About the Connors Center
Located only 20 miles from Boston in Dover, MA, the Connors Center is a beautiful estate owned and operated by Boston College. With over 80 acres of manicured grounds, historic architecture, stone walls, and serene gardens, it has the look and feel an English manor. Built in 1902, the property once served as a private estate and is now one of New England’s most breathtaking wedding venues.
Why choose the Connors Center?
Endless photo opportunites
The regal stone mansion and sweeping views of the Charles River basin are the first impression as you enter on a winding road through the property. Unlike traditional ballrooms or hotel venues, a Connors Center wedding offers layers of visual interest from natural beauty to stunning architecture, giving you incredible photo locations both indoors and out.
genuine Privacy
Unlike many typical wedding venues, the Connors Center hosts only one wedding at a time. That means no chance of bumping into another couple or wedding party. You get the entire space to yourselves, making your day feel intimate and exclusive.
Flexible Event Spaces
With the unpredictable weather of New England, it will give you peace of mind that no matter the forecast, you will have a celebration to remember either in the mansion's estate room and parlor or in St. Cecelia's Garden (designed by none other than Frederick Law Olmsted)
The Spaces at the Connors Center
St. Cecelia's Garden
With natural stone steps leading to the private ceremony site, St. Cecilia’s Garden is a picturesque backdrop for your wedding ceremony. Surrounded by the birch trees and beautiful flower beds the garden can accommodate up to 200 guests.
the terrace
Perfect for smaller ceremonies, an intimate first look or an outdoor cocktail hour, the stonework adds texture and warmth with the ivy and grass to soften the backdrop of the mansion.
lower garden & arches
A beautiful stone staircase leads from the main terrace to the Lower Garden. Large enough to have an elegant tented celebration for up to 200 guests, the garden features soaring stone arches adorned with English ivy to give you the perfect ambience for your day.
If the weather doesn't cooperate, there is also the option to have your ceremony inside the estate at the Chapel of St.Igantius. The old-world feel—the indoor chapel room features large windows and original woodwork giving it an intimate and timeless feel.
Accommodations at the Connors Center
Not only will you have a top-tier wedding venue, the Connors Center also boasts 27 en-suite bedrooms (6 of which are original to the estate) and additional suites for up to 90 guests located in a wing adjacent to the main house.
It is a perfect option for your friends and family coming from out of town, and a great way to make a weekend out of your celebration with all of your favorite people in one location.
Every wedding held at the Connors Center also includes a newlywed suite for the night or weekend of the wedding.
Connors Center Wedding Cost
Facility fees*
Monday-Thursday: $3,500
Friday: $6,000
Sunday (non-holiday): $7,000
Saturdays and Sundays on Holiday Weekends: $8,000
Wedding Weekend starting at 5:00 p.m. Friday check out by 11:00 a.m. on Sunday: $10,000
Deposits
An initial nonrefundable deposit of 50% of the facility rental fee is due when the contract is signed. A second payment of the balance is due one week prior to the event along with a deposit for beverage services. Final payment of alcohol and miscellaneous charges is due 30 days after distribution of the bill.
*Additional options such as Catering, Alcohol, and Planning are additional services with a separate fee depending on number of guests and your custom package. Please contact the Connors Center directly for more information and a list of preferred vendors.
Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but the right venue is what brings everything together. It sets the tone, elevates the experience, and shows who you are as a couple. If you want a wedding that feels personal, elegant, and memorable, a Connors Center wedding might just be the perfect choice for you.
Connors Center Wedding Photos
