The Garden at Elm Bank · Wellesley, MA
The Garden at Elm Bank Wedding Photography & Videography
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The Garden at Elm Bank, often called the Gardens at Elm Bank, is a 36-acre botanical estate in Wellesley, less than 20 miles from downtown Boston, where every turn is another garden. Move Mountains Co. has photographed and filmed weddings at the Garden at Elm Bank, and we're proud to be a preferred photographer and videographer there.
Thirty-six acres of gardens
Run by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, the estate has twelve display gardens, historic estate architecture and open lawns for tents. Ceremonies are often held in the European-inspired Italianate Garden, cocktail hour in the whimsical Weezie's Garden, and receptions in the Hunnewell Building, which seats about 150 with dancing, or about 230 with its attached tent. Evening rentals include exclusive use of the grounds.
The Elm Bank team plans for every season and every forecast, and they make a garden wedding feel easy.
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 The Garden at Elm Bank
The Italianate Garden
Tall evergreens, clipped hedges and stone frame the ceremony. Jason + Alanna shared their first kiss under a floral arch here as their guests cheered.
The greenhouse
Green iron frames, palms and banana leaves make a lush, warm backdrop, and Jason + Alanna cut their cake inside.
The tent
String lights and a wood dance floor keep the party glowing after dark.
The Hunnewell Building
The brick estate house with its white portico makes a classic frame for a walk across the drive.
The garden walks
Long lawns lined with flower beds and cypress trees are made for golden-hour portraits.
Weezie's Garden
A playful garden for cocktail hour, close to the reception.
Planning your The Garden at Elm Bank wedding timeline
- 1
Getting ready
Plan to get ready nearby, then arrive for portraits in the gardens.
- 2
Portraits
With twelve gardens, allow time to move between a few favorites before the ceremony.
- 3
Ceremony
The Italianate Garden is the classic choice, with a rain plan ready.
- 4
Cocktail hour
Weezie's Garden or another display garden keeps guests outdoors.
- 5
Reception
The Hunnewell Building and its attached tent seat about 230 with dancing.
Real The Garden at Elm Bank weddings
Start with Jason + Alanna's photos and film, then see more Elm Bank weddings.
The Garden at Elm Bank on the blog
- Jason + AlannaOct 2023, film
- Patrick + Kristin
Thank you to the team at the Garden at Elm Bank for being such gracious hosts.
All photos by Move Mountains Co.The Garden at Elm Bank wedding FAQ
How many weddings has Move Mountains Co. photographed at the Garden at Elm Bank?
Move Mountains Co. has photographed and filmed weddings at the Garden at Elm Bank.
Where are the best photo spots at the Garden at Elm Bank?
The best photo spots at the Garden at Elm Bank are the Italianate Garden, the greenhouse, the tent, the Hunnewell Building, the garden walks and Weezie's Garden.
How many guests can the Garden at Elm Bank hold?
The Garden at Elm Bank lists the Hunnewell Building at about 150 seated with dancing, or about 230 with its attached tent, and the lawns can be tented for larger weddings. Check with the venue for current terms.
Is Move Mountains Co. a preferred vendor at the Garden at Elm Bank?
Yes. Move Mountains Co. is a preferred photographer and videographer at the Garden at Elm Bank.
How much does a Garden at Elm Bank 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 the Garden at Elm Bank?
Yes. Move Mountains Co. photographs and films weddings at the Garden at Elm Bank, 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.
Check your The Garden at Elm Bank date
We'd love to hear about your Elm Bank plans. MMC offers tiered photo, video and combined collections; reach out for current pricing.