Celebrate your Wedding at our historic venue!
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Jean Drum
MANAGER
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AWARD WINNER (6X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Situated on 80 acres in Dover, Massachusetts, the Connors Center provides memorable indoor and outdoor settings for weddings - just 20 miles from downtown Boston. The main house, rustic pavilion and landscaped gardens accommodate both ceremonies and celebrations.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Estate
Garden
Historic Venue
Tented
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Jean Drum
Manager
Jean is the wedding sales and assistant event manager at the Connors Center.
As a certified wedding planner with more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Jean has executed events of all sizes. While there are many enjoyable aspects of planning weddings, she gets the most pleasure from seeing guests smiling and enjoying their experiences upon their arrival.
Favorite Connors Wedding Memory: I will never forget the time we moved a ceremony indoors in 5 minutes because of rain. The new space was just as gorgeous and all were so happy and thankful.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.061 reviews
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The Connors Center is highly praised by couples for its magical and beautiful setting, elegant grounds, and cozy estate vibe, making it a perfect wedding venue. With on-site lodging available, guests felt relaxed, joyful, and connected, creating unforgettable memories. Attendees appreciated the attentive and professional staff, particularly singling out Jean for her exceptional support and expertise, ensuring seamless events and memorable experiences. Overall, The Connors Center is recommended for its stunning backdrop, helpful staff, and stress-free planning process, offering an intimate and unique venue for weddings.Review photos
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Jessica G
5.0
1/06/2026
The Connors Center is absolutely wonderful!! My husband and I got married there in June 2025 and had the most amazing wedding weekend. It quite literally feels like a hidden gem! ...
The long tree lined driveway adds a touch of magic as you pull up to the front door. I can’t recommend selecting the weekend option enough! We hosted all of our wedding related events (rehearsal dinner, welcome drinks, wedding day and a send off breakfast) at the venue and it made everything so easy for ourselves and our guests. Having family and friends who traveled from out of town stay at the venue was so perfect and made the weekend feel like a big house party. For me, it was so ideal being able to wake up on the wedding day morning and just walk a few steps down the hall to the bridal suite to start the day. Being able to stay there and get ready just upstairs from the ceremony site took away so much worry, so this was a big perk of the venue. Every room you are able to use is beautiful and each felt comfortable for the events. The rooms are filled with old world charm and the outdoor patios are such amazing features! The one off the estate room is especially nice and so many guests liked hanging out there. The grounds and garden areas are also so pretty and make a perfect backdrop for photos! Sadly, in true New England weather style, we couldn’t use the outdoor space for our ceremony (the indoor space in front of the huge window was just a stunning) as it is was pouring rain, but the outdoor ceremony spot feels so romantic and peaceful. That brings me to Jean, who is just incredible! She was so patient and helpful through the weather debacle and had the place prepared for a change of plan to being indoors with no problem. Through the whole process, she was kind, patient, helpful and calm. She was really so, so wonderful to work with! The whole staff there was also so great! Overall, we can’t recommend The Connors Center enough. We had a great experience there and have such nice memories from our wedding weekend!
Response from The Connors Center on 01/08/2026
Jessica,
Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed feedback about the venue—it mea...
ns a lot to us! We’re thrilled to know that everyone found something to enjoy and that you, your family, and friends have such joyful memories to look back on and cherish. It was truly an honor to help you celebrate your wedding weekend. Congratulations to you both!
Kristin O
5.0
12/31/2025
We absolutely loved having our wedding at the Connor's Center! The grounds and facility are stellar, and the staff is incredibly helpful. We got married over the summer, and were j...
ust talking the other day about how we couldn't have imagined getting married anywhere else. 10/10 recommend this venue.
Response from The Connors Center on 01/02/2026
Dear Krisitn,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We absolutely loved being part of you...
r summer wedding and are thrilled to hear how special the Connors Center was for you. It means so much to know you couldn’t imagine celebrating anywhere else—thank you for the wonderful recommendation.
Any questions?
Katelyn R
5.0
12/18/2025
The Connors Center was truly the most magical place we could have imagined for our wedding. The gardens are absolutely breathtaking and created the perfect, romantic backdrop for o...
ur ceremony and celebration. Having on-site lodging was such a gift — our guests loved being able to stay together all weekend, which made the entire experience feel relaxed, joyful, and incredibly special.
Most of all, we are endlessly grateful for Jean Drum, who went above and beyond at every step. Jean was supportive, calm, and unbelievably helpful throughout the entire planning process and on the wedding weekend itself. Her attention to detail and genuine care made us feel completely at ease, knowing everything was in the best possible hands. Thanks to Jean and the amazing Connors Center team, our wedding felt seamless, meaningful, and truly unforgettable. We cannot recommend this venue highly enough.
Response from The Connors Center on 01/02/2026
Katelyn,
Thank you so much for your beautiful words. We are truly honored that the Connors...
Center was part of such a meaningful celebration, and we’re so glad the setting and weekend experience were everything you hoped for.
Thank you again for choosing the Connors Center and for sharing your experience. We wish you a lifetime of happiness.
Siobhan D
5.0
12/12/2025
Having our wedding at The Connors Center was truly the best decision we could have made! After touring several hotels and venues in Boston, nothing felt quite right, we wanted some...
thing unique, intimate, and truly special. The moment we stepped onto the grounds of the Connors Center, we knew it was the perfect place for us.
The property is absolutely breathtaking. Our guests were amazed by its beauty and couldn’t believe such a venue existed so close to the city. Even our photographers commented that the stonework and arches felt like something out of Europe! It’s an extraordinary setting for a wedding, and what makes it even better is the ability for guests to stay on-site at an incredibly affordable rate. Having the entire estate to ourselves for the weekend was an experience like no other.
We hosted our family and wedding party on Friday night, which gave us time to relax and enjoy the grounds before the big day. After the wedding, we invited guests to stay overnight, and it made the celebration even more memorable and fun!
Jean and Susan were phenomenal throughout the entire process. Their attention to detail, responsiveness, and genuine care made planning stress-free. They are true experts at what they do.
If you’re looking for a venue that is stunning, intimate, and unforgettable, book The Connors Center. You will not regret it! We would choose it a thousand times over.
Response from The Connors Center on 01/02/2026
Siobhan,
It was truly a pleasure working with you from start to finish. We are so grateful...
that you chose the Connors Center for your wedding—its beauty made for a wonderful setting, and your celebration was especially memorable.
Thank you as well for your kind words and for sharing your experience with others. It means a great deal to us.
