Garden House at Keeler Tavern Museum

s could not stop talking about the beauty of the location. The director Mary Ann was very helpful in coordinating everything and making sure we had everything we needed for the day. We also opted to do the museum tour and we could not be more happy that we did it. A lot of our guests went on the tour and had amazing things to say! Overall everything was perfect and came together exactly how we wanted it! We highly recommend them for your events!

arranged it indoors and it still looked great. We had 70-72 people and it was a perfect amount of space even with the Photo Booth inside :) Maryann is very helpful in answering questions and easy to work with. I highly recommend this venue!!

had on our day!). Mary Ann, the event coordinator made the process easy in the beginning, giving us the lists of approved vendors and tons of suggestions. There were some challenges that came midway through the planning process when we were told we could not have dinner in the garden, which was a deciding factor in us choosing the venue in the first place. We worked through those and were able to have dinner in the garden, but it seemed like the relationship got a little contentious after that. Mary Ann still ensured everything worked leading up to the big day - coordinating with us and our vendors as needed. It was just a major stressor in a process that obviously didn’t need any more stress. Venue itself was perfect - we were able to have a cocktail band on the veranda for cocktail hour and a bigger band inside the garden house for after dinner dancing. We had to keep the doors to the garden house closed due to noise ordinances, which were communicated to us well in advance, so no surprises there. Wish we could have had the indoor/outdoor vibe, but understand why we couldn’t - just keep that in mind if you’re planning here. Bathrooms were fine and parking was ample. No bugs whatsoever in the garden which was also amazing. Truly beautiful spot for a small wedding reception. We cooked up a Plan B if it was going to rain, but the rain options at this venue are not great, as you could imagine, because it’s just a small space when you take the outdoor components out of the equation. Would book again if dinner in the garden was guaranteed, but would probably go elsewhere if you couldn’t eat outdoors - it’s really the main reason why you would want the venue, and worth it!

s perfect.

e added extra charm and some warmth on a chilly fall day! And the garden speaks for itself, just absolutely beautiful and we can’t wait for our photos to come in and show how truly magical the space was for us!

g wonderland. Everything was beautiful, just perfect.

venues, and Keeler checked all of the boxes. As always, you worry about fitting everyone and how the weather would be, but everything was perfect. We had 80 guests and it was comfortable and didn't feel crowded at all. It did rain a bit during cocktail hour and dinner and between the tent up top and the overhang on the garden house, it was absolutely not an issue! Everyone was either under the tent or still able to be outside where we had the bar and dessert under the generous overhang of the porch! I have nothing but positive things to say, everything was amazing and everyone was so helpful to work with. Mary Ann answered any questions and was helpful in suggesting vendors when needed. They were friendly and of course the gardens were stunning as well as the garden house. We added the museum tour during cocktail hour which was such a special treat and guests loved it. I highly recommend Keeler as a venue for anyone who wants the most beautiful location with a special, intimate and unique wedding.

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e and the staff clearly have experience with weddings. Every question I had was answered with positive feedback. I will confidently recommend this venue to anyone.

s, proved helpful and accessible throughout the lead-up by answering questions about furniture, sending reminders for contracts, and even offering recommendations on rental companies. One element to be aware of is that Keeler has a tent for the upper terrace in case of rain but does not have the side panels you need to shield guests and vendors. My wife and I had to perform some last-minute shopping for those, so the extra protection is good to secure nice and early. Nevertheless, once we arrived at the big day, the on-site coordinator and parking attendant were kind and supportive to us, our vendors, and our guests from start to finish. Despite some morning storms, the garden and venue gave us a gorgeous backdrop for our photos and the entire celebration. Thank you, Team Keeler!

ur was being given during time that I had rented the space; I was told that I was able to rent the space for earlier than the allotted rental time, but this arrangement was later forgotten. While it was ultimately remedied, it caused me great anxiety as I had already made arrangements for the earlier time with hair and makeup crew. In addition, on the day of the wedding, I was told that my layout plan was not feasible, though it was a sample layout plan that was handed to me as an option during an initial tour of the venue. I was then told that catering/food could not be set up outside, though I had spoken to the venue director about my wishes for this well before the wedding and she never told me this wasn’t a possibility. While this was not anyone’s fault, the weather also resulted in an unexpected change of plans. I had envisioned an outdoor ceremony in the garden and even though it cleared up after a brief thunderstorm, I was not allowed to go through with this plan. The day-of-coordinator, not only did not show any empathy for our disappointment in needing to shift the ceremony, she barked orders at guests and even worse, yelled at my young nephew for climbing on something outside even while he was sincerely apologizing, which then resulted in him crying in the bathroom for over 20 minutes. We were also rushed out by the lights being flicked on and off even though guests and vendors were saying their goodbyes, packing up, and working hard to clean the space (we were still well within our allotted time). While my event was again a happy and wonderful event, these unpleasant and occasionally rude interactions with the day-of-coordinator definitely added unwarranted stress to a momentous day in our lives.

