Saint James Place Weddings
Saint James Place in the Berkshires is a charming and timeless setting for your dream wedding: winter, spring, summer or fall. (And no one needs to worry about the weather!) If you long for historic Gothic architecture paired with all the modern amenities, Saint James Place in the heart of Great Barrington, Massachusetts may be your perfect wedding venue.
When you walk through our signature red front door, you enter into 17,000 square feet of lovingly restored space equipped with professional lighting and acclaimed acoustics. Dressing rooms and all spaces are fully air conditioned.
The sanctuary space can accommodate up to 300 people (49 balcony) with gradually-raised seating and universal access. The elegant sanctuary aisle leads to a gorgeous stage with an exquisite stained-glass window as the backdrop.
There is ample space on the grounds for a large wedding reception tent for up to 300 guests – and guests can dance the night away indoors or out. Additionally, space in the Great Hall, featuring half-timbered elevations, dormers, and pointed-arch windows, and in the bright East Room provide ample space for cocktail parties, catered rehearsal dinners and smaller wedding receptions (75 max).
Saint James Place is a secular non-profit organization and an inclusive space where you are able to bring in your own minister or officiant. And we welcome dogs as part of ceremonies.
In the Heart of the Southern Berkshires
Saint James Place is on the Route 7 corridor and situated at the entry to downtown Great Barrington, the thriving commercial hub of Southern Berkshire County, filled with great restaurants and shops. Nestled in the southwestern corner of Massachusetts, Great Barrington is only 2.5 hours from NYC and Boston, and an hour from Albany and Hartford. There are amazing hotels, Inns and B&Bs in Great Barrington and in the many small towns throughout the Berkshires.
A Vintage Space with Elegant Accommodations
Saint James Place was built in 1857 and is a significant and early example of 19th century Gothic Revival architecture in Western Massachusetts, constructed of locally quarried blue dolomite limestone with a central tower, pointed-arch windows, an iconic red front door, and exquisite stained glass. In 2010, Sally and Fred Harris established a non-profit organization to purchase and fully restore the buildings, transforming them into an arts and cultural center- and now a premiere wedding venue.
Your Day is Special
Berkshire County is a beloved location for brides and grooms from Western Massachusetts, Boston, New York and beyond. Saint James Place can become your sacred space on your special day anytime of the year. Our excellent acoustics make the sanctuary space perfect for beautiful solos and classical quartets. Every wedding is unique at Saint James Place. Our guests are able to select caterers, photographers, florists and event rental companies from our list of vendors to suit their wishes. Our goal is to make your wedding perfect in every way.
We’d love to have you visit Saint James Place in beautiful Great Barrington, Massachusetts.
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Photographer: Christina Lane of Christina Lane Photography
Wedding Planner: Danielle Pellerin of 5 Senses Wedding & Design
Rentals: Mahaiwe Tent
Catering: The Marketplace
Wedding Dress: In White Springfield
Florist: Township Four Floristry
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