Haley D
5.0
11/12/2025
An amazing and beautiful venue for your garden/mansion vibe wedding!!
Really loved this venue. They have a great rain back up plan if you choose to get married outside.
Response from The Connors Center on 11/14/2025
Haley, The Connors Center prides itself on making sure our guests have a wonderful experi...
ence! The Connors Center can offer back up plans and create a seamless transition should weather become an obstacle. Thank you for sharing. We wish you both all the best!
Brianna A
5.0
11/12/2025
The Connors Center was the first and only venue we toured when deciding on our location. Jean was amazing and so helpful throughout the whole process. We were at the venue the whol...
e weekend and every guest who came said they had the most amazing time. Our friends and family still talk about how much fun they had. We are so thankful for Jean and the whole staff for making our wedding just as we dreamed.
Response from The Connors Center on 11/14/2025
Brianna, Thank you for your kind words! The Connors Center prides itself on making sure ...
our guests have a wonderful experience from the venue itself through the interactions with each have with our partners in catering and other areas. We are so glad you had a wonderful time and wish you both all the best.
Kiana N
5.0
10/27/2025
Our wedding at The Connors Center was truly a dream come true! The venue’s indoor and outdoor spaces are stunning, with a cozy estate vibe that made the day unforgettable. When rai...
n changed our outdoor ceremony plans, the team seamlessly moved everything inside and it turned out even more beautiful than we expected.
A special shoutout to Jean, the incredible coordinator — calm, organized, and so kind. She handled every detail perfectly so we could just enjoy the day.
Having all our guests stay on-site made the weekend feel intimate and connected. We can’t recommend The Connors Center enough — gorgeous venue, amazing staff, and memories we’ll cherish forever.
Response from The Connors Center on 10/30/2025
Kiana, Thank you for your wonderful and kind words. We truly take pride in ensuring all ...
of our couples have a truly amazing time and get to enjoy all the house has to offer.
Brenda S
5.0
10/09/2025
Jean Drum was such a pleasure to work with. She was so very attentive and responsive. The Connors Center was impeccable inside and outside. Absolutely gorgeous. Meticulous g...
rounds and gardens. So many lovely areas within this one venue. We had the rehearsal dinner, wedding, and after-party, each in a different area. The bride/bridesmaid room (to get hair and make-up done) and the groomsmen’s room (to hangout in) were perfect. The ceremony area (St. Cecelia’s Garden) was unbelievable…luscious greenery, gorgeous stone stair entrance, perfectly landscaped. Truly magical. The arches, the terrace, the main parlor… each area is honestly perfect. Extremely clean. The signature suites were very pretty! I loved EVERYTHING about this venue and would highly recommend it!!!
Response from The Connors Center on 10/30/2025
Brenda, your words are so incredibly kind and truly embody all that we offer in terms of s...
paces to celebrate in. Thank you!
Kyle R
5.0
9/25/2025
The Connors Center was a dream! This venue had everything we were searching for— beautiful and well-maintained grounds, incredibly helpful staff, and plenty of lodging for our frie...
nds and family. Our wedding went off without a hitch in large part to how seamless The Connors Center functioned as a venue. Our guests were marveling at the beautiful space all weekend. if you're looking for an all-in-one venue in the MA-area, look no further!
Response from The Connors Center on 09/25/2025
Hello Kyle,
Thank you so much for your kind words. The Connors Team is so honored to hav...
e helped you celebrate your wedding.
-Jean
Rylee S
5.0
6/29/2025
Cannot say enough positive things about the Connors Center! Our June 2025 wedding was everything we had dreamed of. The gardens were a beautiful backdrop this time of year and the ...
grounds were all impeccably maintained. We loved that the whole event took place at one location for ease of scheduling and managing vendors, but the ceremony, cocktail and reception all had distinct spaces that flowed together so well. You can tell that the staff who works here are a well-oiled machine. We worked with Jean and Susan who were both so professional, kind and helpful throughout the planning process and on our big day. 10/10 would recommend this for your next event!
Response from The Connors Center on 09/21/2025
Rylee,
Thank you so much for your wonderful and kind words. We are so grateful to help yo...
u host such a memorable event. Thank you for choosing the Connors Center.
-Jean
Jenni B
5.0
10/29/2024
The Connors Center was the perfect venue for us to have not only a spectacular wedding day, but a truly special wedding weekend. The lodging that The Connors Center provides is aff...
ordable and comfortable, making it one of the deciding factors for us to book our wedding there, especially because a vast majority of our guests were traveling from out of state. We opted for a predominantly indoor event, and the beautiful reception space and parlors really come to life with decorations and guests. We were able to take pictures all around the venue's wonderful outdoor spaces as well, and the newly renovated patio spaces were amazing for letting our guests spread out and get fresh air. Finally, and perhaps most importantly, the staff at The Connors Center is a joy to work with. They are responsive, incredibly friendly, and knowledgeable. Jean in particular served as our primary point of contact, and she was essential in making the entire event run smoothly and putting us, an admittedly anxious couple, completely at ease throughout the whole weekend. Their recommended vendors were clearly chosen with care and consideration as well, as we had phenomenal experiences with all of the vendors we chose from their list. Whether you are two alumni of Boston College or have no affiliation to it at all, we highly recommend having your wedding at The Connors Center.
Response from The Connors Center on 11/03/2024
Hello Jack,
Thank you for your wonderful words. We are so glad that The Connors Center c...
hecked all of your boxes. Having the lodging has been helpful to most of our couples. It was such a pleasure to work with you and your families to help bring your wedding day to reality. Thank you so much!
Sally F
5.0
10/26/2024
So happy with our decision to have our August 2024 wedding at the Connors Center. The venue is stunning and unique, and their team (especially Jean and Susan) is fantastic. We had ...
our entire wedding weekend on-site, from the rehearsal dinner to the ceremony and reception. It was so nice to stay there for the weekend with our families and many of our guests. We are still receiving compliments from guests!
Response from The Connors Center on 10/27/2024
Hello Sally,
Thank you so much for your kind words. It’s great to hear that the Connors ...
Center was the perfect venue for your wedding weekend. Having everything in one place must have made it so much easier to enjoy those special moments with your families and friends. Receiving compliments from your guests is the best validation of your choice. Congratulations on your wedding and know how honored we were to help you celebrate!
Maggie C
5.0
10/17/2024
We just had our wedding at the Connors Center on Sept 1, 2024. The whole experience, from start to finish, was amazing. The Connors Center is a beautiful and unique, timeless venue...
