Rhodes on the Pawtuxet

Best of Weddings (6x).

60 Rhodes Pl, Cranston, RI

About this vendor

Congratulations on your engagement! We wish you much happiness as you embark on this new chapter in your lives. We invite you to schedule a tour of Rhodes (evening and weekend appointments are available), and we are happy to answer any questions that you may have. We appreciate your kind consideration! Please call 401.785.4333 to schedule your tour today! Weddings at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet The famous Rhodes on the Pawtuxet was opened to the public in August of 1915. This beautiful building replaced the original structures (casino, boathouse, and ballroom), which burned to the ground in February of the same year. The architect John O’Malley designed the building in the neoclassical revival style, characterized by classical symmetry, prominent columns, and rounded arches. Many unique features of the building remain today, including 10,000 square feet of hardwood floors, 21’ ceilings with unobstructed views, the sculpture of the muse of the dance, Terpsichore, and the original Rhodes on the Pawtuxet gazebo, affectionately known as “The Trolley Stop”. In addition, the illuminated flag, long a part of Rhodes’ romantic history remains. It is said that during military balls and social dances, ladies would stand beneath the flag as a signal that they were available and waiting to be asked to dance. Many people have met their significant others at Rhodes, and it is truly a beloved Rhode Island landmark. Rhodes on the Pawtuxet underwent a complete transformation in 2020, highlighting many of its historic features. In the foyer, over the main bar, a mural of the Narragansett Bay is prominently displayed, painted by the famous watercolor artist, Hezekiah Dyer. This mural is original to Rhodes, and lends a stunning backdrop for the cocktail hour. The coffered ceiling, recently restored, frames this magnificent entryway as well. Crystal chandeliers and matching wall sconces enhance the elegance of this space. Cozy and intimate seating, defined cocktail areas, an expansive bar, and rich candlelight create an inviting space for your guests to gather and unwind. As you enter the ballroom, allow yourself to take in the beauty of this unique space. The ceiling is tented with fabric drapery and Edison lights, enhancing the height and second floor orchestra lofts, original to the building. Rich creams and ivories adorn the walls, and the historic details are subtly highlighted with gold leaf. In bygone times, famous bandleaders and their orchestras, occasionally accompanied by famous singers, including Benny Goodman, Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Artie Shaw, Glenn Miller, and Tony Bennett (just to name a few!) performed on the original three-tiered stage. The ballroom boasts one of the finest dance floors in all of New England, and is a stunning backdrop for a wedding or other special occasion. Rhodes on the Pawtuxet and its surviving structures were added to the prestigious Registry of Historic Places in 1978.

Amenities + details

Ceremony Area

Dressing Room

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Liability Insurance

Outdoor Event Space

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Covered Outdoors Space

On-Site Accommodations

Ceremony Types

Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding

Settings

Ballroom
Beach
Waterfront
Historic Venue

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff

Awards and Affiliations

6-Time 'Best of Weddings'

2018.2017.2016.+3 more.

Hall of Fame

Earned by winning 'Best of Weddings' four or more times.

out of 5.0

91 reviews

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Camille D

WEDDING VENUE OF OUR DREAMS! <3 <3 <3 If you're considering an event here, wedding, prom, sweet 16, or any other lifecycle or celebratory event... look no further. DO IT. You will...

not regret it. We could not have asked for a more beautiful venue or a better team! Hillary and her staff were incredible and accommodating from the very first time we went for a visit. We saw the statue of Terpsichore outside and knew it was a sign. Then we walked into the venue and felt like we were walking right into the Great Gatsby. The building is incredible and historic. Hillary welcomed us with open arms, answered every single question we had (and then some!) and made us feel welcome, comfortable, and at home. They were willing to work with us on every single aspect to make our dream wedding come true. From the basic to the most outlandish request, the Rhodes made it possible. Cannot give the Rhodes or Hillary (and team) enough stars or a rave enough review. 15/10

Natalia B

Rhodes was incredible. Hillary is quite literally an angel sent from heaven. She is so responsive, organized, and coordinated all aspects of our wedding. She helped fix centerpiece...

s, ensured the bridal suite and grooms room were stocked with drinks. She is incredibly professional and went out of her way to ensure my husband and I had truly the best day ever

Emily M

I honestly could not have been happier with my wedding at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet on 6/1/24. The building itself is SO beautiful. The balcony overlooking the ballroom is perfect for...

