French’s Point History

Today is a surreal day for me. Today marks the 25th anniversary since my big sister passed away at the tender age of 20 on January 13, 1992. I was 13 when she left us. It was a horrific shock to lose her and our family has never really been the same since that awful […]

Meet my mother Bonita Tilton Brooks! I wanted to tell you about a very special person here at French’s Point… my mother, Bonnie. She’s a big part of what makes French’s Point so beautiful. Read on to find out how. Mom grew up in Sidney, Maine. She was the oldest of six children born to […]

My father, Robert Nash Brooks turns 70 years old today! As a child, I have many vivid memories of time spent with my family here on the shores of Penobscot Bay. To me, my dad has always been a larger-than-life hero of our adventures together… our safari leader as we cut trails through the woods […]

The point of land upon which our coastal Maine wedding venue sits, French’s Point, was formed long ago when the glaciers that shaped the Eastern seaboard slipped into the sea. God made this beautiful place for mankind to enjoy. Of this, I am certain. In 2002, our family forged a small business here at French’s […]

This is a question posed by many with several answers: The Obvious – the beautiful private oceanfront setting with unparalleled views and impressive gardens. The Unique – the numerous benefits of an experienced event coordination company to our “destination” clientele. The Personal – the intimate tone of the family-owned and operated estates and the way […]

It is not often that we can top the high of a beautiful wedding day for the French’s Point Family. But on June 15, 2013, not only did we celebrate a wonderful wedding on a spectacularly beautiful day, but we also welcomed home one of our own with tears of joy and many hugs. It […]