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Jenn Westlund
Jenn Westlund
Director, The Pierce House

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41 years in business

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

Situated on a vast estate in Lincoln, Massachusetts, Pierce House is a historic venue in which couples can host their wedding. It is excellently located less than half an hour from Boston and features sophisticated colonial revival architecture. The classic facade of the venue provides an elegant backdrop for exquisite wedding photographs, as well as a refined atmosphere for celebrations.

Facilities and Capacity

Encompassing 30 acres of manicured grounds and forest, this beautiful estate has various options for indoor and outdoor weddings. Their tent space can accommodate between 170 and 200 guests depending on setup. Additionally, the mansion’s interior contains four open rooms accommodating up to 75 people, suitable for a cocktail hour or reception. Upon arrival, guests can enter the grand foyer, which is adorned with a stately chandelier, vintage rug, and antique grandfather clock. Uniquely decorated rooms feature sophisticated wooden floors, period fittings, and working fireplaces. The property also displays a large brick patio which can also be set up as required.

Services Offered

For couples who wish to hold an outdoor soiree to make the most of the picturesque grounds, music and a dancefloor can be provided. The venue also offers full catering services, from buffet-style cuisine and food stations to full seated service. Their experienced staff is willing to help facilitate all of the big events in the lead up to your big day, including an engagement party and rehearsal dinner. They also allow certain outside vendors so your celebrations are as personalized and successful as possible.

History

Erected in 1900 by John H. Pierce, Pierce House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The estate originally included an orchard, vegetable gardens, and a carriage house. It was bequeathed to the Town of Lincoln by the Pierce family in 1964, along with the surrounding 30 acres of natural landscape.

Location

The nearby community of Lincoln features various points of interest for guests on the estate. It is home to Drumlin Farm, deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, Minute Man National Park, and Walden Pond Reservation.

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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?

$3,750

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

$3,750

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
Parking

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Garden
Historic Building
Mansion
Park

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What event items are available?

Tents

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

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 Pierce House

Weddingwire
4.7/5 33 reviews
Google
4.7/5 121 reviews
David
David Sent on 10/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Venue review by another vendor

As a wedding professional myself, I take note in the vendors and venues that are stunning, detail-oriented, and run by great people. Pierce House and Victoria Otis hit each of those key categories. Victoria keeps the venue in tip top shape, has an incredible welcoming and warm personality, and is the perfect glue in keeping a gaggle of different wedding vendors held together to ensure a smooth and enjoyable night by all.
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 10/09/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful venue

We had our wedding at the Pierce House, and are so grateful to Victoria! The venue is just beautiful, and the flexibility of being able to pick your own vendors can't be beat.
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 08/25/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Victoria is the QUEEN of venue management.

I will desperately try to put into words how INCREDIBLE Victoria and the Pierce House were for my special day.

A little backstory: My original wedding was planned for June 20, 2020 at a rental space in Maine. After COVID hit, the venue manager made it impossible for us to re-book without taking MORE of a deposit from us. We decided to cut our losses and go with somewhere closer to home.

I am SO thankful that Victoria and the Pierce House were here to save the day. The location is incredibly convenient with many hotels nearby and access to the Mass Pike and I-95 within a few miles.

You would have never imagined, driving through this neighborhood that there was this GEM hiding alongside a gorgeous field, just waiting to host your special event. With antique charm and some modern luxuries (wifi), the Pierce House was comfortable and made everyone feel at home.

Victoria provided me with a folder of recommended vendors, and described the process of hiring my own separate vendors as well. She was very forthcoming on pricing and expectations, and kept in touch throughout my planning process.

I cannot recommend her or the Pierce House enough. 🥰🥰🥰
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Erica Sent on 05/23/2021
5 out of 5 rating

BEST last minute decision

The Pierce house was a very last minute decision for us, as we had to change our wedding venue several times due to covid regulations and I will admit that this wedding was PERFECT because of the Pierce House. It is such a beautiful venue inside and out. Cocktail hour on the porch to enjoy the scenery was just so beautiful. My guests would not stop talking about how gorgeous it was (and it makes for amazing pictures!). Victoria was a pleasure to work with, so friendly and easy going. You wont be disappointed!
Robyn
Robyn Sent on 08/18/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Professional, Flexible, and Well Maintained

Site management is top-notch! The Pierce House is crazy clean and well-maintained. Site Manager Victoria walked us through and shared tons of tips, including full knowledge of options for handicap access throughout the property, which I found so valuable for family members. We booked Pierce House on the spot, got a "goody bag" and prompt support, and couldnt wait. COVID forced us to cancel and Victoria saw to it that we were completely refunded within a few days. Just a professional vibe that we wish we'd gotten a chance to see through for our reception. We plan to celebrate something there when we can.
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Colleen Sent on 10/14/2019
5 out of 5 rating

More than just a typical Venue!