, and Jean and the Connors Center team/staff was absolutely incredible. From the start of planning, Jean was responsive, helpful, knowledgable, and professional. As soon as we visited the gorgeous property, we knew it was a special place perfect for our wedding. The grounds are gorgeous - well-manicured and maintained, in a way that really highlights the natural beauty of the property. Throughout the planning process, we knew we could rely on Jean to explain everything, answer any questions, and connect us with amazing vendors. All the vendors recommended by Connors were incredible and made our wedding amazing. When the day finally came, the Connors Center staff blew us away. They know what they are doing and have so much experience that made the day go so smoothly, and took any stress off our minds so us and our families could enjoy our special day. Our families and loved ones enjoyed staying on-site after the wedding and everyone raved about how beautiful the venue/grounds/buildings were and how kind and helpful the staff was. Connors will always be a special place for us after we had the most incredible wedding weekend and we have already been recommending the venue to anyone we can! Thank you Jean and Connors!!!
Response from The Connors Center on 10/22/2024
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! It means a lot to hear that your ...
wedding at The Connors Center was everything you dreamed of. It was such an honor that we were able to support you throughout the planning process and that the venue's beauty shone through on your special day. It’s fantastic to know that your families enjoyed their time on-site and appreciated the staff’s hospitality. Your kind words and recommendations are truly appreciated, and we’re so happy to have been part of such an important moment in your lives. Thank you for choosing The Connors Center!
Debbie B
5.0
10/15/2024
We rented the Connors Center for the weekend and were able to have a welcome party, reception and breakfast. It was so easy to work with Jean and Susan. They let us setup our own...
party on Friday evening using indoor and outdoor spaces. The dining room staff did an amazing job with breakfast including accommodating gluten and dairy allergies. With both families from out of town, it was so fun and easy to have everyone stay right at the venue. We would highly recommend the Connors Center for a wedding.
Response from The Connors Center on 10/22/2024
Dear Debbie,
Thank you for sharing your experience! We are so glad you had an incredible ...
weekend at The Connors Center, with the welcome party, reception, and breakfast all coming together seamlessly. It was such a pleasure to help you celebrate all during your time. here! Your recommendation means a lot, and I’m sure it will help others looking for the perfect wedding venue.
Marina P
5.0
10/15/2024
The Connors Center was my dream venue! I saw many venues and this one had it all! So many of my guests have said how gorgeous and special it was. Jean was so amazing to work with a...
ll year long. She answered my questions constantly in such a timely manner. She went above and beyond to make sure I got answers to even the tiny details. She was very knowledgeable about the wedding industry so she made the process much easier. I highly recommend you go visit the Connor’s Center because it’s even more beautiful in person!
Response from The Connors Center on 10/22/2024
Dear Marina,
Thank you for sharing your beautiful experience at The Connors Center! It so...
unds like it was the dream venue you envisioned for your special day. I’m so glad to hear how amazing Jean was to work with—having someone so dedicated and knowledgeable can truly make the planning process a breeze. I can only imagine how much your guests enjoyed the stunning setting! Your recommendation to visit in person is sure to inspire others to see its beauty for themselves.
Jeff M
5.0
10/14/2024
The Connors Center was the absolute perfect venue for our wedding. From the moment we toured the site over a year out, we knew that this was the place we needed to celebrate our we...
dding with our friends and family. Going into our planning we knew that we didn't want to work with a traditional "wedding factory," and the Connors Center was far from that! Jean, and her team, made all the planning and preparations for the months leading up to the event as smooth as possible. They were always available to answer questions whenever something popped into our heads, graciously offered us many opportunities to come into the venue to walk through and see things, and from the moment we signed on gave us an extremely detailed packet of information we referenced for months to come. The venue itself was the perfect spot for a beautiful outdoor ceremony, but with plenty of beautiful spaces indoors for a weather back up plan if needed. The grounds were so well kept, the stone arches made for beautiful photographs, and the newly remodeled patio with fireplace made for an excellent spot to hang out during the reception. The greatest benefit of the Center was being able to host all of our guests overnight and keep the entire evening in one location. The rooms were all comfortable, and the after party space extremely spacious and a great way to wind down after the ceremony/reception. The breakfast that the Connors Center provided the following morning was excellent. Everything about our experience at the Connors Center exceeded our expectations and every one of our guests felt how special this venue was.
Response from The Connors Center on 10/22/2024
Hello Jeff and Kara,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a true honor to work w...
ith you both throughout the year. We loved being a part of your wedding celebration with all your friends and family. What a perfect night it was! Thank you again for choosing The Connors Center as your wedding venue!
Nancy B
5.0
6/17/2024
Susan, Tammy, Chris and Jean worked their magic to make our daughter's June 2024 wedding dream a reality. Our daughter and her BC alum groom had the best outdoor wedding weekend at...
the Connors Center. The comprehensive website is the second most valuable resource the Connors Center has - next to Jean Drum. Their online recommended vendor list made it possible line up a stellar team of talented professionals who are excellent communicators and knowledgeable of the ins and outs of the venue. Jean's attention to detail and professional/attentive manner allowed us to relax and enjoy the moments of the weekend on-site events - Welcome Party, Wedding Day Brunch Buffet and Wedding Ceremony and Reception.
Response from The Connors Center on 10/02/2024
Nancy,
Thank you so much for your wonderful words! It was such a pleasure to work direct...
ly with you and your daughter to plan such a beautiful wedding. We love to work to help make couple's wedding day a wonderful experience. You and your daughter and families had a beautiful vision and all the attention to detail expressed how much you cared about bringing family and friends together for their wedding. Thank you for choosing The Connors Center!
Micaela P
5.0
2/22/2024
The Connor’s Center left a lasting impression on us from first glance. The sheer beauty of the architecture, the stonework, the preservation of the character of the estate all the ...
way down to the drive up to the front door. The Connor’s Center was one of my most loved portions of our wedding. It provided us with such a stunning backdrop for our perfect day. Not only was it beautiful, but also checked off numerous boxes for us in our wedding planning. The venue allowed us to celebrate the whole weekend from the rehearsal dinner to the Sunday following our wedding all in one venue. Guests were able to stay on site, making it even more convenient for our guests. We were able to celebrate each event within the estate with each portion of the wedding having a unique and distinct place from the other events. We were able to have our ceremony in one area with the cocktail and reception in separate spaces. Not to mention, the ability to get ready on-site the morning of the wedding. Having everything in one spot allowed for a seamless transition in our wedding day and allowed us to not have to worry about transportation. Susan was fantastic from the start. She was professional, friendly and ensured every part of our wedding day was executed to perfection. The staff at The Connor’s Center were very responsive to our many questions and were willing to accommodate our needs. We are still hearing compliments about the beauty of our wedding venue.