nough to have both our ceremony and reception surrounded by all the greenery and flowers. The Garden House provided the perfect space for the band to play and the tent was perfect for our cocktail hour. The staff at Keeler Tavern was amazing as well. They were quick to respond and helped us navigate through the many questions we had about having our wedding there. They provided us with lists of amazing vendors and were there for the day of for support and guidance. Our wedding was the most perfect day! We could not have dreamed of a better location. HIGHLY recommend!!

ts- was really wonderful in helping me navigate some logistics and was very responsive in the months prior to the wedding with any questions and concerns we had. This venue is a DIY type of wedding, but Mary Ann gives you a whole packet of preferred catering, cake shops, and more for the brides who are not familiar with the area (like I wasn’t) which was helpful. The great thing about this space was that you didn’t have to do much to it because the Gardens area was already so gorgeous on its own. I definitely recommend this venue for a smaller wedding with a bride who can navigate hiring all the vendors on her own! We had the most wonderful wedding, all of our guests loved the place so much, we got so many compliments on how beautiful it was.

to work with and very responsive. I couldn’t imagine a more perfect place for an intimate wedding!

ing our planning journey. The day of staff were lovely and very helpful....it was a magical day.

r venues for the dinner in the surrounding area, but Keeler is really special and I knew it was the perfect venue from the minute I saw it. The garden is so beautiful - and having dinner under the string lights is magical. Mary Ann is great - and she recommended all of the other vendors we used for the event: Emily's Catering, Confetti for the flowers, All Seasons for the rentals and Abbey Tent (Jarl + Kyle) for the string lights. All were INCREDIBLE and helped to make our night so special.

that list until we found Keeler Tavern! Keeler is what made our wedding the best day ever. It was perfect for our intimate June wedding and I still have guests telling me today how much they loved the space. We held our ceremony in the sunken garden surrounded by freshly bloomed flowers and danced the evening away in the Garden House which was just stunning with the fireplace as the focal point. I honestly can't imagine our wedding without Keeler. It was the perfect location for us. Not to mention, Mary Ann was a dream to work with and she made sure everything was handled on their part. She is so kind and supportive, and will make the process enjoyable for any couple.

he classic ballroom was a perfect backdrop for our cascading floral arrangement across the fireplace mantle and beautiful tablescapes. We also loved having our cocktail hour under the tent on the upper terrace, and guests were able to wander down to the garden for gorgeous photo ops. Keeler Tavern was also very responsive to all of our questions and provided contact info for all approved vendors, which was extremely helpful. We could not have asked for a better wedding venue, and guests are still commenting on how much they loved it 6 months later! Would 100% recommend!

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th wedding and the coordinator was so flexible with the rainy situation we were in. We ended up having the ceremony under the tent and it worked out perfectly. We are so pleased and highly recommend them, especially for small, intimate weddings. We had about 55 people and there was enough room for a photo selfie station, dance floor, and cake display. We had our bartender out on the patio and guests enjoyed their drinks with the view of the garden.

town resident, I knew this is where I wanted to celebrate our milestone. Mary Ann was communicative, easy to work with, and managed an event where vendors are a la cart a breeze! The photos turned out spectacular against the lush gardens, and we enjoyed every moment while there. Of note! The one site attendant will make sure you, guests, and vendors are OUT when your event is over. If you want to get the most out of your time, there book an extra hour for vendors to clean up! Additionally, there is a noise ordinance in town, and music must stop at 10 pm. We had no issue bringing in multiple food vendors and I only wish we had more time to enjoy in the space. Truly a magical environment for your wedding.

sponsive. The romantic garden was a stunning setting for our intimate wedding with flowers everywhere! Our family and friends are still talking about how beautiful the venue was!

vern Museum. We actually loved it more than our original option and thanks to Mary Ann we were able to make our wedding day plans come true! The venue is exceptionally cared for and it was perfect for our late September wedding. Our guests were all so impressed with this hidden gem and are still raving about how wonderful it all was. If you are looking for a unique, intimate feeling venue that will offer you amazing areas for guests to socialize safely and gorgeous backdrops for photos this is it.

and European flair is so unique and welcoming. From the moment we stepped into the Garden I knew it was the perfect place for our small intimate wedding. The Director of Events Mary Ann Connors is the most lovely person and an absolute joy to work with throughout the planning process. She was so helpful and accommodating with recommendations and referrals and everything in between. Our wedding day was simply Magical. Our family and friends still talk about how beautiful the location was and how special the day was! We are very grateful we had the opportunity to Marry at the Garden House!

space. Highly recommend!

ally done. Mary Anne made our dreams come true.

