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Facility Rentals

Weddings and Other Special Functions

Community residents and Mass Audubon members alike cherish Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary for its tranquil beauty and captivating wildlife. With its open space and magnificent views of Barnstable Harbor, Long Pasture offers a natural outdoor setting for weddings, receptions and other special events. The location for weddings and receptions is the ½ acre lawn surrounding the Long Pasture House, a Cape built in 1948 and formerly a private residence. The lawn easily permits the installation of one or more party tents, and the house’s kitchen is available for use by caterers. There is a bathroom available for the event in the house as well. Parking for approximately 60 cars is available on mowed sections of an adjacent field approximately 400 feet from the house. The terrace of Long Pasture’s cape Cod Style house leads to a small pond and trail network which takes you through a variety of ornamental and native trees as it makes its way to the harbor overlooks. Guests are welcome to enjoy all of Long Pasture’s trails and grounds before and after the event.

Types of Functions: Family reunions, picnics, club meetings, graduation parties, wedding ceremonies and receptions.

Maximum Capacity: 210 people with a maximum of 60 cars

Availability: May - October for weddings and receptions, year round for club meetings and business meetings

Rates: Fee varies with event size, type and duration

Food Storage/Prep: Residential type kitchen facility.

Parking: Onsite parking available for 60 cars

A/V Equipment: 40 chairs, two fold out tables, extension cords, high speed internet access

Additional Amenities: Free access to Long Pasture's trail system; tables and chairs set up; maps and seasonal handouts, restroom, kitchen.

Please note: Registration in advance is required. A signed rental agreement and a non-refundable deposit of $200 for ceremonies and $500 for ceremonies and receptions is required at the time of booking and confirms your rental. No Smoking on sanctuary except at rental site proper. No use of helium balloons or release of animals (i.e. butterflies from southern states, etc.). All trash must be bagged and removed by renter.

For more information:
Please Contact Sanctuary Director Ian Ives at 508-362-7475 or email longpasture@massaudubon.org