouth as a bonus. We couldn’t ask for anything better. Their coordination team and preferred vendors are a dream to work with as well. Amazing experience all around.

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