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The Herb Lyceum at Gilson's
4.8 ★★★★★ 144 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Groton, Massachusetts
Charming, historic carriage house with herb gardens, greenhouses, and flowering trees on 4 acres.
Plan your tour
- Capacity couples mention 85–85-guest events in reviews — ask the venue for their stated maximum
- Catering in-house catering & bar — confirm the policy (and any fees) before you book your caterer
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 978-449-4090
- Website herblyceum.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 6–10 pm |
| Friday | 6–10 pm |
| Saturday | 6–10 pm |
| Sunday | 6–10 pm |
The setting
“We were blessed with rain during the ceremony -- that was intended to be in the garden -- and the venue handled the change effortlessly.”
Amenities couples mention
“The entire evening was amazing:from food and fun at the fire pit to inside at a beautifully set table to the incredible food paired with uniquely crafted beverages.”
What couples say again and again
“The entire evening was amazing:from food and fun at the fire pit to inside at a beautifully set table to the incredible food paired with uniquely crafted beverages.”
“Venue does have a day of coordinator but I would say it’s best just to get your own wedding planner to ensure everything’s as smooth as possible day of.”
“Nice quaint setting in a converted barn, food was great.”
From the reviews
My daughter had her wedding here recently. Everyone had the absolute best time! The 5 course meal was fantastic. Every plate was a work of art. The staff were friendly and very accommodating. The bar was set up outside under a beautiful tree and lawn games were scattered about.
I was fortunate and blessed to photograph a wedding at The Herb Lyceum, and found the entire experience to be magnificent. We were blessed with rain during the ceremony -- that was intended to be in the garden -- and the venue handled the change effortlessly.
I can't say enough good things about this place. We had an 85 person wedding here in June and it was beyond beautiful. The grounds are so well kept and stunning. The FOOD...incredible. Our guests are still raving about the chicken slider passed apps and our dinner selection.
Came for the valentines dinner. Would recommend! Nice quaint setting in a converted barn, food was great.
Getting married at The Herb Lyceum at Gilson's
The Herb Lyceum at Gilson's comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
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