photos! The grounds are well maintained. I already had my heart set on this venue before I knew how amazing and accommodating the staff would be. Hillary deserves all the credit for making my dream wedding happen! I left the decorating in her hands and everything looked amazing. She had every detail covered. I even forgot my cake cutting set and cake stand at home. She is more than a general manager and she is my HERO! The waitstaff and bar staff were all friendly and professional! There is literally nothing that could have “been better” ❤️

Roberta R

After having a full week to reflect on the marriage of “Our Little Girl” to a man we're proud to call our Son in Law we're still feeling overwhelmed. My wife and I hoped for a perf...

ect day/night but realistically would have settled for very nice with some bumps along the way. But EVERYTHING was absolutely, beyond imagination perfect !! And of course none of it would have been possible without Hillary Williamson and the amazing staff at Rhodes-on-the Pawtuxet . A Beautiful place filled with wonderful caring people. We felt that we were in good hands from our very first meeting! Our heartfelt and sincerest Thank you to all who helped make this occasion so special & memorable ❤️❤️

Awa G

We had our dream wedding at Rhodes! Hillary was incredibly helpful from the start to the end of our planning process. We had a number of specific requests and cultural elements tha...

t we wanted to integrate and Hillary was incredibly accommodating to them all. She helped us to plan other elements of the wedding too - from recommendations for a band, to being flexible on our bar package, to suggesting the best layout and setup of the venue for our wedding. The unique history and architecture of the venue is unmatched - all of our guests remarked upon how stunning it was. We were also able to save a ton on decor because we were able to use some decor from the venue and the gorgeous setting didn't really require much. Despite the torrential downpour of rain on the day of the wedding and last minute surprises, the staff at Rhodes worked really hard to make our wedding day as smooth and seamless as possible. The cost of the venue was also incredibly affordable for the quality of service that we received. My only (slight) issue was that it was sometimes difficult to get in touch with the venue when I had questions and I wished there was more of an easy way to have a record of our prior conversation through an online system, like some of our other vendors. However, Hillary did an amazing job of communicating with us when she was available and again, was very accommodating, kind, and helpful. I highly recommend this venue to anyone, particularly those who are on a tight budget and want that old school charm and elegance!

Randi R

Everything was beautiful! Our guests were raving about the aesthetic and architecture. The bar tenders were fantastic. Our signature drinks were delicious! Hillary was great. She w...

as very helpful o the day of the wedding making sure I was comfortable and having a great time while also making sure every detail was perfect. Would most definitely recommend to anyone looking for an elegant venue without paying an arm and a leg. The preferred caterer, Ralph’s was also incredible throughout.

Emily B

Rhodes is a beautiful venue and the bridge behind the building made for beautiful photos. Overall, we had a positive experience - they had sparkling wine waiting for the bridal and...

groom parties and the space was stunning. The bar staff was excellent and we had great conversations with the manager, Hillary. Unfortunately, I think some of our requests were forgotten in the shuffle of a busy wedding season which resulted in a surprise bar bill issue that made it all the way to me, the bride, on my wedding day. It definitely left a sour taste and was upsetting. Overall, I would recommend Rhodes, but make sure you have records of conversations, and confirm multiple times on what has been agreed upon. It was still affordable for how stunning the venue was and other than the bar issue, everything was positive.

Melissa G

This was the perfect place for my wedding. Hillary, the Manager is wonderful . The venue is great and everything was planned out well. The wedding decor was lovely. I highly sugg...

est this place for any event.

Kyah G

Rhodes on the Pawtuxet is an absolutely beautiful venue! It was such a pleasure to have our wedding in the historic Rhodes - it is certainly not the typical wedding venue site. We ...

were able to have our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all in one place and safe to say our guests were "wowed." Also, there was torrential downpour on the day of our wedding and our photographer found so many absolutely beautiful and unique spots to take pictures inside. Not only is Rhodes absolutely gorgeous, but the staff is wonderful! Hillary and Jenn were so warm and welcoming during the touring and booking process, which made the stressful process of replanning a wedding due to COVID all the easier. Hillary was with us the entire wedding night and played such a huge role in setting up the venue to make sure it was perfect and also helped with every little step along the way. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a unique venue with a fantastic, warm, and helpful staff!

