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Allison, Diana, Cathy, John, Connie and Marie
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250 years in business
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Publick House Historic Inn is a classic venue located in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. Couples will be surrounded by the beautiful countryside at this full-service inn and bed and breakfast. Whether you're having an intimate ceremony or a grand reception, this venue can accommodate both. Publick House Historic Inn provides experienced wedding consultants to make sure your vision becomes a reality.
Facilities and Capacity
Couples can accommodate up to 250 guests at this rustic inn. For your reception, you can choose Paige Hall, which is a grand room, with cathedral ceilings, large palladium windows, chandeliers and a wall of windows that overlooks their patio and gazebo. It can also be combined with their Historic Barn for additional seating. The barn contains the original horse stables and loft window where hay used to be kept. If you prefer an outdoor celebration, they offer their Garden Tent. It has a stone paver floor, a brick walkway, two chandeliers and beautiful lighting. For an outdoor ceremony, they offer their Garden Gazebo, Hillside Arbor or The Meadow. Publick House Historic Inn also has multiple smaller rooms, for more intimate celebrations.
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This full-service, New England destination venue has been a part of the wedding industry for over 240 years. They've won WeddingWire’s Couples’ Choice Award for 2013 through 2018. Their full-time wedding consultants will help you with your menu selections, timeline of events, wedding cake design, seating plans and more. Their services include:
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- Bridal suite
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- Cleanup
- Event rentals
- Tables
- Chairs
- Linens
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History
Ebenezer Crafts opened the Inn in 1771 as a gathering place for Sturbridge residents and travelers near Boston Post Road. Through the years, they've welcomed guests such as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin and General Lafayette, as well as Bill Murray, Susan St James and John Travolta. They pride themselves on their hospitality and their delicious food from their 18th century Bake Shoppe.
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Multiple reviewers highly recommend Publick House Historic Inn as an exceptional wedding venue, citing outstanding service from staff members like Allison, Jon, Abby, and Paige. The team is praised for their clear communication, attention to detail, and seamless coordination on the wedding day. Guests appreciate the charming and historic venue, personalized service, delicious food, and the convenience of on-site accommodations. Additionally, the staff's responsiveness, professionalism, and flexibility contribute to stress-free wedding planning and execution, making it a top choice for couples seeking a magical and memorable wedding experience.
BEST Venue we could have asked for! A total fairy tale wedding!
Allison was incredible to work with throughout the entire planning process. Her communication was clear, warm, and always timely — she helped us think through the tiniest details, guided us on timing, and made sure we felt confident and stress-free by the time our wedding weekend arrived.
On the big day, Jon Pensinger was our rock. He coordinated vendors, managed the timeline, and somehow kept everything running smoothly without us ever feeling rushed. From the baraat to the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, everything flowed seamlessly — we never had to worry about what came next because Jon and his team were already on it.
Chef Ken O’Keefe and his team went above and beyond — the food was incredible, beautifully presented, and tailored to fit our Indian wedding. Our guests are still raving about the dinner and desserts! The venue itself is so charming and historic, but somehow also felt like it was made for us — the perfect setting for our colorful ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. We’ll never forget how cared for we felt and how flawlessly everything came together.
Kelly Wedding 10/05/2024- Paige Hall
Best and Most Stress Free Wedding!
The Best Wedding Ever!
Danielle and Savannah were also amazing. To the point were they bustled my dress. After a day of stress they quite literally made our day. My husband and I chose to relax during our cocktail hour and they brought us our appetizers the whole time. The best venue ever
Magical Wedding Day!
Best night of our lives
They gave discount codes for the guests with complimentary items from the bakery.
We all had a memorable night! I highly recomend publick house for a perfect wedding or any other event.
The Publick House Inn created magical setting!
Gorgeous, affordable venue
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