Lippitt House Museum

Museum / Cultural in Providence, RI. Wedding venue pricing, packages and fees.

• Estimated cost: $3k–$5k est. rental for 50 guests
• Capacity: up to 50 guests
• Services: Venue rental only
• Address: 199 Hope Street

Located at 199 Hope Street on the East Side of Providence, Rhode Island, the Lippitt House Museum is a National Historic Landmark Italianate mansion built in 1865 for Governor Henry Lippitt. The three-story brick structure sits on grounds that feature a seasonal 1873 fountain. Inside, a central hall connects rooms such as the library, dining room, and music room, which feature stenciled ceilings, elaborate parquetry floors, stained glass, and ornately carved woodwork. For events, the museum can accommodate up to 50 seated guests or up to 75 standing. Rental packages include access to the six first-floor rooms, the grounds, and a second-floor chamber, alongside planning visits, vendor setup and breakdown hours, and the use of the museum's tables, chairs, and Steinway baby grand piano. Catering is contracted separately by the client, who may work with the preferred caterer Easy Entertaining or bring in an outside provider for an additional fee.

Food

Catering is provided by preferred caterer Easy Entertaining. Other caterers may be used for an additional fee. Client is responsible for contracting catering separately.

Packages

• Wedding Rental Packages: Flat rental rates based on event duration: $2,000 for a 2-hour event or $3,750 for a 4-hour event
  Includes: Access to the Museum's six, first-floor rooms and grounds (including the seasonal 1873 fountain), Use of the Museum's banquet tables, chairs, and Steinway baby grand piano, Two site visits for planning with vendors, rehearsals, etc., Two hours of vendor setup and one hour of breakdown

Taxes and fees

• Extended Time: $1,000
• Photo Session: $500
• Outside Caterer Fee: Varies
• Holiday Fee: Varies

Good to know

• The Museum is no longer taking wedding bookings for 2026.
• Seated meals over 50 guests require additional equipment rental.
• Wedding Ceremony package ($1,000 for 90 minutes, 50 guest maximum) allows no food or drink.
• Renter is responsible for contracting vendor-provided services including catering.
• An additional fee applies for events on holidays and holiday weekends.

Common questions

How much does a wedding at Lippitt House Museum cost?

Based on Lippitt House Museum's published pricing, renting the venue for 50 guests (50 is its listed limit) runs about $3,000–$5,000. 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 Lippitt House Museum hold?

Lippitt House Museum can host up to 50 guests seated, or 75 for a standing reception.

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