Abigail K

I cannot say enough good things about this beautiful venue and the staff they have! We worked closely with Maggie and let me tell you, this woman is a GEM. She was the key they m...

ade our wedding flow so nicely. I had a lot of ideas and visions that some may say were out of the box, but Maggie made sure everything came together exactly how I envisioned. She worked closely with all our vendors to make sure everything was one cohesive vision. On the night of our wedding, the place looked INCREDIBLE. We got so many compliments on how beautiful the space was. Also, all of our guests raved about the food and said it was some of the best they have ever had at a wedding! I would highly recommend Rhodes on the Pawtuxet to any bride and groom!

Kasey G

At times I was definitely a “bridezilla” more than a “bridechilla”, but Maggie handled all of my questions, concerns, changes, and high standards with grace. She did go above and b...

eyond to make our wedding day more than we could have ever imagined. The venue looked incredible and although Rhodes has hosted many events, even our wedding planner said “I had no idea Rhodes could look this beautiful”. Our DJ who has done over 1000 weddings said the venue was outstanding and by far one of his favorites so far. Thank you Maggie for helping make this Rhode Island classic sparkle and shine! You are amazing and I’m so glad you don’t need to worry about me filling up your inbox anymore. Thank you!!

Ashley M

Rhodes on the Pawtuxet was the most amazing place for my husband and I to get married. It's a beautiful space, and has a lot of different options for couples with varying price poi...

nts (which we greatly appreciated). The General Manager at Rhodes, Maggie, is the best person to help you with your wedding planning. Maggie guided us along the entire process from picking table linens to helping us come up with a timeline for when to send out wedding invitations and when to request RSVPs be turned in by. She is an absolute rock star! We used several of her recommended vendors, and they were all fantastic. Maggie coordinated set-up and breakdown with all of our vendors to ensure that everything went smoothly on the day of the wedding. She was there the entire day with us, giving me a helping hand (literally) to get up stairs to take photographs and bringing us drinks in the bridal suite after our ceremony. We had such an amazing wedding day, and it was all due to Maggie's help and organization, the fantastic food from Russell Morin, and the beautiful venue at Rhodes. I cannot recommend Rhodes enough. Honestly, a perfect place to get married!

Lynnea S

I could not be happier with this venue. We were looking for a large space with high ceilings and hardwood floors and we found The Rhodes through The Knot. We worked with Maggie a...

nd she was SO easy to work with, so quick to respond, and really made everything about our wedding from day one of planning to the day of the wedding so smooth. We had a lot of unique requests for our wedding day, but she made them happen. The food was AMAZING and so was the staff working the event. Not to mention that the space is absolutely gorgeous!! I truly have no complaints. I highly recommend them; I wish I was planning another big event so I could go back again!!

Amanda V

Everything was PERFECT!!!!! I couldn’t have asked for a better team

Andrew M

A beautiful, historic venue run by an amazing staff. Maggie, our planner and coordinator anticipated all of our needs and was so well prepared and organized that we were truly able...

to be guests at our own wedding. Rhodes is owned by Russell Morin Catering and their food was phenomenal. They even accommodated a few of our requests to go off menu. Would recommend in a heartbeat!

Stacey S

Maggie Shields at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet is my hero! My fiance, I mean husband, and I were so amazed at how smoothly our wedding went on 1/19/19. Not one thing went wrong and that...

is in large part to Maggie. She was calm and kind throughout the whole night. She ensured that our glasses were always full and that we were always aware of our timeline. I had the absolute best night of my life. My guests enjoyed the food immensely. The venue looked stunning for both the ceremony and reception. I trusted Maggie to use her best judgement in the planning of placement for many of my decorations and she did not disappoint. Rhodes worked with my budget and went above and beyond my wildest dreams. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Do not hesitate to book your event here it will be worth it! Also the new wedding coordinator at Rhodes I believe her name was Rebecca, but I could be mistaken, was equally amazing and sweet!

Emily A

My husband and I were married at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet on August 4th and we still have not stopped smiling about the day since. There's not much to say about how STUNNING the venu...

e is, because you will see that immediately upon entering the building (our guests were in awe). The true value of this venue is Maggie (the coordinator) and the staff at Rhodes. Maggie was with us through every bit of planning and was the most helpful coordinator that a stressed bride could have asked for. She made sure every detail was PERFECT on the day of, and truly went above and beyond for us the whole way through. She followed us around with hors d'oeuvres and drinks while we took our pictures, organized all of our other vendors, and was so pleasant the entire time. Looking back, we could not picture our day without her. All of our family can't stop talking about how wonderful she was, and our guests have not stopped complimenting the service (and the food) at Rhodes. I truly cannot say enough about this venue and encourage anyone who is considering a wedding here to visit ... you won't be disappointed!