was going to be perfect. And it was (our wedding was in August)! I absolutely fell in love with the garden the first second I saw it. It is the most romantic and charming venue; right out of a story book. It really is time perfect venue if you’re having a smaller wedding. We had originally planned on having a wedding with 150+ people, but I am SO GLAD we decided to keep things small and intimate (we didn’t really have a choice because of the pandemic). The ceremony in the garden was stunning- no extra flowers are needed, but we did opt to have two arrangements on the sides of the brick landing. Then for the reception, we had some tables inside the Garden House and some on the patio and two on the lower lawn. It looked really pretty and allowed us to have a bigger dance floor in the house. We also had about eight high tops dispersed on the lower lawn, where the bar was also set up. It worked out beautifully. The details really fell into place great. We found a caterer and DJ really early on, then locked down a florist for the centerpieces and bridal/bridesmaid bouquets. I ordered flowers wholesale from Costco and made my own arrangements for the hightops, gift table, and ceremony. I would not be deterred by having to coordinate vendors. It really wasn’t too difficult if you know what you want and was not more costly. I ended up getting my hair done right in town at the Adam Broderick salon; I regret not doing a trial because my hair did not come out exactly how I wanted it, but still pretty. My family took over the West Lane Inn, just steps from the museum. I highly recommend staying there! The new owners are so lovely and hospitable and the inn itself is gorgeous! Great for photos! Overall, I had my dream wedding (my husband could care less about the location, which is why I say “I”, lol). Keeler Tavern’s Garden House is quintessentially New England, the staff was so easy to work with and very responsive and communicative, and the grounds just speak for themselves; so pretty! I would pick it a million times over!

he beautiful fireplace added a unique flare to our wedding. Initially we were concerned that the venue would be too small, especially without the possibility of using outdoor space due to the cold weather. However, with 70 guests the room size was perfect. Our arrangement was one head table for 20 guests, and 4 other tables of 12 guest – this allowed enough space for a DJ, dance floor, bar, tent card table, bounty table, and cake table all within the garden house. The Keeler Tavern venue is only a venue and does not include catering. However, this allows you to truly customize your event to your taste and budget. In addition, Mary Ann was wonderful to work with as she provided an initial list of recommended contractors and gave us her personal experience working with them. The contractors she recommended were extremely professional and operated very efficiently in the venue space. The caterer used the kitchen at the venue and did not need to set-up additional equipment outside. Our wedding reception at Keeler Tavern was truly magical as everything on the day went flawlessly and our guest were very happy and indeed impressed. We highly recommend.

ouple, my partner and I felt completely supported and valued as clients of the Keeler during our entire experience. Mary Ann was beyond wonderful - she was always available to provide information, answer questions, and just hang out and explore the beautiful museum and garden. Her recommendations for other vendors were spot on - shout out to Diane Browne for exceptional catering, and Amanda Ohl for her floral artistry. The staff on-site of the Keeler was also attentive in so many ways - the grounds were immaculate, the staff was gracious, and the facilities were all perfectly clean and still resemblant of the 18th century architecture and charm. I cannot express the beauty of this place and the surrounding area of Ridgefield. This is a hidden gem and we almost don't want to share it, but I have to!

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summer wedding. My wife and I had a small (86 people) wedding and it was just the right fit for our guests that made for a cozy but not cramped, intimate setting with plenty of room for dancing. If we could do it all over again, we'd choose Keeler 100 times. Loved!

ests. The staff, especially Mary Ann, were always helpful and wonderful to work with. Many of our guests said it was the most beautiful wedding they had ever been to, and that's thanks to being at the Keeler Tavern. Choosing this venue was one of the best decisions we made! And I would do it all over again.

beginning to end. The garden was in full autumn bloom for our October wedding, and the Garden House gave our reception the warm intimate feel we were hoping for. They even kept a fire going for us in the fireplace! It was perfect for our small wedding, and our guests still comment on our lovely and unique venue!

was the big selling point. We did the ceremony in the garden and had the reception in the garden house. Both were lovely. The staff was very supportive and made sure everything was taken care of. Ridgefield is a quaint and adorable place to get married.

in the garden followed by the reception in the dinning hall/patio. Couldn’t of been more happy!

so helpful. The venue is historic and beautiful on its own with very little need for decor

iful things were with an outdoor ceremony in the garden. Some things to consider are that this is not an all inclusive venue and required a bit more leg work (had to get a caterer, rent chairs, bring in decorations etc.) Would recommend an all inclusive caterer as I did. The venue staff were very helpful and did an impressive job with our tour when selecting a venue. Some minor issues with email reply times with both myself and other vendors. Overall my wedding was perfect and Keeler was an amazing place for it to be!

real life fairy tale. The garden is the star of the show and is gorgeous year round; when the weather is perfect, it thrives! The staff was amazing and was extremely accommodating to our very demanding schedule. I recommend no other place if you're looking for a beautiful, charming storybook venue.

aff at Keeler Tavern was very helpful and easy to work with.