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Independence Harbor is renowned for its extensive perennial gardens, offering ever changing color and beauty. with acres of manicured grounds, "I.H." provides the perfect setting for your ceremony and reception. In September, our summer gardens are at their fullest maturity and beauty. 

Love the fall jewel color tones? Check out our October gardens with thousands of garden chrysanthemums accented by spectacular foliage, compliments of Mother Nature. Fall dates are available for 2019. Why not schedule a tour to see what we have to offer?

This summer has been the very definition of summer...HOT! The gardens love all the sunshine and are just magnificent, as always. 
In addition, the Independence Harbor facility makeover is complete. New carpet throughout the dining room, bar and bridal lounge, new fabric and new paint, new bridal lounge furniture, and all new designer champagne colored Chiavari seating for the dining room. What a stunning new look and feel! We have used a gorgeous neutral palette throughout, which offers endless opportunity to make your theme and color scheme shine. We are getting rave reviews! Please come see for yourself. We can't wait to show you our "New Look"!

Our dining room makeover is complete! All New Champagne Chiavari Chairs, New Carpeting Throughout, New Fabric....and more...check it out:

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts permits the option for a friend or family member to obtain a one day license to officiate your wedding ceremony. What a wonderful opportunity to make your ceremony unique and so much more meaningful by having that very special person pronounce you "married"! 

For more information, visit: www.mass.gov and search for "One-Day Marriage Destination".

https://www.mass.gov/one-day-marriage-designation

Have a fun and environmentally friendly wedding send off. Couples today are searching for a "greener solution" for their wedding send off. Gone are the days of confetti, bird seed and bubbles. Why not try: Ribbon wands in your color scheme; Glow sticks; Fiber Optic Wands: or Kazoos or Party Store Tambourines? We would love to hear your suggestions!

Independence Harbor's "All Inclusive" Wedding Menu Package includes stationary hors d'oeuvres offering a selection of our popular Martini Appetizer Bars. Our oversized martini glasses are artfully displayed and tables are beautifully decorated with fabric and fresh flower cuts and food art creations to match your color scheme. Choose from our "Mashed Potato Martini Bar", "Sweet Potato Martini Bar", "Macaroni and Cheese Martini Bar", "Nacho Martini Bar", and watch your guests delight in creating their own "Martini Appetizer" with all their favorite toppings. And don't hesitate to suggest a special "Martini Bar" unique to you! We have had "French Fry Bars" and "Taco Bars" and more! And, of course if you are also in the mood for a martini of the "non-food" variety, our skilled bartenders are happy to create your favorite liquid martini!