Samantha H

We absolutely loved Rhodes on the Pawtuxet for our wedding on 7.21.18. Maggie was our coordinator and could not have been more helpful, lovely, thoughtful, and amazing to work wit...

h. She was extremely organized and willing to do pretty much anything to help us make our day as special as it could be. She was also very responsive to any questions, which we found so helpful trying to manage so many different vendors. The day of our wedding Maggie made sure my husband and I were kept in the loop of all the adjustments before the ceremony began and frequently checked in to see if we needed any refreshments. After the wedding our guests commented on how amazing the food was and how lovely the wait staff was. Everything was absolutely perfect for our wedding and I couldn't recommend Rhodes on the Pawtuxet more! We truly had the best day ever thanks to Maggie and her staff.

Nicole P

The venue was truly unbelievable! We are extremely pleased with how our wedding turned out! The staff was wonderful and helpful. However, I do have some things to share when consid...

ering this venue. A. Be aware that there are many things that are not included if you don't go with the all inclusive. We had to pay extra for up-lighting, colored napkins, chairs, GOBO, chandeliers.... B. The on-site outdoor ceremony area is nothing to write home about. We settled for having it inside and it turned out to be absolutely beautiful. C. Food was amazing! However, we had to pay extra for certain hors d'oeuvres and entree options. Again, we were extremely happy with how our wedding turned out . Just be careful because different options and add-ons hike up the cost significantly!

Lauren C

We fell in love with the visual aspects of the venue immediately and did not see anything even remotely comparable during our search. The gleaming hardwood floors and spacious layo...

ut won us over, and the lighting installation was so gorgeous that even pictures taken on cell phones are stunning (can't wait to get our professional images back!). We received endless compliments from our guests, many saying they had never been to a more beautiful wedding. The best part is, the beauty of Rhodes is not weather-dependent--you could have a your wedding in the middle of winter with ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all indoors in unique, beautiful spaces. Our experience working with Jessica was seamless, professional, and delightful. She gave us the sense that everything was taken care of. She was with us the whole way from booking until the day of the wedding, efficiently communicating with us to confirm important details during the planning process to calming my nerves before I walked down the aisle and making sure our card box was in a secure location during the reception. She was extremely thorough; great at her job. With a late-booking discount, the Rhodes package price was on the low end of the venues we looked into and the quality of services on the high end. However, I take issue with the inflated prices of the wedding industry in general; we spent what I view as an exorbitant amount of money for the actual goods and services received. So with the caveat of "wedding venues are insanely expensive," we would rate Rhodes as having very good value. All in all, we would highly recommend Rhodes on the Pawtuxet. Extremely visually appealing, top-notch professional service, the best day of our lives.

Alexis K

Our wedding day was perfect! Numerous people commented about how good the food, service and venue itself was and people are still talking about it days later. Thank-you to the Rhod...

es for making our day so special.

Kristina T

Rhodes on the Pawtuxet was amazing!!!! It was the only wedding venue we looked at because we loved it so much! Jessica went above and beyond for us through the whole wedding proces...

s. She responded so quickly to every email and was so sweet and easy to get along with! We can't thank you enough!! The night was so perfect!

Sarah B

If you're looking to get married, do yourself and your guests a favor and get married here. My husband and I were married here on October 7th and could not possibly have had a bet...

ter experience. Working with Jessica was a dream; she was so easy to talk to, caring, and clearly extremely experienced. She did everything in her power to make us have the perfect wedding. It seriously was flawless. Rhodes on the Pawtuxet is a stunning venue with gorgeous hard wood floors that reflect the fairytale-like lighting beautifully. It was like walking into a dream. Russell Morin is their caterer and I 100% can see why; their food was absolutely to die for. There was a tasting event for all couples in February, where we were able to try most of the many menu options and we were not disappointed. On the day of the actual wedding, the food was even better. We had the filet mignon and a chicken dish, as well as many amazing hor d'oeuvres. Many of our guests told us their steak was the best they've ever had. My favorite appetizer was the buerreck, which was kind of like a spanakopita. My husband's was clam cake and chowder shooter or the mini beef wellington. We had three passed desserts, which also got a ton of compliments, particularly the dough boys. So many people told us that we weren't going to get to eat on our wedding day, but they were very, very wrong. Jessica personally delivered many platters of hor d'oeuvres to us while we were taking photos during the cocktail hour. We had a personal server at our sweetheart table who made sure we were eating and had everything we needed. She brought us drinks and took great care of us. Throughout the night, we had servers going out of their way to make sure we got desserts. We could barely move. I also heard from many of our guests that their servers were incredible. Bob and Barb, the married couple, were charming and well-loved by everyone. Everything we possibly could have needed was taken care of. I asked my husband what else I should say and he said, "It's hard to think of things to say when everything was flawless. Everything was perfect and it was crazy good." I think that sums it up well.

