Some elements of traditional weddings have been around for thousands of years, like the tradition of wedding rings, which dates back at least to the time of Alexander the Great. Other wedding traditions are surprisingly more recent. The tradition, in Western weddings, of brides wearing white wedding dresses, didn’t catch on until the wedding of […]
Did you recently get married and are now feeling daunted by the task of changing your last name in all the required places? Follow this short checklist of places to change your last name, and you won’t miss a step: File Your Marriage Certificate Retrieve Certified Copies of your certificate Drivers License & IDs […]
Vacationland. That’s the slogan you’ll see proudly displayed on Maine’s license plates and welcome Billboards. Maine attracts more than 15 million visitors per year who come to enjoy its natural beauty, fantastic food, friendly residents, outdoor activities, recreational opportunities, charming towns, and family fun. The state that’s the home of Stephen King, more than 60 […]
Everything You Need to Know About a Summer Wedding in Maine
A summer wedding in Maine is a magical experience. It’s the perfect place, at the perfect time. If you’ve ever dreamed of getting married outdoors, you can’t do better than during the summertime in Maine, when the days are sunny and full of gentle warmth, the smell of pine trees and saltwater perfumes the air, […]
Do you want to host a relaxing wedding weekend, a memorable celebration that allows space and time for connection and joy? Here’s how to manifest a meaningful wedding weekend: 1. Bring The Right Attitude A relaxing wedding weekend all begins with you. Your attitude sets the tone for you, your guests, and your vendors. A […]
Planning A Successful Al Fresco Rehearsal Dinner at French’s Point
A quintessential part of a memorable in-season weekend wedding experience at French’s Point is an Al Fresco Rehearsal Dinners on the Gazebo Promenade. We love these family-style dinners, in this beautiful open-air setting. The Gazebo Promenade is bordered by gorgeous gardens of beach roses, lilacs, lavender & hydrangeas. This location sits at the peak height […]
Touring venues have traditionally been part of the process of planning a wedding. Vetting a venue by seeing it in person is part of due diligence, to ensure you find the best fit for your needs and eliminate any unknowns that might pose difficulties down the road. French’s Point clients are almost always planning a […]
The Crystal-Lynn Conservatory located on the main level of the Retreat House, received updated furnishings last year to include two refinished church pews for seating (they were original to the house when the church previously owned the property), two antique side tables and four velvet chairs. This space can be used for ceremony or cocktail […]
French’s Point 2019, 2020 & 2021 availability by the numbers… There are 26 weekends May-October. We only host one celebration a weekend to allow each client and their guests ample time for memory-making. As a result, our calendar fills faster than venues that host multiple weddings a weekend. 2019 We are booked! 2020 Prime Season […]
