The Centers of Culture and History in Orleans


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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $2,000 for off-peak dates, and $4,000 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 65 seated guests


About this venue

On your special day, you need the right surroundings and perfect atmosphere to share this unique occasion with your family and friends. The Centers for Culture and History in Orleans makes the historic 1834 Meetinghouse and surrounding facilities available for private functions, celebrations, performances, meetings, and other events. Located in the peaceful, seaside town of Orleans on Cape Cod, and only 2 miles from the famous Nauset Beach our Meetinghouse, Hurd Chapel, and surrounding property offer quiet, convenient and flexible spaces with plenty of level, paved parking. We can accommodate up to 80 people for a wedding ceremony, wedding reception, memorial service, cocktail party, rehearsal dinner and/or other celebrations—with or without food service. Our Event Manager will work with you from start to finish ensuring the event is everything you want it to be and more. You can also engage her to assist you as the event planner.


Our event spaces

Meetinghouse

Our Historical Meetinghouse and Museum ,nested in the Heart of Orleans on Cape Cod ,offers the perfect setting for a variety of events year-round

The architecture of the building with high ceilings and antique wooden floors provide a rich and authentic feel bringing you back to the early 1800. The alter and piano complete the space for entertainment and dancing.

Guest capacity

15-65 Seated

15-80 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Room cost

$4000 for 6 hours ( Peak Season) $ 2000 for 6 hours ( Off Season)

The Hurd Chapel

The Hurd Chapel belongs to the Orleans Historic Society of Orleans Mass.

Recently renovating, the chapel is ideal for your wedding ceremony or a small cocktail party .The beams and cathedral ceiling add a unique touch and flair.

Guest capacity

5-20 Seated

5-20 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Farewell brunch

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Room cost

$ 400 to $700 ( up to 2 hours) * $ 100 for extra hour

Outdoor Tent

Outdoor Event on our Plaza . Our On-site Coordinator can handle for you all rentals( tent, rental equipment, catering,...)

High quality outdoor tent by reputable Sperry Tents

Guest capacity

20-60 Seated

20-70 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Meetinghouse

Our Historical Meetinghouse and Museum ,nested in the Heart of Orleans on Cape Cod ,offers the perfect setting for a variety of events year-round

The architecture of the building with high ceilings and antique wooden floors provide a rich and authentic feel bringing you back to the early 1800. The alter and piano complete the space for entertainment and dancing.

Guest capacity

15-65 Seated

15-80 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Room cost

$4000 for 6 hours ( Peak Season) $ 2000 for 6 hours ( Off Season)


Available services that can be provided by The Centers of Culture and History in Orleans

Services & amenities

  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • Sound / AV
  • Standard Chairs

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  • Stephanie is Flawless

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    •Nicole•Oct 22, 2021

    There are very few magical people one encounters in their lifetime. Stephanie is one of those people. She promised us on the first day we met her our wedding day would be the best day of our lives and this promise did not fall short! From the moment we decided to have Stephanie coordinate our wedding up until our wedding day there was never a doubt in our minds we were in the best hands. Her meticulous attention to each detail, ability to use her industry contacts to get things done efficiently, and passion for event coordination shown through in everything she did. She had a vision of what a perfect wedding day would be and executed all of the small details that built this vision and made it possible. She went above and beyond what you would consider coordinator duties and even went to the town hall for us on occasions as we were long distance from the Cape! Stephanie took each step along the way to ensure we were able to avoid unnecessary costs, reduce stress, have fun, and plan an event of a lifetime. In the future any event we plan I know Stephanie would be our first choice to coordinate and she would do so flawlessly.


Preferred vendors of The Centers of Culture and History in Orleans

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Sperry Tents
West Wareham, MA
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True North Event Rentals
Anchorage, AK