Response from The Connors Center on 10/02/2024
Hi Micaela,
It was such a pleasure to work with you and your families. We were honored t...
o have the opportunity to be a part of your wedding celebration. Thank you for your kind words about our special venue! We strive to make every event a success and your words have shown how important it is to us to make every part of your day a memorable one.
Lauren L
5.0
2/10/2024
Words can't express how grateful we are that we were able to have our wedding weekend at the Connors Center. I truly don't know where to begin - the staff were extremely helpful an...
d caring from the very beginning meeting all the way through the event. From our first meeting, to our walk throughs, to the day we arrived on site and the moment we left, I always felt at ease because Jean and Susan always assured me not to worry about a thing and that they would be there the entire time to make sure everything went smoothly - and they really did. Even with rain/downpours that caused a huge pivot, they helped to make everything ran smoothly and I didn't even have to think about a thing. The best part about the Connors Center is that you can also have your guests stay on site for the night or the weekend. We did the full weekend and our guests LOVED it. They raved about the staff and hospitality that they experienced. I truly can't recommend this beautiful location enough. I highly encourage you to check them out if you are looking for a beautiful property that provides hospitable and comfortable experience. You won't regret it!
Response from The Connors Center on 10/02/2024
Hi Lauren,
Thank you so very much for your kind words and recognition of how special The C...
onnors Center is! We were truly honored to work with you and your families and help to make your wedding all that you wanted!
Andrea C
5.0
12/07/2023
I recently got married in the spring of 2023 at The Connor’s Center and it was everything I could have possibly dreamed and more! We wanted an enchanted English garden type feel an...
d this venue gave just that! Growing up in the town right next door from Dover, MA I never knew this place existed. It’s a hidden gem right outside of Boston but that’s what I loved about it! Not only was the venue beautiful and accommodating but Jean Drum (the venue coordinator) was SPECTACULAR. Any questions or problems that we needed solved she was right on top of. It made the whole planning process as stress free as it could possibly be and that is key when wedding planning!
From our cocktail hour on the terrace, to the reception on the stunning grounds below, the wedding was a fairytale! We had our close friends and family stay on the grounds the night of which also made life so much easier for people coming out of town. It’s a one stop venue for all your wedding needs! I can’t thank Jean enough for all she did and all the help with our vendors. I can not recommend The Connor’s Center enough! Get in before everyone starts to find out about this venue!
I wish I could go back and relive my wedding day! I’m already trying to figure out my next event at the Connor’s Center!
Response from The Connors Center on 01/04/2024
Hello Andrea!
Thank you for your kind words. It was such an honor to help you both celebr...
ate your wedding. I look forward to your next event with us! :)
Mirline A
5.0
10/24/2023
Truly a Magical Celebration at The Connor Center!
My husband and I recently had our dream wedding at the Connor Center, and we couldn't have asked for a more perfect setting. The...
location itself was breathtaking, with its picturesque surroundings and stunning architecture providing an enchanting backdrop for our special day.
The facilities were top-notch, providing ample space for the rehearsal dinner the night before and both the ceremony and the reception.
The event coordinators were organized and professional, making the entire process stress-free and enjoyable. I had the pleasure of working closely with Jean Drum one of the events coordinator, and she was exceptional, ensuring every detail was taken care of seamlessly. From the initial planning stages to the day of the event, answered every question I had leading to the wedding. She was very attentive, accommodating, and made us feel truly valued, like family!
Overall, didn’t have any complaints for the whole weekend. Our experience at the Connor Center was nothing short of magical, and we would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a stunning and well-managed wedding venue.
Jing J
5.0
9/20/2023
We and our guests had a very impressive and enjoyable time. We appreciate the help and support from the Connors Center. Without Jean and her team, we wouldn't be able to have such ...
a gorgeous wedding. Love it! Thanks a lot!
Response from The Connors Center on 09/20/2023
Thank you, Jing,
It was so wonderful working with you both in this wonderful time of your ...
lives. We are thrilled to have been able to help not only a colleague but now a friend host their wedding.
Best,
Jean
Brian A
5.0
9/20/2023
I cannot say enough about the Connors Center as a wedding venue. As a foodservice professional my entire life I have serviced or visited most venues in New England. When it came to...
my own son's wedding the choice was easy. The venue is perfect as it allowed the rehearsal dinner and subsequent party, wedding ceremony, reception, after party and Sunday brunch all on their beautiful property where our guests stayed in the wonderful private rooms and had access to the entire facility for the duration of the weekend. The groomsmen actually played basketball while the bride and her bridesmaids had their hair and makeup done in the spacious bride's room. Other guests just enjoyed walking and enjoying the property and stunning views. I could gush about the venue all day in my opinion there is not a more beautiful setting in New England never mind a short ride from Boston., but I wanted to talk about the staff, Jean, Susan, Tammy and everyone involved are so professional, warm and caring no stone was left unturned. They rolled with the punches through months of planning and were there for us the entire weekend. Their calm demeanor and wedding and event knowledge allowed us to relax and enjoy the weekend they handled all of the details flawlessly and worked in conjunction with Gourmet Caterers to make it a wedding that will be talked about for years. So many guests have already said the best wedding they have ever been to. As a lifelong caterer I have been involved in thousands of weddings and was not disappointed in our choice of the Connors Center I wish we could give them more than 5 stars they deserve it!!
Response from The Connors Center on 09/20/2023
Thank you Brian for your kind words! Your son's wedding was a wonderful event and tastefu...
lly planned and executed. It was an honor to help you host their wedding! -Jean
Jeffrey M
5.0
9/18/2023
We cannot say enough about The Connors Center and its staff (especially Jean Drum). The venue itself is incredible and has a serious wow factor, something our guests all commented ...
on. It was also great to have exclusive use of the venue for the entire weekend. Jean was nothing short of amazing to work with, from day one. She is extremely responsive, incredibly helpful and a truly wonderful person. Everyone there was very professional. We decided to have our rehearsal dinner (welcome reception) and farewell breakfast onsite, as well, and the staff made it so easy for us. They are a well-oiled machine. We were recently commenting about how we wish we could have another major life event so that we could have it at The Connors Center and work with Jean again. We highly recommend them in all respects. All around an amazing experience, and one we will never forget.
