Mechanics Hall
Historic Estate / Mansion in Worcester, MA. Wedding venue pricing, packages and fees.
- Estimated cost: $17k–$19k est. rental for 120 guests
- Capacity: up to 400 guests
- Services: Venue rental only
- Address: 321 Main St
Located at 321 Main Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, Mechanics Hall was built in 1857 by the Worcester County Mechanics Association and designed by architect Elbridge Boyden in the Renaissance Revival style. The third-level Great Hall, which seats up to 400 guests for a seated reception, features a richly decorated coffered ceiling, Corinthian pilasters, a balustrade balcony, and the oldest unaltered four-keyboard pipe organ in the Western Hemisphere. On the second level, Washburn Hall offers arched windows and a small stage, while the adjacent Board Room serves as a preparation space for bridal parties. The Dickens Room overlooks Main Street through floor-to-ceiling windows, while the third-level Boyden Salon features a glass wall opposite the building's original 1857 brick façade. Wedding packages include a four-hour event with a red carpet entrance, professional staffing, tables, and chairs, with catering provided exclusively through approved partners.
Food
Catering must be provided exclusively through one of the venue's approved catering partners.
Packages
- 4-hour Event Package: Flat venue rental fee of $10,500 for a 4-hour event
Includes: 4-hour event (Cocktail Reception and Wedding Celebration), Staffing (Client Liaison, Function Manager, Wedding Assistant, Security, Custodial, Bar Staff, A/V Tech), World-class Sound System (up to 2 mics), Full Bar Setup, Glassware and Napkins, Mechanics Hall Table and Chairs, Red Carpet Entrance and Spotlight
Taxes and fees
- Preservation Fee: 5%
- Caterer Facility Fee: 10%
- Additional Setup Time: $150
- Additional Reception Hours: $1,500
- Day of Event Setup Changes: $300
- Audio/Video Technician Overtime: $150
- Chiavari Chair with Cushion: $10
- Chiavari Delivery Fee: $200
- Center Stage Staircase: $60
- Projector and Screen: $500
- Uplighting, Great Hall small package (20 lights): $600
- Uplighting, Great Hall large package (52 lights): $1,500
Good to know
- Catering must be provided by one of the approved vendors; caterers are charged a 10% fee on food sales.
- All bookings require a 5% Preservation Fee on the final invoice total (excluding beverage and tax).
- Package includes 4 hours setup and 2 hours load out; additional setup is $150/hour.
- Additional reception hours are $1,500/hour.
- Ceremonies (30 min) may be added for $1,500; additional ceremony time is $500 per half hour.
Common questions
How much does a wedding at Mechanics Hall cost?
Based on Mechanics Hall's published pricing, renting the venue for 120 guests runs about $16,500–$19,000. 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 Mechanics Hall hold?
Mechanics Hall can host up to 400 guests seated.
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