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Reception
$8,500 starting price
Ceremony
$1,500 starting price
Reception
$7,500 starting price
Ceremony
$1,500 starting price
These prices are available for the months of April through December. These prices are available for the months of January through March.

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Quality catering
Unique aesthetic style
Guests comfort
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About

The Knowlton is an inspiring wedding venue located in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Standing since 1865, it has recently been renovated to celebrate art, design, and creativity. This vibrant space offers a wealth of potential and possibility to clients, allowing them to host an event tailored to their style. From the revitalized indoor hall to the expansive grounds, this venue welcomes you to host an event to remember.

Facilities and Capacity

Originally the property of the “The Armstrong Manufacturing Company”, this venue was rejuvenated to blend timeless character with modern charm. Inside, a sleek, stylish Boathouse presents a blank canvas for you to decorate for your special day. High ceilings, exposed brick, and original hardwood beams all add to this venue’s storied charm, presenting you with a versatile space for your celebration. Modern additions and restorations add a contemporary touch to this venue, also adding to the possibilities of how you can decorate for your long-awaited occasion. Outside, you and your guests can marvel at the murals and artwork present throughout the 30,000 sq. ft. available to you. Commissioning artists from all over the globe, this vibrant, colorful venue presents an explosion of creativity for you to enjoy on your special day. Ceremonies, outside receptions, and other events are welcomed in this open setting, allowing you to enjoy the riverside vistas and natural scenery. Additional indoor event spaces are also available for more intimate occasions or as get-ready rooms for you and your party. Other amenities, including bathrooms, ample parking, and accessible entrances, are also present on-site for your convenience.

Services Offered

The Knowlton takes pride in the creative and versatile approach they take to events. They welcome outside vendors, allowing you to add a more personal touch to your long-awaited event. Thanks to its modern renovation, they also offer lighting and sound equipment hire for your convenience. Furnishings, such as tables, chairs, and other additions, can be made available for you and your guests to enjoy.

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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?

$8,500

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

$7,500

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 starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Tables

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

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Waterfront

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
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
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Reviews of The Knowlton

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100% recommend it
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D G Sent on 02/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best Night Ever

The Knowlton was the perfect venue for our daughter's bat mitzvah and Shiran and the Knowlton team made the whole process easy and stress free. The space looked absolutely magical and all of the high tech lighting and electronics transformed the room. Highly recommend - such a special venue!
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Morgan S. Sent on 10/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Hidden gem!

Amazing venue and service!

The venue has ample space and is a perfect industrial vibe. The indoor and outdoor space are amazing and the murals made for incredible first look photos. We wanted a venue where we could do everything in one location and this was perfect for that.

Shiran and Sandy were so helpful and patient throughout the whole process answering all of my questions and doing everything they could to make sure we had a great experience. They went above and beyond during the walkthroughs, planning and day of the wedding. Incredibly understanding to the stress a wedding provides and making sure they didn't add to it.

I would highly suggest opting for the disco ball and additional lighting features. It really tied the whole event together.
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Andrea Sent on 01/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!

Shiran and his team are simply amazing. I’m the Vice President of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Greater Bridgeport and was I. Charge of finding hr perfect location for our event.
We hosted our annual “Hispanic Heritage Month” event at the Knowlton in 2021.
The location is perfect, there is plenty of parking available for your guest. The Boathouse Room is inviting and had an amazing rustic charm. We had the doors opened to enjoy the River view . All our guests simply loved the venue .

It is evident by Shiran’s professionalism that’s this is something he has been doing for a long long time.

If you are looking to book your next compórtate event, look no further
The Knowlton is simply the best!!
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Shiran and the Knowlton team of specialists are here to create your dream and vision. The passion that Shiran has for the industry and the excellent professional team at The Knowlton, will help bring your event to life….whether you are looking for space for your extravagant wedding or you want to hold your bridal/baby shower! This is the place to be!

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The Knowlton frequently asked questions

The Knowlton includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by The Knowlton for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
  • Waterfront
The Knowlton offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Knowlton offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Knowlton offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
The Knowlton offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
The Knowlton is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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