Erin M

Rhodes was a GORGEOUS venue to have my wedding. We had 150 people which felt perfect in the space. Working with Jessica was incredibly effortless and she was unbelievable the day o...

f. I would not change one thing about my day, and most of that had to do with it being at Rhodes. This place is unique, historic and is absolutely stunning if you want something a little bit different. Very glamorous and classic. We were incredibly lucky as we were the first wedding that was able to experience the remodeled lighting. WOW is all I can say to that. I just have to say something special in regards to the food. The menu was custom made for us as we wanted serving stations, and when I say people raved, they RAVED. People ate so much they needed a minute before they were ready to dance. The food was exceptional. My guests still say that they cannot pick their favorite thing from the day, because there were so many amazing elements, which is the highest compliment I feel I can receive as a bride. Jessica and Rhodes had a huge part in that, so thank you Jessica!

Tom P

We loved having Rhodes host our wedding. First off, the packages they offer took a lot of the stress out of the whole process right from the start. Jessica was our coordinator and ...

she was great as well. We had a lot of random requests and she was able to accommodate all of them. My groomsmen also aren't the easiest people to give direction to but Jessica had them all falling in line. The food was great and we loved the way the space turned out after all the choices we made. It sounds cliche, but we really wouldn't change anything about our day and a big thanks goes to Rhodes for that.

Michelle P

THANK YOU Rhodes on the Pawtuxet for making our wedding absolutely perfect. We got married in May 2017 and Jessica Krasner made sure every single detail was as I wanted it. Rhodes ...

was so easy to work with from the very beginning, with Jessica promptly responding to every "bridezilla" email I came up with. She was open to our crazy/creative ideas, including having cornhole in the ballroom! She even made sure I always had a drink in hand and food on my plate/mouth (read: put a grilled cheese late night snack in my mouth to make sure I got a taste!) The venue is absolutely gorgeous and our photos are breathtaking. Everyone was so happy with how fast the bar service was (we had a wedding of about 200 guests) and raved about the food and late night snacks. You should not hesitate about booking this venue, it will be easiest part of wedding planning.

Mark G

My wife and I got married last October at Rhodes and we absolutely loved it. The venue was clean and very beautiful. Jessica and Maggie made the entire wedding process easy and str...

ess free. They recommended vendors that met our expectations. Everyone involved went above and beyond our expectations to make us and our guests have a memorable time. We highly recommend Rhodes on the Pawtucket for your wedding day!

Erika T

Words can not begin to describe how amazing Maggie and her team are! From the beginning she has responded to any email or question I had very quickly. The day of she blew me away. ...

My venue was breath taking and she was right by my side with anything I needed. She even gave me her personal wine cup with lid so I wouldnt get sangria on my dress. I can't recommend Rhodes on the Pawtuxet more. I will forever be greatful for all of her help! If your undecided on your venue it's Rhodes on the Pawtuxet!!! The venue speaks for itself!

rin G

My husband and I were over the moon about this gorgeous space! The historic element is exactly what we were looking for for our wedding day. It has beautiful character and our gu...

ests had plenty of room to move around. Maggie and Jessica made the process of planning stress-free and fun! It was simple with the expertise given and the talented vendors recommended. The staff was amazingly friendly which was much appreciated with all the excitement of the day. We could not be happier about our decision to be married at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet and highly recommend this venue to any couple getting hitched!

Katie M

It may be a bit delayed as we got married October 2016, but I still can't stop raving about how wonderful our reception at Rhodes was. From start to finish, Jessica and the team at...