Response from The Connors Center on 09/20/2023
Thank you Jeff,
It was an honor and a pleasure to get to know you both! Thank you for yo...
ur kind words.
Warm Regards,
Jean
Howard S
5.0
9/13/2023
Our daughter’s wedding was at the Connors Center in June 2023, and it could not have been a more magnificent experience. We cannot emphasize enough our positive feelings about ever...
y aspect.
Susan and Jean are completely delightful, thorough, responsive, insightful and helpful. Working with Jean for over a year must have certainly taxed her patience, but not once did she indicate that. She was always responsive, detailed and endlessly helpful.
We rented Connors from Friday thru Sunday brunch, which created a wonderful opportunity for everyone to socialize and be together. That was a great decision, as it gave us time to be with all the people so special to us.
We of course had hoped for an outdoor ceremony, and the gardens were beautiful, but a significant storm edged its way into our plans. We were able to tent the ceremony and therefore still be outside with the reception inside. This was all flawlessly executed.
Connors was such a perfect location for us. The private estate, the rooms for our guests, the multiple rooms for cocktails, dinner, dessert, the magnificent grounds. A bonus was having access to the Hospitality suite which meant space for hanging out at all times- Friday night, all day Saturday, after party etc.. Wonderful to have that.
Everything was pristine, every single space, guest room, grounds. This is a remarkable achievement.
We had such a wonderful experience. Everything worked out so perfectly. It was a terrific decision to rent Connors for the weekend, but that was a bonus. It is a beautiful place for a wedding, working with nicest and most helpful folks imaginable.
Scott M
5.0
9/13/2023
Jean Drum (Events Manager) and The Connors Center made our wedding weekend beyond any imaginable dream! Everything was spectacular. From when we booked The Connors Center over a ye...
ar ago up until the date of our wedding, the communication, ease to work with, and any other requests we had far exceed our expectations. We had so much fun that we asked Jean if we could help out at any weddings in the future!
We cannot recommend The Connors Center enough! It is a magical place and we will forever cherish our memories there.
Danielle C
5.0
7/10/2023
This venue is gorgeous! We loved that it is tucked away but still close to Boston. The architecture and landscaping make for a beautiful setting and amazing photos. The bridal suit...
e was so fun for getting ready and has great natural light for photos. The fact that our day started off rainy didn’t worry me at all because I knew we could easily move our recption inside, if needed. We also appreciated that many of our guests and family could stay there for one or two nights. Being able to gather again with our guests for brunch the morning after the wedding was one of my favorite parts. Thanks to Jean for all of your hard work, organization, and calm demeanor. We couldn't have picked a better place or asked for a better wedding weekend!
Response from The Connors Center on 08/13/2023
Danielle,
Thank you for your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure helping you both to...
celebrate your wedding with all of your family and friends. Thank you so much for taking the time to review us.
Warm Regards,
Jean
Andrea O
5.0
12/31/2022
We were married at the beautiful Connors Center in May 2022 and enjoyed a memorable and special wedding weekend! The venue is stunning, both inside and out, with magical stone wa...
lls, arches and gardens. Like something out of a fairytale. We booked a wedding weekend which included use of the property from Friday evening through Sunday morning. We had many guests traveling from out of town, including internationally, so we were thrilled to find such a beautiful venue which enabled all of us to stay onsite together for the weekend. We hosted an onsite rehearsal dinner on Friday evening, breakfast on Saturday morning, our wedding on Saturday evening and a brunch on Sunday morning. An incredible amount of planning and details, but well worth it!
Both Jean and Susan were very helpful in our planning process, offering ideas on how to leverage the space for different aspects of our weekend and vendor referrals. Likewise, both Jean and Susan’s help throughout the wedding weekend was exceptional, largely acting as a day-of coordinator, so that we could enjoy everything. We have amazing memories and photographs and are very happy with having chosen the Connors Center for our special day.
Our only caveat to prospective couples is that while the ability to leverage the overnight accommodation is fantastic, there is a high likelihood of another wedding being set up before you have left the next day. While we had booked the weekend package through late Sunday morning, there were vendors and wedding party members for another wedding arriving by 8am on Sunday before our contracted time ended. While this generally all worked out okay, it made it feel a bit like a wedding factory and misaligned with our contract. In hindsight, had we known, we would have rented the property for Sunday as well allowing ourselves and our guests to fully enjoy the property the day after the wedding too.
Evyn W
5.0
12/29/2022
My partner and I got married a few weeks ago at the Connors Center and it was the more flawless experience. Jean is an absolute rock star, she went above and beyond for us the enti...
re weekend. She helped me with our first look, she was extremely accommodating and somehow managed to be everywhere all at once when we needed her. This was truly the best weekend of our lives and that is in huge part to this venue, and the staff. We got in Friday earlier than expected and stayed through Sunday late morning. The winter feel of this venue makes it the perfect winter wedding experience. Our friends and family could stay on site with us, making it an incredibly communal weekend where we got to spend a lot of time with our guests. The rooms were great, pretty and very comfortable. Our guests particularly loved the hospitality suite. Where adults could hang out and kids could play too! I can’t say enough good things about the Connors center. If you are looking for a smooth sailing weekend filled with precision, kindness and warmth, this is a must stay!
Response from The Connors Center on 12/31/2022
Evyn,
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. We had such a pleasure working w...
ith you and your families to make your wedding celebration all that you wanted and more.
Elyse R
5.0
11/29/2022
We cannot recommend The Connors Center enough! From the moment we stepped onto the impeccably landscaped property, it was immediately clear that The Connors Center would be the per...
fect location for an outdoor tented wedding. The event manager, Jean, was incredible to work with. Her insights from countless weddings in years prior was invaluable. You name it, she has seen it and knows what works best at the property! She was extremely communicative throughout the entire wedding planning process, quickly answered all of our questions, provided her insights and ensured that every last detail on the day of went exactly as planned.
The venue has the absolute ideal setup for an outdoor wedding. From the gorgeous outdoor garden for the ceremony, an indoor/outdoor cocktail hour in the main libraries and terraces, and a separate location for the tent, the layout kept guests entertained as they were able to explore the beautiful property throughout the event. The layout truly made for the perfect flow of events. And not only that, but all of the greenery and stone work made for some absolutely epic photos!
If you are interested in any sort of outdoor wedding venue, look no further than The Connors Center. You will certainly be glad that you did!
Response from The Connors Center on 12/10/2022
Elyse!
