The Rotch-Jones-Duff House

Raw space venue

The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $500

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests

About this venue

The Rotch-Jones-Duff House, a Greek Revival mansion built in 1834, stands as a prominent landmark in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Located in the prestigious County Street Historic District, the house showcases elegant architectural details like large windows, mahogany doors, and intricate plasterwork. This meticulously preserved home offers a glimpse into the lives of three prominent families who resided here over generations.

Seated guest capacity

  • 200

Venue type

  • Historic Estates, Mansions
  • Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

  • Covered Outdoor
  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
396 County St, New Bedford, MA 02740

Our event spaces

The Rotch-Jones-Duff House

This elegant 19th century estate is a unique setting for your special event.

The one-acre property located in downtown New Bedford includes a historic house and gardens. The 1834 Greek Revival mansion can accommodate smaller events, meetings and photo shoots on a year-round schedule. The tent covered terrace and gardens accommodate all types of celebrations from May through October, including weddings, receptions, private parties, family reunions, business meetings, photo sessions and celebrations of all kinds.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

On site amenities include reception tent, chairs, tables, indoor kitchen facilities for caterers, three restrooms and a dressing room on the terrace level. Catering, music, sound systems, and servingware must be arranged for by the renter. Ask us about our preferred vendors.

The Rotch-Jones-Duff House

This elegant 19th century estate is a unique setting for your special event.

The one-acre property located in downtown New Bedford includes a historic house and gardens. The 1834 Greek Revival mansion can accommodate smaller events, meetings and photo shoots on a year-round schedule. The tent covered terrace and gardens accommodate all types of celebrations from May through October, including weddings, receptions, private parties, family reunions, business meetings, photo sessions and celebrations of all kinds.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

On site amenities include reception tent, chairs, tables, indoor kitchen facilities for caterers, three restrooms and a dressing room on the terrace level. Catering, music, sound systems, and servingware must be arranged for by the renter. Ask us about our preferred vendors.

Available services that can be provided by The Rotch-Jones-Duff House

Services & amenities

  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event staff
  • Pet friendly
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Wheelchair accessible

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  • Amazing venue

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    •Sarah•Dec 16

    This venue is stunning, well run, and the perfect place for a wedding! I would recommend this venue to any couple. Claudio was a dream to work with and his expertise, knowledge of the area, and connections with incredible vendors made for a flawless day. Highly recommend and would get married here all over again if I could!

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