Eisenhower House · Newport, RI
Eisenhower House Wedding Photography & Videography
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Eisenhower House is the yellow Victorian at Fort Adams State Park, built in 1873 and later the summer White House for President Eisenhower, with a wraparound porch and rolling lawns that look out over Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. Move Mountains Co. has photographed and filmed weddings at Eisenhower House.
An 1873 Victorian above the bay
The state-run house hosts one event a day. The rental includes the house, the wraparound porch and the lawn, plus bridal and groom suites upstairs for getting ready. The house suits smaller dinners, and larger weddings put up a tent on the lawn, with room for up to 1,000 people across the indoor and outdoor space. You bring your own caterer and tent, chosen from the venue's recommended list or approved outside vendors.
The Eisenhower House events team knows the property inside and out and keeps a tented wedding running smoothly from the first delivery to the last dance.
Move Mountains Co. has photographed and filmed weddings across Newport, Boston and beyond for 10 years. We're a preferred vendor at 100+ New England venues, a ten-time The Knot Best of Weddings winner and a member of The Knot Hall of Fame.
Best photo spots at Eisenhower House
The front steps and porch
The yellow clapboard, white trim and wraparound porch are the backdrop everyone remembers. Thomas + Taylor stepped out of the front doors together in the last of the afternoon light.
The ceremony lawn
White chairs on the grass with florals on white pedestals, and the bay just past the hedge line. Guests were on their feet as Thomas and Taylor walked back up the aisle.
The open lawn at golden hour
Acres of grass between the house and the water give room to walk and wander, and the late-day light turns everything gold.
The tent
String lights, long wooden tables and a dance floor on the lawn. The tent is where the night gets loud.
The library
Built-in bookshelves make a warm, quiet spot for getting ready.
The house at night
After dark the house glows behind the tent, a last look back before the send-off.
Planning your Eisenhower House wedding timeline
- 1
Getting ready
Bridal and groom suites are upstairs in the house, so everyone is on site from the start.
- 2
Portraits
The front steps, the porch and the lawn are all within a few steps of each other.
- 3
Ceremony
Plan the ceremony on the lawn, with a tent as the rain plan.
- 4
Cocktail hour
Guests spread out across the porch and lawn while the tent is set.
- 5
Reception
Dinner and dancing under the tent, with the house lit up behind it.
Real Eisenhower House weddings
Start with Thomas + Taylor's photos, then see more Newport weddings.
Eisenhower House on the blog
- Thomas + TaylorOct 2024
Thank you to the Eisenhower House team for taking such good care of every couple.
All photos by Move Mountains Co.Eisenhower House wedding FAQ
How many weddings has Move Mountains Co. photographed at Eisenhower House?
Move Mountains Co. has photographed and filmed weddings at Eisenhower House.
Where are the best photo spots at Eisenhower House?
The best photo spots at Eisenhower House are the front steps and porch, the ceremony lawn, the open lawn at golden hour, the tent, the library and the house lit up at night.
How many guests can Eisenhower House hold?
Rhode Island State Parks lists capacity of up to 1,000 people across the indoor and outdoor space, with a tent on the lawn for larger receptions. Check with the venue for current terms.
How much does an Eisenhower House wedding photographer cost?
Move Mountains Co. offers tiered photo, video and combined collections, so you can choose the coverage that fits your day. Reach out for current pricing. Travel within 120 round-trip miles of our Providence studio is included; beyond that, travel is $0.75 per mile.
Can Move Mountains Co. provide both photography and video at Eisenhower House?
Yes. Move Mountains Co. photographs and films weddings at Eisenhower House, and we also offer the Luxe Booth photo booth. Your photographer and filmmaker work side by side as one crew. Wedding films are delivered 16–20 weeks after the wedding, and MMC offers tiered photo, video and combined collections; reach out for current pricing.
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We'd love to hear about your Eisenhower House plans. MMC offers tiered photo, video and combined collections; reach out for current pricing.