The 1812 Farm Blog & News

Why should your wedding experience be limited to a single day? Whether you’re hosting your big day in your hometown or a far-away destination, extending your wedding through the weekend gives you more time with loved ones to celebrate and enjoy being together! Plus, after all the hard work you put into planning, you’ll want it to last as long as possible to soak in every second! Below, we highlight some possibilities of what it could look like to host at a weekend-long wedding venue. Continue reading “Why You Should Plan an Extended Wedding Weekend” →

Winter is coming! Considered “off-season” for many, winter weddings have so much going for them – they are utterly romantic! With a winter wedding, you don’t need to worry about summer traffic, guests missing your wedding due to hectic schedules, or sweltering heat ruining hair and makeup. Instead, bask in the (perhaps unexpected!) glory of a stunning, cozy wintertime soiree! As with any wedding, there are always important factors to consider when planning your wedding. Here’s what you should keep in mind as you look for Maine winter wedding venues. Continue reading “How to Plan a Breathtaking Winter Wedding” →

Don’t just focus on the reception when thinking about your wedding day! Your ceremony can be as meaningful, inventive, and fun as the following party. Personalizing your ceremony makes it unique and special to you and your partner – not to mention, it will have your guests delighted to be a part of the experience! We’ve put together six memorable wedding ceremony ideas that are sure to “wow” your guests and make it an event they won’t soon forget! Continue reading “Memorable Wedding Ceremony Ideas: 6 Ways to “Wow” Your Guests” →

After you’ve spent so much time working hard to plan your wedding, you want to ensure your day goes smoothly and without a hitch! As a wedding venue, we understand that there’s so much excitement on your wedding day, it can be challenging to stay on top of all the little details. It’s so important to have a plan in place prior to the day of. Creating a wedding weekend timeline keeps everyone organized, meaning less confusion and questions on the day of your wedding so you can simply enjoy every second!  Continue reading “How to Create a Wedding Weekend Timeline” →

You’re officially engaged, and the wedding planning process has begun. First of all, congratulations! It’s such a wonderful, exciting, and romantic time in a couple’s life together. That said, wedding planning can also get a little challenging. There are just so many intricate details that need to be figured out! As you start to look at dates and venues, consider hosting a weekday wedding – easier to plan, lower costs, better availability and an intimate guest list are just a few of the many benefits this type of wedding can offer.  Continue reading “Hosting a Weekday Wedding: What You Should Know” →

There’s a reason summertime is peak wedding season – nothing is more idyllic than a gorgeous summer wedding! Warm weather, blooming flowers, and blue skies make for the perfect backdrop on your wedding day. That said, it’s best to be prepared for all possible scenarios when hosting your big day at a summer wedding venue, and the team at the 1812 Farm is here to help every step of the way!

Below, we’ve put together 7 tips to help guide you in planning a stunning outdoor summer wedding. Continue reading “7 Tips for Planning a Gorgeous Outdoor Summer Wedding” →

A major part of the wedding planning process involves catering – especially when it comes to coordinating between your caterer and wedding venue. It can be an overwhelming task with all the other wonderful chaos of wedding organizing going on! Luckily, there’s no need to take on extra work when you can invest in a venue with in-house catering services! This arrangement comes with nearly endless advantages and will likely be the best decision you make in the wedding planning process. At The 1812 Farm, we offer in-house Maine wedding catering by the incredible Stone Cove Catering. Learn more about the value their services bring to our venue and how together we can make your wedding dreams a reality! Continue reading “Wedding Vendor Spotlight: Stone Cove Catering” →

Though we may be just a little bit biased, there is just no beating a barn wedding venue for your big day. It’s essentially a beautiful blank slate for you to make your wedding exactly as you’ve always dreamed it would be! With any wedding vision comes the logistical details, including accommodations, facilities, and the like. When researching and choosing your wedding space, you’ll want to be sure that it checks all the boxes both aesthetically and logically. The best rustic wedding venues always have a few important key factors at play – keep reading to learn what they are to help you make your decision! Continue reading “7 Things the Best Rustic Wedding Venues Always Have” →