Essex Steam Train & Riverboat

The Oliver Jensen Gallery is a bright, 1,000 square foot private room featuring wooden floors and white walls adorned with rotating art and photography exhibits.

The MV Becky Thatcher is a 70′ Mississippi-style riverboat that comfortably holds 220 passengers for sightseeing cruises, cocktail receptions, and onboard sit-down affairs, offering a unique wedding experience for couples and their guests. Cruise down the Connecticut River and take in the beauty of the region and your special day!

Come aboard the Becky Thatcher for a truly unique reception. No other place in the country can offer a steam train to riverboat connection. Bring your guests back in time. Have your dinner reception aboard our 1920’s Pullman dining cars while enjoying the Connecticut River coastline.

Aboard our luxury yacht, Mystique, the wedding of your dreams can become a reality. Our dedicated staff will work with you to plan and execute every detail of your event. Mystique can be your private yacht for your very special day. for a wedding, rehearsal dinner, or reception. She can accommodate 200 guests for a sit-down dinner or 300 guests for a cocktail party. Mystique’s two climate-controlled dining decks and observation deck located on the third level offer a truly unique venue.

The Dickinson Bottling Plant is perfect for a larger ceremony of 110-200 people. With 2,100 square feet of open space, this option includes up to 200 padded back/bottom chairs, a center aisle for wedding party processional, and a sound system with speakers and a microphone.