Rhodes were marvelous. Jessica was always on point, eager to help, and quick with responding to a stressed out bride that sent lots and lots of emails (which is no easy task!) Jessica took care of everything and really helped to ease our minds throughout the process, and especially as we got closer to the day. As we are approaching our 1st Anniversary, my husband and I are still getting compliments about the venue, the friendliness of the staff, the amazing food, and overall ambiance that Rhodes provides. Jessica even worked with my father on arranging a surprise for myself and my now-husband - Portuguese folk dancers! My husband and I were so surprised, and she did a fantastic job of keeping that big secret from us! For anyone who is considering Rhodes as their venue, I hope this review helps to make your choice! You won't be disappointed, and I can almost guarantee that even after months your guests will still be talking about it :)

Teri C

Everything about our June wedding at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet was perfect. Jessica was our wedding coordinator and made sure every last detail was squared away, I really didn't worry...

about a single thing on the day of my wedding because I knew the professional team at Rhodes would have everything handled! Russel Morins catering is amazing, the food is always delicious from beginning to end (I've been to multiple weddings and events where they have catered; never disappoints!) The decor and the building itself is unlike anything I've ever seen before, which is why we fell in love with it in the first place. The new makeover with the draping is spectacular, truly unique, and our guests are still talking about how beautiful it was over a month later. Thank you Rhodes for providing us with an unbelievable wedding we'll never forget!

Michael B

Our wedding day at Rhodes was PERFECT! Maggie was extremely helpful and accommodating on our wedding day as well as our rehearsal. She did great with our items we brought in the w...

eek of the wedding. She helped us with a lot of quotes because we kept adjusting what we wanted to fit our budget. The food was exquisite and the mango chicken was better than anyone could imagine. The cake done by Russel Morin was funfetti for us and beyond delicious. The only reason it's 4 stars and not 5 is because there were just some times my wife and I felt like we weren't a top priority for Rhodes. We do understand there are tons of weddings, but you want to feel like the most important, especially with the money you spend. Most importantly though, and it can't be stressed enough, is our day went perfectly start to finish.

Stephen S

We loved the Rhodes! Jessica was absolutely fantastic and with my wife and I every step of the way. She was extremely helpful from the get go and was always available, able to an...

swer questions and guide us through the big and small details/decisions. The Rhodes was everything we wanted and more. The cocktail hour and reception was such an amazing celebration and our guests had an incredible time. The food was absolutely delicious and we could not have asked for anything better. Thanks again to Jessica and the Rhodes!

Kate S

Rhodes was an amazing choice for our wedding! The reception room was beautiful and we were able to customize it to our liking! When we entered on our wedding day, everything looked...

perfect! The food was fantastic and all of our guests had a blast! Jessica was great to work with and made the night go off without a hitch! We would highly recommend this venue!

Chantelle C

Rhodes was absolutely fantastic! Working with them was fabulous from the first meeting all the way through to the wedding day! And the wedding day!!! OMG! I've never felt like such...

a princess in all my life! The day was wonderful and Rhodes and their staff are wonderful!

Angelica G

Rhodes on the Pawtuxet was an amazing choice for our daughter and son-in-law's wedding reception on July 9th of this year. The venue itself is spacious and architecturally beautif...

ul, very elegant. However, more impressive than the lovely venue was the professionalism of the staff. We had been told by friends that planning a wedding was stressful and at times exasperating. We did not find that to be true in planning a wedding with Rhodes. Jessica Krasner was both professional and helpful in the planning and execution of our daughter's wedding. Her suggestions and advice were always helpful and reduced the stress level for us. Reminders helped us to know exactly what had to be done and when, which again reduced the stress level associated with such an event. The day of the wedding everything looked amazingly beautiful from the cocktail area to the reception area. Both exceeded our expectations. The food was outstanding, thank you Russell Morin for the wonderful food; and the service staff was attentive and professional. We are still receiving comments from our guests who continue to rave about the food, the venue and the staff. My husband and I and particularly our children had a wonderful time; the food, the staff and the venue made for a memorable evening. Jessica's help throughout the evening was greatly appreciated by my husband and me. The evening was truly beautiful and most importantly everyone enjoyed themselves especially the bride and groom. Many thanks to everyone at Rhodes, you guys are GREAT!!

Sherry P

Between the building, coordinators, grounds, lighting, food!!! I am still getting calls telling me it was the best wedding that anyone has ever been to! Guests from ages 20-90 ra...

ved!!!! You could not beat the service. If you looked up, someone was there asking if you needed anything. They had our drinks memorized! EVERYONES!! Morin Caterers are by far the best. The food was unbelievable. There was not one single complaint I could think of!! It was perfection like I've never seen. One of my guests told me that she had been to 3 weddings in the past year and all were nice but my daughters was over the top. It's amazing a month later and everyone is still talking about what an amazing time it was!! I'm the Mother of the Bride so I did the planning and I could never have gotten the results without Maggie who is general manager and events specialists. She is a very special young lady. First class all the way. She helped me from beginning to the very end. I could have never done it without her. I really can't say enough about Rhodes and their staff. Words just can't express!!!