PERFECT WEDDING! From the time we chose to have our wedding at the Pierce house until Our wedding day, we couldn’t have been happier with Our choice! The beautiful house, the lush and romantic grounds, the beautiful tent set over the patio (not on grass ....which was awesome) , the porch for cocktail hour, and with out a doubt, our personal favorites..... The Trees!!! Weeping Willows and Shady Oaks gave us the perfect backdrops for so many amazing pictures! Victoria Otis was beyond wonderful to work with and made us feel so special! Her attention to detail is flawless and she truly cared about making our day everything we wanted it to be! Five stars isn’t enough!!
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Sarah Sent on 07/26/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue

I had my wedding at the Pierce House in July. This venue is absolutely gorgeous. Both the house and the grounds (30 acres I believe) give you endless options for your event. When I toured it they told me that they wanted it to feel like it was our house for the day. You are able to decorate and use the property as you’d like. I also really appreciated that we didn’t have to pick from a set list of vendors (they have recommendations but you have complete flexibility). The tent out front is also very reasonably priced and easy to rent. Everyone was very responsive and informative. We were able to have the exact wedding that we wanted here, and without spending nearly as much as we would have at other venues. I absolutely recommend it!
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Andrea Sent on 10/26/2018
5 out of 5 rating

We had a beautiful, custom wedding thanks to the Pierce House!

My partner and I got married here October 6, 2018 and it was STUNNING! Nancy was so easy to work with and let us add our own touches to the house to make the evening even more sentimental. We put up family pictures all over the house. We looked at a lot of venues before selecting the Pierce House. The other venues that were even close to the beauty of the Pierce House all had in house caterers or 2 that you could choose from and were incredibly overpriced. The Pierce House lets you customize your event. The only tricky part for us was picking a caterer who met the insurance requirements for the Pierce House, but that turned out to be a blessing in disguise because we ended up with a caterer from their recommended list who saved our wedding (rental disaster) on more than one occasion. Guests went on and on about how beautiful everything was! We highly recommend the Pierce House!
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Marina Sent on 10/12/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The Pierce House was the perfect venue for our August wedding. My husband and I were looking for a wedding venue with both indoor and outdoor areas which could accommodate 150 guests. the Pierce house far exceeded our expectations. Nancy, the house manager, is lovely to work with. She helped coordinate vendors and deliveries, and was so helpful day-of moving the ceremony into the tent and the buffet into the house to accommodate the rainy weather. The house itself is beautiful. We were able to hang family photos throughout. The dressing rooms were light filled and made for good pictures! There were so many spaces where people ended up sitting and talking late into the night. The tent is also beautiful with the fairy lights, and we had no trouble fitting all our guests inside with room to spare. Importantly for us, we were able to use the vendors we wanted, and brought our own alcohol. I highly recommend the Pierce house for any wedding!
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Erica Sent on 08/20/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The Pierce House was the perfect venue for our wedding (8/4/18). First of all, it's absolutely stunning. The house itself is such a beautiful backdrop, and the surrounding gardens and rolling lawns add so much natural beauty. There really isn't a bad place for a picture here!

The Pierce House is a very "DIY" venue, but that's what my fiance and I were looking for. I felt like they were very upfront from the beginning about what they would and would not provide - they made it clear that they would basically provide the space and we would provide everything else. This was perfect for us since we wanted freedom in choosing our vendors and didn't want a pre-packaged hotel deal. The only vendor you have to use is their tent rental company (Come Rain or Shine) for the outdoor tent and dance floor, but I found them to be very easy to work with.

Nancy, the manager at Pierce House, was very responsive and helpful - we even showed up unannounced one weekend months before our wedding to show the venue to my parents, and Nancy welcomed us and gave us a full tour. Her assistant, Laura, also stepped in to help during the final walkthrough with our caterer. You will need to hire a separate wedding coordinator, but it's nice to have Nancy on hand to answer venue-related questions.

Overall, we were very pleased with Pierce House, and our guests were definitely wowed by the house and gardens. It's a great spot!
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Team

Jenn Westlund
Jenn Westlund
Director, The Pierce House
Natalia Surin
Natalia Surin
Administrative Assistant

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Pierce House frequently asked questions

Pierce House includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Parking
The space offered by Pierce House for wedding events is known for:
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Mansion
  • Park
Pierce House offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Pierce House offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Pierce House offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Pierce House offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Tents
Pierce House is recommended by 95% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in value, 4.7 in quality of service, 4.7 in professionalism and 4.6 in average response time.
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