Commander's Mansion

Historic Estate / Mansion in Watertown, MA. Wedding venue pricing, packages and fees.

• Estimated cost: $3k–$10k est. rental for 120 guests
• Capacity: up to 200 guests
• Services: Venue rental only
• Address: 440 Talcott Avenue

Located at 440 Talcott Avenue in Watertown, Massachusetts, this historic estate was built in 1865 for the commanding officer of the Watertown Arsenal and is currently owned by the City of Watertown. The three-story brick Italianate mansion sits on seven landscaped acres along the Charles River, featuring a Victorian veranda with cast-iron Corinthian columns. Its interior features a grand foyer, marble fireplaces, poly-chromatic wooden floors made of chestnut and black walnut, a front parlor with a crystal chandelier, and second-floor dressing suites named the Talcott and Rodman suites. For weddings, the estate offers exclusive use of the mansion and grounds, a ceremony space at the outdoor grape arbor, and a peak-season reception tent that seats up to 200 guests for a seated reception. While outside catering is required, the chosen caterer has full access to a professional on-site kitchen, and packages include indoor tables and chairs, a dedicated venue coordinator, two climate-controlled dressing suites, and complimentary parking.

Food

Outside catering required. Full access to a professional catering kitchen is provided for your chosen caterer.

Packages

• Venue Rental: Flat rental fee of $3,000 - $10,000 depending on season and day, or $500 per hour for weekdays.
  Includes: Exclusive use of the mansion and grounds (and reception tent during Peak Season), Two climate-controlled dressing suites, Indoor use of tables and chairs, Dedicated Venue Coordinator on-site, Complimentary on-site parking

Taxes and fees

• Peak Season Weekday Tent Upgrade: $3,000

Good to know

• All rental windows must be inclusive of set up, event time, and breakdown.
• Full-service caterer is required.
• Weekday rentals require a 4-hour minimum at $500 per hour.

Common questions

How much does a wedding at Commander's Mansion cost?

Based on Commander's Mansion's published pricing, renting the venue for 120 guests runs about $3,000–$10,000. 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 Commander's Mansion hold?

Commander's Mansion can host up to 200 guests seated.

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