Weddings at Oakes Ames Memorial Hall
A Historic Venue for Unforgettable Moments
Beautiful Ceremonies and Receptions
Wedding Receptions at Oakes Ames Memorial Hall are most elegant at our beautiful and historic location in North Easton, Massachusetts. Our facilities are truly unique and offer an intimate setting for your special day. The Oakes Ames Memorial Hall can accommodate wedding receptions for up to 180 guests. Facilities include a professional stage with lighting, and performance quality acoustics, Soaring ceilings and leaded stained glass windows to make your wedding reception truly one-of-a-kind! Designed by world-renowned architect H.H. Richardson in the late 1800s, the Hall is a National Historic Landmark District. The grounds and entrance stairway were designed by America’s first and most famous landscape architect F.L. Olmsted. When you choose Oakes Ames Memorial Hall, you’ll enjoy the flexibility to customize your wedding reception. The Hall is equipped with a fully licensed kitchen for personal use or outside caterers.

A Place for Community and Celebration
For over a century, Oakes Ames Memorial Hall has been the backdrop for unforgettable moments—from elegant weddings and milestone celebrations to lively concerts and cultural events. Today, it continues to serve as a premier event venue, welcoming guests who seek a setting that is as memorable as their occasion.
Host Your Event in a Timeless Historic Setting
Looking for a venue that offers historic grandeur, modern amenities, and a touch of timeless elegance? Oakes Ames Memorial Hall provides the perfect space for:
✔ Weddings & Receptions – Say “I do” in a venue as timeless as your love.
✔ Concerts & Performances – Experience exceptional acoustics in a setting like no other.
✔ Corporate & Community Events – Impress your guests with a venue that makes an impact.
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The Oakes Ames Memorial Hall isn’t just for wedding receptions
The Oakes Ames Memorial Hall can handle small intimate groups from 6 to 10 people to larger events up to 200 people and everything in between. The Parlor seats up 10 people with a comfortable drawing room atmosphere, while The Gallery can accommodate 80 people featuring period lighting and furnishings. The Great Hall décor includes soaring ceilings and leaded stained glass windows.
Anniversaries | Art shows | Bar Mitzvahs | Birthday parties | Black tie events | Civic meetings | Corporate meetings and retreats | Dances | Gourmet dinners and wine tastings | Holiday parties | Musical and theatrical performances | Family reunions | Religious services | Receptions | Weddings
Preserve the Legacy
As a nonprofit organization, Oakes Ames Memorial Hall relies on the generosity of members, donors, and event hosts to sustain its mission. By hosting your event here or contributing to our preservation efforts, you play a part in keeping this treasured landmark alive for future generations.