Wes H

We could not possibly be more pleased with our decision to hold both our ceremony and our reception at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet! We decided to purchase the all-inclusive package, an...

d it made a world of difference in our pre-wedding schedule. Jessica made everything so easy, and was both attentive and kind throughout the planning and the big night, itself. She took the stress out of our wedding day, and helped us through every step of the planning process with great advice and a friendly demeanor. The venue was beautiful, the food was incomparable, and the attention to detail was stupendous. Thank you so much, Jessica, for helping to make our wedding so perfect!!

Jamie P

My husband Stash and I got married at the Rhodes this past September, and we were just blown away! The setup was simply spectacular, the food was amazing, and Jessica was on top of...

every last detail. We will always remember how happy we were to experience the best weekend of our lives at the Rhodes...we still can't stop talking about the experience! ~Jamie & Stash

Suzanne S

My son and daughter-in-law were married at Rhodes last December and I have to say that it was a wonderful event; guests are still telling me how beautiful it was and how the food w...

as the best they ever had at a wedding. I was involved in every stage of the planning and right from the beginning Jessica made us feel so comfortable and confident with all of our choices. I can’t say enough good things about Jessica and the entire staff. The day of the wedding Jessica made sure everything ran smoothly, she even stayed on the phone with the bride’s grandmother, who was lost, and helped direct her to the venue. There are many wedding venues in Rhode Island but I don’t think my son’s wedding would have been as beautiful or memorable if it had been held anywhere else.

Stash P

The Rhodes on the Pawtuxet far surpassed my wedding expectations. All my bride and I kept hearing after the ceremony was, "This was the best wedding I've been to." Everyone loved...

how the food, attentive service, historic venue...to put it simply, the day was perfect. Thank you Rhodes!

Aida H

We had our daughter's wedding at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet. We dealt with Jessica, our event planner. I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience: magical, professional,...

beautiful. Jessica was so patient with all our questions and concerns (and we had many!), so accommodating and flexible with all our unique special requests. The environment was warm and welcoming and with Jessica's special touches it was stress free. She thought of everything! Clearly experienced and professional at this job but also a delight to work with.

Kim T

Rhodes on the Pawtuxet was a beautiful place to have our wedding reception. It is a large hall, where it can hold up to 800 people, but we had about 235 people and the place was pe...

rfect. The tables were nicely spaced apart, without any crowding and there was a ton of dance floor space. There is a nice stage for the DJ. We had uplighting, which totally transformed the venue and it was beautiful. Jessica took care of everything for us, from scheduling, to the set up (we were very specific with # of chairs per table, children per table). I was very pleased that my friend who had severe allergies was able to eat, and Jessica checked in with her throughout the night and made sure she was taken care of. I greatly appreciated that, as well as how she accommodated for extra guests that I did not anticipate. I only had two small problems. I could not make the one day of food tasting, which was a Thursday evening. It was possible to have a private tasting, but the options would have been more limited. I would have preferred if it was on a weekend, but everything worked out. I also found an issue with the bill twice, and Jessica and the finance department took care of that immediately for me. Both were very minor things, and I could not have asked for things to work out better. The food was delicious and overall, very good experience. Would definitely recommend them

Jessica C

We had both our ceremony and reception at Rhodes in November and had the most wonderful experience. It has such an amazingly beautiful vintage look to it, from the moment we saw ...

it I knew we had to get married there. They have a wonderful staff, who was so attentive to our every need, down to a bottle of champagne in the bridal suite and pre-wedding ordeurves. Jessica Krasner is the perfect wedding planner she walks you through every step of the way with worksheets of things you need to tic tacs for when you walk down the aisle. Morins catering makes the most delicious and photo worthy food, and they even send you home with a hotel doggie bag. They have packages that provide you with reputable and award winning connections to DJs, florists, and photographers, which is so helpful seeing as how most people have never planned a wedding before. I would absolutely recommend Rhodes to everyone, they are worth every penny!

