Herman Melville's Arrowhead

Casey Dawn Photography

Couple on front porch of Arrowhead, credit: Christina Michelle Photography

Ceremony in field - Credit: Christina Michelle Photography

Chairs by Classical Tents, Flowers by Township Four, Dear Edith and Lily Photography

1840s barn at Arrowhead, west facade

Alyssa and Donavan in the field - Credit: Christina Michelle Photography

Barn with sweetheart table - Chelsea Proulx Photography, Hanging wicker lights - Encore Audio and Event Services

Couple headed to barn for reception - credit: Christina Michelle Photography

Chelsea Proulx Photography

Bell tent by Mahaiwe Tents, Flowers by Daisy Stone Studio, Casey Dawn Photography

Cocktail trailer by Another Round Bar, Dear Edith and Lily Photography

View of October Mountain to the east

View of the east facade of barn

Dance floor in the barn - Credit: Christina Michelle Photography

Chelsea Proulx Photography

The view of Mt. Greylock to the north inspired Herman Melville

Small fall party table decor

Small birthday party rental of barn, October 2021

Arrowhead was Herman Melville's home from 1850-1863, Tricia McCormack Photography

Table - Only in My Dreams Events, Tableware - Classical Tents, Dear Edith and Lily Photography

Crisp Catering and Dear Edith and Lily Photography

Crisp Catering - locally sourced and fire roasted. Chelsea Proulx Photography

Casey Dawn Photography

Chairs by Classical Tents, Flowers by Township Four, Dear Edith and Lily Photography

1840s barn at Arrowhead, west facade

Alyssa and Donavan in the field - Credit: Christina Michelle Photography

Barn with sweetheart table - Chelsea Proulx Photography, Hanging wicker lights - Encore Audio and Event Services

Couple headed to barn for reception - credit: Christina Michelle Photography

Chelsea Proulx Photography

Bell tent by Mahaiwe Tents, Flowers by Daisy Stone Studio, Casey Dawn Photography

Cocktail trailer by Another Round Bar, Dear Edith and Lily Photography

View of October Mountain to the east

View of the east facade of barn

Dance floor in the barn - Credit: Christina Michelle Photography

Chelsea Proulx Photography

The view of Mt. Greylock to the north inspired Herman Melville

Small fall party table decor

Small birthday party rental of barn, October 2021

Arrowhead was Herman Melville's home from 1850-1863, Tricia McCormack Photography

Table - Only in My Dreams Events, Tableware - Classical Tents, Dear Edith and Lily Photography

Crisp Catering and Dear Edith and Lily Photography

Crisp Catering - locally sourced and fire roasted. Chelsea Proulx Photography

Casey Dawn Photography

from $2,500

Pittsfield, MA

Herman Melville's Arrowhead

Max Capacity: 150 (outdoor), 49 (indoor)

Style: Barn

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Complimentary Amenities–

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Changing Rooms
Electrical Power
Handicap Accessible
Kitchen Access
Parking
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Call: (413) 442-1793 ext. 10

780 Holmes Rd., Pittsfield, MA 01201

The Setting

Historic house museum with barn and lawn, fields, forests and mountain views. Host your event in our historic barn or out on the lawn under a tent. Ample parking on site, bride's ready room (with full package), and museum membership for a year with package. (Please note: historic house interior is not part of rental package)

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Venue Rental Policies

Trash and Recycling: Trash removal must be arranged by client for the day after the event
Rehearsal Dinners: Allowed
Farewell Brunch: Allowed
Pets: Considered Upon Request (restrictions or fees may apply) - Well behaved and leashed pets are allowed at events and owners are responsible for clean up
Open Flames: Considered Upon Request (restrictions or fees may apply)
Bonfires/Fire Pits: Considered Upon Request (restrictions or fees may apply)
Outside Catering: Allowed
Outside Alcohol: Allowed
Smoking: Not Allowed

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