Mount Auburn Cemetery 580 Mount Auburn Street • Cambridge • MA 02138
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- A treasured cultural institution nestled in the heart of Cambridge, this 1831 landmark comprises 175 acres of park-like grounds that were designed to inspire and comfort the living… a groundbreaking idea that beautifully echoes through weddings held here. Exchange vows in the gracious chapels, or choose one of the endless picturesque settings on the grounds, like beside by Auburn Lake, in Asa Gray Garden, or at the top of Washington Tower, which has views of Boston's skyline.
- Host a timeless ceremony in Story Chapel, built in the 1890s with warm, red sandstone that evokes the naturalistic qualities of the surrounding landscape. Inside, dark wood beams with decorative angels and a carved wooden pulpit contrast beautifully with yellow mortar walls and loral stained glass windows.
- The dramatic Gothic architecture of Bigelow Chapel offers another stunning backdrop, with cathedral ceilings, soaring turrets and breathtaking stained glass windows that bring the outside in. An adjacent modern glass pavilion is perfect for festive receptions, enhanced by sweeping views of the landscape.
Deals
Elopements at Mount Auburn Cemetery start at $600 for 5–10 guests. Available daily after 3pm. Contact the venue for more details.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $1,600/event and up
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Day of week
- Space reserved
- Guest count
- Event duration
- Type of event
Ceremony packages range $2,250–5,000 for three hours and include a one-hour rehearsal.
Bigelow Chapel | 60 guests
Story Chapel | 125 guests
Outdoor Spaces | 200 guestsHourly space rentals are also available, and range $800–1,000/hour with a 2-hour minimum. Weekend events have an additional $1,000 fee. All rentals include:
- 2-hour setup time and 1-hour cleanup time
- Private event manager and staff member on-site
- Inventory of tables & chairs
- Indoor gender neutral restroom
- Add-on options include AV systems, mics, tenting, heaters, and more
Capacity
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 125 | 200 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 125 | 200 |
| Reception | Seated | 125 | 200 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 200. | ||
Bigelow Chapel accommodates up to 60 guests indoors. Story Chapel can accommodate larger indoor events.
Venue Details
Site Uses
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Ceremony
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
- Elopement Packages
- Small Wedding
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
Essential Info
Price
$ • $$
Alcohol
Not allowed
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, Monday–Saturday from 3pm–10pm and Sunday 10am–6pm.
Venue Type
Buildings & other settings available:
- Chapel / Church / Temple
- Garden
- Historic / Landmark Building
- Non-Profit
Venue Views
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Cityscape
- Forest / Woods
- Fountain / Water Feature
- Garden
- Hills
- Lagoon / Pond
- Lake
- Landscaped Grounds
Services & Amenities
Feel like a VIP with these services and amenities:
Both chapels are non-denominational. People of all faiths are welcome to enjoy Mount Auburn Cemetery's chapels and spaces.
Mount Auburn Cemetery
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