After Hours Event Venues

Important notice on space-use restrictions:
Event venue leases for Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park will be limited through 2028 due to ongoing construction projects.

• Historic Core, Aspet and Surrounding Structures: Construction will be ongoing through 2027, affecting access and availability.

For any questions regarding specific dates or to check if your requested location will be impacted, please reach out to the Permit Office.

 

 

Host your memorable occasion on the picturesque, historic grounds overlooking Mount Ascutney. Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park can accommodate after hours events, gatherings, and ceremonies (no receptions) for up to 300 guests.

Contact us to inquire about leasing an after hours event venue.

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Small Group Exception: Events with up to five people (including photographers, officiants, or service providers) may not require a lease. Please contact the Permit Office for a full list of rules and regulations.

 

Venue Locations

There are five venue locations available for short-term lease at Saint-Gaudens. Each offers a distinct atmosphere and historic character. Multiple venues will not be booked on the same date unless they are leased by the same group.

See Event Venues Site Map for a view of all event venues at a glance.

 

Pergola of the Little Studio

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Pergola of the Little Studio

The Pergola is a covered outdoor space attached to the historic Little Studio. Set on a raised terrace, the building is located northwest of the Aspet Main House.

• Size: 700 ft²
• Capacity: 50 people

 

Bowling Green, prominently featuring Shaw 54th Memorial

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Bowling Green

An elegant outdoor lawn space enclosed by white pine and hemlock hedges and featuring the prominent Shaw 54th Memorial.

• Size: 1,600 ft²
• Capacity: 140 people

 

Lower field near the Temple, set up for a ceremony

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Lower Field Near the Temple

The lower field adjacent to the Temple offers a serene outdoor setting located deeper within the park, requiring a short walk from the Visitor Center. Surrounded by woodlands to the west and north, the meadow features a mix of grasses and forbs. The field is located close to overflow visitor parking.

• Size: 8,000 ft²
• Capacity: 300 people

 

Formal Gardens

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Formal Gardens

The Formal Gardens are located directly outside the Aspet Main House. The gardens extend north from the house toward the Little Studio. Features include brick walkways, marble steps, a marble pool with a bubbler, a semicircular zodiac bench, Brick Garden Steps connect the upper terrace to the middle terrace, enriching the landscape, and the Pan Grove-Pool and Fountain.

• Size: 1,200 ft²
• Capacity: 35 people

 

North Lawn

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North Lawn

The North Lawn is a large, open field next to a historic birch grove.

• Size: 50,000 ft²
• Capacity: 300 people

 

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Restrictions and Guidelines

Saint-Gaudens is not a traditional event venue. As a national park, our primary mission is the preservation and protection of cultural and natural resources. As such, additional restrictions apply. Please review the Park Area Conditions in full to ensure your selected venue meets the needs of your event. The restrictions outlined below highlight the most commonly asked questions.

• All event spaces are fully outdoors. Leases include access to the event site and restrooms only.

• Event planners and all equipment (tents, chairs, portable toilets, etc.) must be identified at the time of application. Equipment allowances vary by venue

• A Certificate of Insurance naming “United States of America” named as additional insured is required before finalizing a lease.

• All events must begin at 5:00 p.m. or later. Setup may begin at 4:30 p.m. and must be included in the lease timeframe.

• Serving food and beverages requires advanced approval. Typically, only a champagne toast is permitted.

• No decorations may be affixed to any park structures or natural features. Prohibited items include birdseed, rice, bubbles, glitter, balloons, animal releases, and non‑native plants.

 

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Price Structure

• Up to 50 people: $850/hour

• 51-100 people: $975/hour

• 101-175 people: $1,000/hour

• 176-300 people: $1,500/hour

Payment Schedule

• 10% due at the time of reservation

• 40% due upon signing the lease agreement

• 50% due 30 days prior to the event

 

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Contact Information

Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park Permit Office
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