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Your Perfect Wedding Venue in Danvers, MA
Glen Magna Farms, owned by the Danvers Historical Society since 1963, stands as a premier destination for weddings and events on Boston's North Shore. Our historic estate, featuring a Colonial Revival Mansion and award-winning gardens, offers a timeless setting for celebrations. With exclusive access to meticulously restored grounds, including formal gardens, a wisteria-covered pergola, and a National Historic Landmark summer house, we provide an unparalleled backdrop for memorable occasions. Our dedicated team ensures seamless execution, offering comprehensive event planning support and exclusive partnerships with experienced caterers. The venue's rich history, dating back to the 1812 estate of Salem shipping magnate Joseph Peabody, combines with modern amenities to create a unique experience. We maintain the property to early 20th-century standards while accommodating contemporary needs, including climate-controlled spaces and state-of-the-art event infrastructure.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our Hunnewell Gold Medal recognition for horticultural achievement. With capacity for up to 200 guests, we offer flexible indoor and outdoor options, including a 57' x 76' sailcloth tent with lighting and dance floor. Our experienced staff provides personalized coordination services, ensuring every detail meets our clients' expectations. The venue's secluded location, just one mile from major highways, offers privacy while maintaining accessibility. We maintain strong partnerships with local vendors to enhance our clients' experience while preserving the estate's historical integrity.
Services
Wedding Venues
Corporate Events
Garden Tours
Photo Shoots
Historical Landscape Events
Highlights and features
- We offer exclusive access to 11 acres of award-winning historic gardens and a National Historic Landmark mansion
- Our dedicated on-site event manager ensures seamless execution of your special occasion
- We maintain century-old horticultural excellence recognized by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society
- Our venue includes premium event infrastructure with a 57' x 76' sailcloth tent and climate control
- We provide exclusive partnerships with experienced local caterers and vendors
What people say
Breathtaking venue
Professional staff
Whimsical ceremony
Stunning photo opportunities
Seamless event execution
Services
Wedding Venues
Host your wedding at our historic estate featuring multiple ceremony and reception options. The venue includes a 57' x 76' sailcloth tent with lighting and dance floor, 200 white Samsonite chairs, and mansion access. Our experienced team provides coordination services and exclusive catering partnerships to ensure your special day meets the highest standards.
Corporate Events
Create impactful corporate gatherings in our unique historic setting. The venue offers flexible spaces for conferences, team-building activities, and networking events. Our professional staff provides logistical support while the estate's distinctive atmosphere enhances brand experiences. The location combines historical significance with modern amenities for memorable business occasions.
Garden Tours
Explore our award-winning gardens through guided tours led by expert horticulturists. The estate features formal gardens with colorful perennials, a wisteria-covered pergola, and a National Historic Landmark summer house. Tours showcase the property's horticultural excellence and architectural significance while providing educational insights into its historical development.
Photo Shoots
Utilize our picturesque grounds for professional photography sessions. The estate offers diverse backdrops including manicured gardens, historic architecture, and natural landscapes. Our staff coordinates scheduling to ensure optimal lighting conditions and access to key locations. The venue's timeless beauty provides exceptional settings for fashion, portrait, and event photography.
Historical Landscape Events
Host events celebrating the estate's rich history and horticultural significance. The venue accommodates educational programs, historical reenactments, and cultural celebrations within its preserved environment. Our team collaborates with organizers to create experiences that highlight the property's architectural and landscape heritage while maintaining its historical integrity.
People
Heather S. Palm
Director of Sales & Events
Heather S. Palm leads event coordination at Glen Magna Farms with extensive experience in historic venue management. She ensures seamless execution of events while maintaining the estate's historical integrity. Her expertise in North Shore event planning provides clients with valuable insights into creating memorable occasions at this unique property.
Questions
What types of events can Glen Magna Farms accommodate?
We host weddings, corporate events, garden tours, photo shoots, and historical landscape events for up to 200 guests.
What is included in the rental fee?
Rental includes exclusive grounds access, mansion use, 57'x76' sailcloth tent, 200 chairs, tables, and on-site event coordination.
Is there a catering restriction?
We require use of our exclusive caterer, Vinwood Caterers, who have extensive experience with our venue.
What are the event time restrictions?
Events must end by 10pm Sunday-Thursday, 11pm Friday-Saturday, with 8-hour rental periods including setup/breakdown.
What historical features are available?
Our estate includes a National Historic Landmark summer house, wisteria-covered pergola, and formal gardens dating to the 19th century.
How do I schedule a tour?
Contact us directly to arrange guided tours of the mansion and gardens with our grounds and restoration staff.
Reviews (5)
Erica Ewing
Jan 10, 2022
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Wow, the wedding we photographed at Glen Magna Farms was magical. The garden estate wedding venue in the North Shore of Boston, tucked away in a quiet nook in Danvers. Our couples wedding ceremony was in the gardens and a gorgeous tent for their summer wedding reception. The grounds at this venue are so pretty and perfect. Everyone working was so friendly and helpful. Definitely a must see!
Shendi
Oct 23, 2021
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We had our Oct. wedding at Glen Magna and it was truly magical. The grounds are well kept and absolutely stunning. The mansion is in fantastic shape, full of history and beauty. So much to see and so many spots for amazing pictures. The staff was lovely to work with and the food from their exclusive caterer is phenomenal. We are so happy with our day and how accommodating and helpful the staff were. Best venue I've ever been to and so happy we had our wedding here.
Michael D.
Aug 09, 2021
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Do not do a wedding her. Venue staff will will bother and harass guests, venue manager yelled at kids, food over cooked, wrong food delivered to table, bar over charged for drinks during the open bar and at 9pm sharp they will turn the lights on high hand you a bar bill demanding payment and kick you out. Do not, do not, do not book a wedding here.
Stephanie St Martin
Apr 10, 2021
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A pandemic wedding is possible! Like most COVID-19 couples, we didn't know what to expect or what would be possible for a scaled-down wedding during a pandemic. We had reservations with another venue and less than a month before our wedding date, we booked with Glen Magna Farms. From that moment on, everything seemed possible. The location is out of a fairy tale (trust us, go visit the large Willow Tree they have on their property) and our guests could walk amongst the gardens and grounds to socially distance when necessary.
The staff were incredible, keeping us up-to-date and on schedule during the reception. Right now, everyone is more comfortable outside and Glen Magna has a wonderful tent that allowed us to have 50 guests (including us!) plus their staff, our photographer, DJ, etc. We didn't feel the pandemic "looming over us" at all; instead, we got to have a beautiful wedding at what may be the most gorgeous venue Greater Boston offers. Walk the grounds (it's free to visit) and book your wedding with Glen Magna Farms.
The staff were incredible, keeping us up-to-date and on schedule during the reception. Right now, everyone is more comfortable outside and Glen Magna has a wonderful tent that allowed us to have 50 guests (including us!) plus their staff, our photographer, DJ, etc. We didn't feel the pandemic "looming over us" at all; instead, we got to have a beautiful wedding at what may be the most gorgeous venue Greater Boston offers. Walk the grounds (it's free to visit) and book your wedding with Glen Magna Farms.
Neal Howland
Jul 01, 2020
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Lovely venue, beautiful location. The permanent tent on site is large and very nice looking, brand new.
