The Commons 1854
Historic Estate / Mansion in Topsfield, MA. Wedding venue pricing, packages and fees.
- Estimated cost: $17k–$31k est. total for 120 guests
- Capacity: up to 200 guests
- Services: Dinner
- Address: 4 N. Common Street, Topsfield, MA
Located at 4 N. Common Street in Topsfield, Massachusetts, The Commons 1854 is a historic estate originally constructed in 1854 as the Topsfield Meeting House. The outdoor grounds feature a garden and courtyard accented by a white wooden pergola, white hydrangeas, and topiaries. Inside, the first-floor rotunda features imported white Carrara marble floors, Ionic columns, two grand fireplaces, and four Swarovski crystal chandeliers. An upstairs Grand Ballroom contains hardwood floors, a raised stage, crystal chandeliers, and a mezzanine balcony. Seating up to 200 guests, the venue provides organic, bespoke plated dinner menus including a salad course, warm rolls with butter, cake cutting, and coffee service, while bar service is not included in the base price.
Food
Bespoke plated dinner menus featuring organic ingredients. Includes a salad course, warm rolls, and coffee/tea service. Optional passed hors d'oeuvres and stationary displays available.
Packages
- Dinner: $66-$110 — Base entrée price; upper end reflects typical first course and station additions
Includes: Salad course, Warm rolls and butter, Gourmet coffee & tea service, Cake cutting and service
Taxes and fees
- Administrative Fee: 18%
- State & Local Tax: Varies
- Bar Set Up Fee: $10.00
- Split Entrée Fee: $10.00
- Overtime Fee: $800.00
Good to know
- Pricing is subject to increase for 2027 weddings.
- Venue rental is based on a 5-hour duration. Additional hours are $800/hr or $500/half-hour.
- All rehearsals are held on Thursdays (exceptions if time available).
- Outside lighting companies are not allowed for liability reasons.
- Cash bar option ($15/pp) is not available for guest counts over 160 guests.
Common questions
How much does a wedding at The Commons 1854 cost?
Based on The Commons 1854's published pricing, a dinner reception for 120 guests comes to about $17,500–$30,500 in total, including the venue's own service charges, fees and tax. Your actual quote will depend on date, season, menu and final guest count.
How many guests can The Commons 1854 hold?
The Commons 1854 can host up to 200 guests seated.
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