Timothy D

I'm a wedding vendor myself so I already knew what to look for in a wedding venue. Rhodes was already in my top 3 of venue choices. When I found out that Russel Morin Fine Catering...

was Rhodes' in-house caterer, I was 110% sold. My wife booked the venue and worked with Jessica and her amazing team on all the details. Jess was a pleasure to work with - she's always smiling, friendly and very responsive. She helped us with the linen rentals, lighting etc and brought it all together into one incredible setting. Our wedding was absolutely incredible and it would not have been as amazing if it were not for Jess and ALL of the Rhodes' staff. I can't speak highly enough about them, we love them!

Amanda B

This is an amazing venue. I had so many options for beautiful photos. They have a path and trail and a wooden bridge in the back that was beautiful with the fall leaves. Our weddin...

g ceremony was outside on site and everything was beautiful. The cocktail hour hall wowed my guest, it was great that it w was separate from the dining and dancing area. The ball room itself was more beautiful than I could ever imagine. I loved the tall ceilings and wooden floors. My wedding was the best ever, classic and beautiful thanks to Rhodes.

Dennise F

This venue exceeded my expectations. Jessica was extremely helpful and made my dream wedding come true. She made sure everything ran smoothly and took a bunch of stress off my shou...

lders. I would highly recommend this venue hands down! The food was to die for, that is all my guests talked about!

Nicole R

We just want to say a huge thank you to everyone at Russell Morin and Rhodes on the Pawtuxet for making our Wedding Day literally the #BestDayEver. It really was the best day of ...

our lives and everything about the venue/food/drinks/accommodation was perfect. We were so honored to be able to celebrate our big day at a venue that is stunning, classic, and historical, just days after its 100 Year Anniversary! Jessica and her team at Russell Morin/Rhodes on the Pawtuxet are simply fantastic! Russell Morin’s catering can only be described as out of this world. For weeks following the wedding compliments from guests poured in, saying the food was the best they ever had at any wedding! Guests also overheard people who were not in attendance talking about our event, which goes to show how absolutely amazing it truly was. Our reception went so smoothly and it’s because of this incredible team and their attention to detail. Big thanks to Jessica who made the whole process so relaxed and enjoyable, she ensured everything we wanted was perfect on our big day. As an anxious bride, juggling multiple things outside of the wedding, I truly appreciated Jessica’s guidance and patience with me, as I planned my “Rhode Island” themed wedding… Adorned with anchors and chockfull of coffee milkshakes, Dels Lemonade and Vodka Signature drink, clam cakes and chowder, fish and chips… and the list goes on. I had very specific ideas in mind with not a ton of time to put them into action, but Jessica was able to help me make my visions a reality, nonetheless. She acted as not only the on-site planner for our “All-Inclusive” wedding, but also as the host for the day, where she ensured everything ran smoothly and was a complete rockstar. We would highly recommend Rhodes on the Pawtuxet to any couple looking for a truly classy, customizable, perfect reception venue for their wedding. We hope to celebrate our anniversaries here for years to come.

Daniel L

I wanted a venue with a vintage feel and Rhodes on the Pawtuxet delivered! With it’s rich history and beautiful building, it set the stage for a wonderful wedding and made our pict...

ures perfect! I fell in love at first sight with the archways that line the interior and the expansive wood floors. We had about 175 people at the wedding and the building was able to easily accommodate our group while still maintaining a cozy, intimate feel. There was a gorgeous, large bar area for guests to mingle and enjoy the hors d’oeuvres in during cocktail hour. The sizable dance floor created the ability to have a fun party atmosphere so we could dance the night away. Along with the gorgeous architecture, the employees help to make the process easy and enjoyable. Jessica Krasner was incredibly helpful and always available to answer any questions we could possibly have had. She was able to suggest vendors, like lighting, that had done weddings at Rhodes in the past to help enhance the beauty of the building. Jessica definitely made what can be an overwhelming and stressful process, enjoyable! Another high point to Rhodes is the food! There are tons of options of hors d’oeuvres, which definitely came in handy due to dietary restrictions we had in our families. I can confidently say that all of the guests we have talked to have raved about how delicious the food was and that it was the best food they have ever had! Honestly, between the incredible food, the friendly wait staff, and the amazing service, I can't tell you how many compliments I received both during and after the wedding. The night was so magical; we didn’t want it to end! What else can I say about this venue except that it was the best decision we made for the wedding! If a wonderful, memorable wedding is what you want, Rhodes is the place for you!

Emily K

I wanted a venue with a vintage feel and Rhodes on the Pawtuxet delivered! With it’s rich history and beautiful building, it set the stage for a wonderful wedding and made our pict...

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