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was such a pleasure working with you a...
nd your family. What a beautiful wedding you had with your family and friends! Thank you for celebrating at The Connors Center!
Mackenna W
5.0
11/26/2022
The Connor’s Center was the perfect location for our wedding. We had planned to look at 5-10 venues and it was the first place we looked. We knew right away it was special! We fell...
in love with the stone and gardens. It’s tucked away and so beautiful and close to the city. We loved that all of our guests who wanted to stay on site had the option to do that. Jean and the whole team was very helpful and communicative. We booked some of their recommended vendors which worked out very well because they knew them well and it all flowed smoothly. We got so many compliments on the venue and setting. We will definitely be back to walk the grounds to reminisce!
Response from The Connors Center on 11/28/2022
Mackenna,
Thank you for your kind words! It was such a pleasure getting to know you both ...
and help you celebrate your wedding day!
Warm Regards,
Jean
Mary M
5.0
11/14/2022
Jean was incredible helpful to work with, and the Connors Center is simply STUNNING. What a gorgeous space to work with inside and out, we were able to really make the wedding our ...
own and had a blast hosting many friends on site for the entire wedding weekend. An incredibly lush feeling venue, we had the "elevated garden party" of our dreams!!
Response from The Connors Center on 11/16/2022
Mary, Thank you so very much! It was such a pleasure to work with you both! Thank you ...
so much for celebrating your wedding at The Connors Center!
Keri H
5.0
10/30/2022
We fell in love with Conner’s Center the moment we stepped on the property. It is such a unique venue with everything we wanted. We worked with Jean who lives on the grounds, she w...
as so kind, helpful and knowledgeable about all the ins and outs of planning. The inside of the mansion is so beautiful and is equally matched by the stunning gardens and stonework outside. We held a tented reception in the lower garden that was perfect. We also loved the option for guests staying the night after the wedding. This is the perfect venue!
Response from The Connors Center on 11/05/2022
Thank you Keri,
It was such a pleasure to help you celebrate your wedding! Thank you for...
you kind words. We look forward to hearing about your next chapters! All the Best!
Terese N
5.0
7/25/2022
I worked with Jean Drum ,the Conner center events coordinator.
She was professional,kind,patient and Extremely hardworking .
She answered every question, accommodated me and bot...
h the brides and grooms family in every way!
The Connor center and Jean Drum went above and beyond to make our vision for our wedding Weekend Happen!
Ms. Drum helped us find our vendors, she was a go between ,she worked so very hard, to the point that she became a invaluable resource in every way !
The Conner Center was visually beautiful and elegant!
The grounds meticulously kept ,the inside spaces elegant and charming.
There were indoor spaces and gorgeous out door spaces we had access to.
Even Chris a employee of the Conner center assisted in my hysical needs with chairs and tables.
Our wedding was perfection and the Conner center a magical location . Jean Drum the dedicated and on top of every need, always with care and top notch professionalism.
She took all our worries away and was able to resolve and satisfy every concern ,need or want!
If I could recommend the Conner center and it’s staff higher than 5 stars I would .
Amazing, Beautiful, Affordable ,Elegant ,Magical !
Andriana Z
5.0
6/16/2022
My daughter Natasha and Ian had their wedding at the Connors Center! It was the most beautiful wedding in a perfect setting! We fell in love with The Connors Center from the first ...
day we saw it when touring venues and reserved it soon after. Susan and Jean were great to work with and went above and beyond for my daughter and son in law to have the most beautiful wedding at their venue with the perfect layout of rooms, beautiful terraces and gardens to use! All our guests also loved the Connors Center and the wedding! Thank you to Jean and Susan for being the absolute best!
We highly recommend The Connors Center for any event!
Response from The Connors Center on 07/25/2022
Dear Andriana,
Thank you so much for your kind words. What a beautiful wedding you put t...
ogether for your 1st American wedding! I am so glad all had a wonderful and joyous time. It was a pleasure to work with you and get to know you.
Warmest Regards,
Jean
Leila M
5.0
1/03/2022
From the beginning, we were delighted to know that Jean is the coordinator at Connor center. She was terrific and agreed to do Facetiming since we lived out of state. She was very ...
patient with us and understood our lack of time. The venue was spectacular, precisely what we wanted, with a fantastic interior and exterior. We used different gardens for our ceremonies and had a tent outside for dinner and dancing. The staff was all very nice and cooperative. We could not ask for more. We loved the place!
Alexander R
5.0
12/08/2021
My bride and I celebrated our wedding reception and the rehearsal dinner at The Connors Center in the Summer of 2021. Both events were outdoor, (one had tent / the other did not), ...
and it all came together in a stunning, quintessential "New England Wedding". We enjoyed a cocktail hour partly indoors to make the most of the charming inside of the property as well.
As the groom, I wasn't involved as much in the planning as my wife was but even I could tell that Jean and the team at The Connors Center were working seamlessly with our various other vendors to plan and execute our events in line with my wife's vision. Our vendors all gave top marks to The Connors Center when we were planning (and now I know why). As icing on the cake, my wife and I spent our wedding night in a beautiful suite on site while many other members of the wedding party booked rooms to sleep-off the celebration on site. We all enjoyed breakfast there the following morning and it was such a nice touch to have that level of comfort at such a beautiful venue.
It was the happiest day of my life and The Connors Center played no small role in that.
Response from The Connors Center on 12/08/2021
Alex! Thank you for your amazing words and kind review. Thank you for making the Connors ...
Center part of your wedding day!!
Patricia P
5.0
12/07/2021
When my daughter and her fiance' decided to get married in the middle of a pandemic, with a large guest list and many people traveling from out of town, I was nervous. Once they ch...
ose the Connors Center, we had an all star team with us every step of the way. Jean (and Susan and their team) worked tirelessly and with infinite patience, creating a wedding experience that brought our vision to life and exceeded all expectations. From figuring out locations for yard games to coaxing a shy flower girl, no detail was missed. Imagine if you had a favorite relative - the fun, thoughtful and extremely efficient one - who happened to have a gorgeous estate in the woods, and she offered to host a wedding weekend for your family and friends. That's what it felt like, working with the Connors Center. The mansion and grounds, with their gardens, ivy, stone arches and staircase, are totally enchanting. It was as if Frederick Law Olmsted designed the perfect fairy tale wedding venue. The chance to share this beautiful space with family and friends, from Friday's Rehearsal Dinner to Farewell Breakfast Sunday morning, was truly a gift. But as beautiful as the Connors Center is, it was working with Jean and her team that made the experience so wonderful. I have never worked with people who were so consistently caring, kind and professional. As state Covid regulations kept changing, Jean just kept making new seating charts, unflappably calm, never complaining, and always doing her best to honor our wishes. She also invited me to ask any questions, and I did! Her knowledge, experience, creativity, flexibility, (not to mention her sense of humor with my extended family) were amazing. Another advantage of working with the Connors Center is the strong relationships they have built with caterers and other vendors. The goodwill vendors have toward Jean and team extends to the wedding family. After a couple of hot and rainy summer months, July 31 arrived, sunny and 75 degrees, a picture perfect day. While I cannot give Jean credit for the weather, I know that if it had poured buckets, she would still have worked her magic. My family and I will always be grateful.
