Eisenhower House

Historic Estate / Mansion in Newport, RI. Wedding venue pricing, packages and fees.

• Estimated cost: $2k–$8k est. rental for 120 guests
• Capacity: up to 1000 guests
• Services: Venue rental only
• Address: Fort Adams State Park, 1 Lincoln Drive

Built in 1873 as the Commandant's Residence for Fort Adams, the Eisenhower House in Newport, Rhode Island, served as the Summer White House for President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1958 and 1960. Located at 1 Lincoln Drive in Fort Adams State Park, this Victorian-style, yellow wooden mansion features a mansard roof, a master staircase, and a wrap-around porch overlooking Narragansett Bay. Five-hour event rentals include access to the house's first-level rooms, the wrap-around porch, the spacious lawn, and separate upstairs suites for the wedding party. Outside catering is required, and caterers may use the on-site kitchen for preparation only, as no cooking is permitted. The waterfront property accommodates up to 1,000 guests for both seated receptions and standing events, but does not provide bar service.

Food

Outside catering required. Caterers may use the kitchen for prep only; no cooking is allowed on-site.

Packages

• Venue Rental: Rental fee ranges from $2,000 to $7,500 depending on guest count, day of the week, and event type.
  Includes: 5-hour rental of the house, wrap-around porch, and spacious lawn, Access to the property two hours prior to the start time for setup, Access to the first level of the house for the duration of the event, Separate bridal and groom suites located upstairs

Good to know

• A restroom trailer is required for events with a guest count of 160 or more.
• Caterers may use the kitchen for prep only; no cooking is allowed.
• Alcohol service is limited to 4.5 consecutive hours and must stop 30 minutes prior to event end. Shots of liquor are not allowed.
• Strictly prohibited: open flames/sparklers, confetti, horseshoes/golf, food stations on the porch, and moving furniture/drapery.

Common questions

How much does a wedding at Eisenhower House cost?

Based on Eisenhower House's published pricing, renting the venue for 120 guests runs about $2,000–$7,500. It's a venue rental, so catering and bar are priced separately. Your actual quote will depend on date, season and final guest count.

How many guests can Eisenhower House hold?

Eisenhower House can host up to 1000 guests seated.

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