Blithewold Mansion Gardens & Arboretum

Wedding Day

Ceremony & Reception 

Our Wedding

Although Kaitlyn and Aaron grew up in the same small town, it wasn’t until a Wednesday summer night at The Landing that their paths crossed. Once the bar closed, they spent the rest of the night bonding over their favorite books and talking until 2 a.m.  After a few years of long distance, and countless weekend travels between CT and RI, Kaitlyn and Aaron were finally in the same state and living together in Newport!   2022 was quite the year for them—they became homeowners and Aaron popped the question in the tulip field!   Kaitlyn and Aaron are beyond excited to welcome everyone to beautiful Rhode Island to celebrate their love with their dearest family and friends. And Rhody is just thrilled that mom will finally have the same last name as him!

Our Story

Photos

Wedding Party

Q + A

We have reserved a room block at The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina, however please feel free to make your own accommodations. Below are some suggestions of other places to stay: -Hammetts Hotel -Hotel Viking -Quality Inn and Suites -Yankee Peddler Inn -Bellevue House -Airbnb We suggest you make accommodations sooner rather than later, as it is a holiday weekend and rooms fill up quick in Newport.

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

Travel

 A Newport staple! As you walk the pathway along the Newport shoreline enjoy the beautiful ocean views and the architectural history of Newport. Be sure to stop at 40 Steps. Fun fact: this is Kaitlyn & Aarons favorite spot of the cliff walk. They enjoy jumping in and swimming out to a large rock (which they call their island). 

Cliff Walk 

Enjoy a cocktail or lunch at the Landing-a waterfront dining experience on the Newport Harbor. This is where Kaitlyn and Aaron met!

The Landing 

Take a ride over to the other side of the island and drive the windy roads of ocean drive. You’ll drive right along the water, a must see! 

Ocean drive 

Head downtown and enjoy all the shops, restaurants, and bars overlooking the harbor. If you’re looking for a coffee shop, check our favorites, Springline Coffee or Nitro Bar. If you’re looking for a cocktail, try Clarke Cooke House or The Black Pearl. 

Bannisters Wharf 

Things to Do

Registry

Transportation will be available to and from the wedding venue.   Transportation will depart from The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina at 3:30 p.m.