Response from The Connors Center on 12/07/2021
Patty! I can not thank you enough for your thoughtful and generous review. I look forward...
to keeping in touch and thank you for everything!!
Chiara M
5.0
12/03/2021
Aside from the decision to marry each other, the absolute best decision my husband and I have made was to get married at The Connors Center and work with Jean and the team! The ven...
ue is stunning, with indoor and outdoor spaces that feel like you are at home (if your home was a sprawling stone mansion with perfectly landscaped grounds and a staff attentive to every detail). We stayed in the house with our families and wedding parties, had our ceremony in one garden, our cocktail hour in the library, and our reception in the lower garden, and each place was just so magical and comfortable and easy. It was a truly seamless process, and even with all the changing requirements and restrictions due to the pandemic, we had excellent communication and support throughout. Jean is the best of the best. We couldn’t recommend the whole experience more!
Response from The Connors Center on 12/03/2021
Thank you for your amazing review. I am humbled by your kindness!
David B
5.0
9/15/2021
As a Groom with 14 years experience, as a professional wedding photographer, I have seen hundreds of wedding venues in the Boston area, and had high expectations when selecting a v...
enue for my own wedding. I am so grateful that we chose the Connor Center for our wedding, as it met or exceeded all of our expectations. The site administrator, Jean, was amazing. She was so flexible and easy to work with, and consistently went above and beyond to meet the needs of a high maintenance couple like ourselves. We often found that items like decorations or yard games that we brought for our event were collected and stored for us before we even thought to ask. There were many things that happened behind the scenes to help our magical day flows smoothly without our even noticing. Much of this was due to Jean and her exceptional organizing and foresight. As a wedding photographer with an eye for beautiful settings, I really appreciated all of the options that the Connor Center offered for shooting locations. The lower garden, with its grassy steps and arched cloisters offered plenty of interesting and classic looking backgrounds for wedding photos. I actually found myself wishing I was the photographer instead of the groom on several occasions. St. Cecelia’s garden, where the ceremony was originally scheduled to be, was also quite beautiful. We got several inches of rain the night before our wedding, and St. Cecelia’s was still too wet for our ceremony. But the Connor Center has a third beautiful garden area – the front Circle. With the flowers and stone wall and trees in the background, this made for a lovely ceremony location, as well as for the family formal portraits. The bride processed out the front door of the center and straight down the aisle. For families with many elderly guests, like our own, this actually worked out better, since there is limited parking at the handicap entrance to St. Cecelia’s garden, but plenty of parking close to the front Circle.
One of the most enticing qualities about the Connor Center for us, was the ability to rent the entire site for the weekend. With enough rooms for all of our out-of-town guests, it made gatherings above and beyond the ceremony and reception so much easier to coordinate. One of the things that I heard time and time again as a wedding photographer, was how quickly the day went by for my clients, and how the bride and groom didn’t get to spend enough time with their closest out-of-town guests. My wife and I did not want our wedding to be over in the blink of an eye. Renting the Connor Center for the weekend was the perfect solution. Their hospitality suite on the lower level was the perfect space for our Friday night after-party, at which the groom and his other musical friends gathered to play live music, while the other overnight guests socialized and sipped wine and ate snacks. This informal party after the rehearsal dinner really helped make the weekend feel complete, and gave us the chance we needed to socialize at a relaxed pace with our closest friends and family.
Between the beautiful venue with lots of options for photography and ceremony locations, the outstanding service of the site administrator and staff, and the option to rent the site exclusively for the entire weekend, the Connor Center was absolutely perfect for our wedding weekend. We would recommend it highly to any prospective bride and groom.
Ayesha Q
5.0
7/06/2021
We are so grateful to the whole team at Connors for making our wedding weekend perfect. Despite the changing Covid rules, and the uncertainty of it all, they were willing to accomm...
odate all our needs. We loved getting to work with them to bring our dream to life, and we appreciate their help in creating unforgettable moments that will last a lifetime. We cannot recommend a more beautiful wedding venue for any wedding related events, and we cannot wait to go back and visit one day.
Response from The Connors Center on 07/06/2021
Hi Ayesha,
Thank you so much! We are still talking about how beautiful everything was and...
how lovely you and your families are! Thank you for choosing to celebrate at the Connors Center! It was our honor to be part of your wedding celebrations!
Katelyn T
5.0
10/05/2019
The Connors Center was perfect for our June wedding! We toured 6 venues before seeing this one and as soon as we pulled into the long drive of gorgeous trees and scenery we knew th...
is was the spot for us. The inside and outside views are breathtaking and you have access to so many different locations on the property throughout the wedding (great for pictures!) Our guests still tell us how stunning the venue was and how nice it was to spread out into different rooms. It was also very nice to be able to have the ceremony, reception, and guest rooms all on site. There is so much character in the venue that makes it unique and unlike any other. Jean was so helpful, realistic, and definitely made the wedding more relaxing. Caitlyn was also fantastic- we showed up to the rehearsal prepared to decorate and she took care of all of the decorations and made every detail perfect! The weekend at The Connors Center was beautiful and stress free thanks to everyone who works there. We would recommend this venue to anyone!
Kristina A
5.0
9/12/2019
I am still in awe at how perfect my wedding was this past Saturday! From the moment we reached out to schedule a visit to packing up all of the wedding details, it was such a wonde...
rful experience. The property is absolutely breathtaking, while also making you feel at home (we booked the entire weekend from Rehearsal dinner through Sunday brunch). What really made our experience so SO wonderful though was Jean. She was a friendly, supportive voice during our planning and always was happy to help guide me whenever I had a question or concern. Throughout our entire wedding weekend, Jean was there every step of the way and boy did it show! My vision completely came to life under Jean's direction. It killed me to not be present during set up of our reception and details...but I needed not to stress...Jean totally crushed it. Even our wedding party, family and guests commended her on her execution, heart warming nature and just how exquisite the entire event was from start to finish. Words are not enough to say just how grateful I am for everything. Thank you Jean, Susan and everyone else at The Connors Center! You truly made our dreams come true.
Response from The Connors Center on 09/12/2019
Thank you Kristina! It was so wonderful to work with you and meet your families! We wish...
you and Kevin infinite years of happiness!
Kim P
5.0
9/10/2019
We are grateful to the whole team at the Center for making our daughter's wedding perfect.
We knew when we first looked at the house and gardens it was just what they were lookin...
g for, but we had no idea at the time
of the dream team that was behind the scenes. Their flexibility in the face of all the challenges brought on by the rain was nothing
short of amazing. Despite the delays and downpours, our guests were completely taken care of and completely unaware of all the
weather drama going on outside.
And the biggest trophy goes to Jean for searching the dumpster for a card with cash that was accidentally thrown out. This
meant a lot to the guest and us!
It was a joyful celebration of their wedding and we are filled with gratitude to the team for making it so.
Amanda B
5.0
9/04/2019
My wedding day in July could not have went any smoother! As someone that coordinates conferences for a living, I expected there to be a few hiccups along the way some where that I ...
would catch or notice (I was wrong!). Jean, Susan and the team has everything down to a science and impressed us and our guests so much. Not only were they fantastic coordinators, but they were also really fun to chat with and our families felt so welcomed. The venue is stunning and so well groomed, - we felt like we got married at a castle. My mom and I enjoyed a nice walk around the grounds before the wedding and it was so relaxing.
Jean connects so well with the vendors and many of them mentioned how much they enjoy working with her. It put us at ease from the first meeting with Jean right through the day of the wedding. We couldn't recommend a more high class and beautiful wedding venue to feel so proud of being married at. We cannot wait to go back and visit one day.
Response from The Connors Center on 09/04/2019
Thank you Amanda for you kind words. It was such a joy to work with you and Sean and all o...
f your vendors through out they year! We look forward to hearing about your next chapter!
Brian G
5.0
8/23/2019
Our wedding at the Connors Center was nothing short of a grand slam. We had (like many other couples) searched high and low for the perfect wedding spot. As soon as we took one ste...
p on the property we knew right away that this was the spot. From the gorgeous gardens, to the stone architecture, the Connors Center gave guests a feeling that they were in an English castle rather than the woods of Dover, MA.
Jean and her staff were nothing but the best from the very start all the way through the process until the very end. They made sure to provide us with quotes from vendors, answer questions at any time we called, and made sure they cater to your specific theme and details to make it all come together magically.
Overall, I would recommend this place and team to anyone looking for a 5 star wedding, and cannot wait to go back and celebrate some of our anniversaries here down the line!
Megan M
5.0
8/22/2019
Our wedding was everything we asked for and more! Our guests could not stop raving about the gorgeous backdrop of the Connors Center. Jean and her team were amazing every detail wa...
s taken care of and they were so responsive to every little question we had. We wish we could relive this day over and over. Thank you to the Connors Center for making July 5th our best day ever!
Ann C
5.0
8/13/2019
The Connors Center was a great choice for a venue- it is absolutely stunning, our guests could not stop gasping over the views and how beautiful the set up of each space in the ven...
ue truly is. In terms of planning, Jean and Susan really work on every detail with you and create a seamless event and I was able to completely relax during my reception and not sweat anything. Jean is a fantastic day-of coordinator for the venue and oversees everything including letting you bring your decor days earlier as well as overnight bags if you plan to stay over, she will do set up and take down and you can store your decor there overnight. It was a huge hit for guests that they could stay there the night of- and in terms of our
Vendors, they loved working with Jean and the Connors Center which made our job a lot easier. If you’re looking for a serene and peaceful venue have a hands-on coordinator who is there through every small detail the day of,where you have the best of both worlds and all the options-a venue that can support events indoors while also allowing space for you to have outdoor space for photos, the event itself, or merely part of the event- like we did just cocktail hour for example- than this is the venue for you!
Response from The Connors Center on 08/13/2019
Hello Ann,
Thank you for your incredibly kind words. It was so fun to work with you and ...
to see all of your ideas come to life. Thank you for celebrating at the Connors Center. Congratulations!
Jackie M
5.0
8/11/2019
We were so lucky to have found the Connors Center for our June, 2019 wedding! Jean, Susan, Kaitlyn, and Jess were absolutely amazing to work with. They were kind and caring, and ...
clearly just wanted us to enjoy our special day. Jean wears many hats at the Connors Center; she was not always able to respond to emails ASAP, but I never worried that she would not respond. When she did, she was always calm, reassuring, and so informative, which was particularly helpful for a Type A bride who was perpetually running on far too little sleep. Every single person we interacted with at the Connors Center was friendly and made us feel like we were their number one priority, which was pretty impressive given that they have weddings there every weekend!
Getting married at the Connors Center enabled us to have our ideal wedding weekend - our last big "hurrah." Most of our friends who are scattered all over the country with little children, which makes traveling hard. We were able to hold our rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, and Sunday brunch on site, and there were enough rooms for all of our out-of-state guests to stay on site as well. This fostered an incredibly fun, festive, and home-y vibe. While I was getting ready the morning of the wedding, it was so fun to be able to peek out the window and see friends hanging out together while their kids all played together in the back yard.
Every single one of our guests commented on how gorgeous the Connors Center is. Through the course of 9 months of wedding planning, we were fortunate to see the center during all four seasons, and we honestly could not have gone wrong with a single one of them; the place is always beautiful and magical. From the beautiful stonework to the perfectly landscaped grounds to the rich mahogany wood-work inside, there is truly no part of the center that is not pretty. And when you drive up to the grounds, you get to drive through a tree-lined road that is surreal and promises beautiful things ahead. All of our pictures are gorgeous, and our memories are even better.
Thank you so much to Jean, Susan, and the rest of the crew - our wedding was absolutely perfect because of all the hard work that you did!
Meghan P
5.0
7/22/2019
What a beautiful wedding venue! I searched high and low before finding this gem. It is close to Boston, but provides a secluded garden feel for outdoor ceremonies, and the mansion ...
was beautiful and elegant for cocktail hour! It is great having the whole venue to yourself. The staff there are wonderful and easy to work with. The planner even went above and beyond by retrieving a wedding card from the trash that was mistakenly thrown away! We had a great time at our wedding, thanks to the Connors Center.
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