by MIT Endicott House | Aug 23, 2018 | Planning
Ditch that dreary conference room for an outdoor retreat. Company retreats inevitably have very different goals between employers and employees. While employers want to increase morale, relationships, creativity and, ultimately, profits, employees need a day away from...
by MIT Endicott House | Aug 6, 2018 | Boston Corporate Events, Planning
There’s no doubt about it. Events are big business — it’s reflected in event planning trends for 2019. Conventions and events typically amount to about 14% of most company budgets. Trade shows and conferences account for most of these events, with the average...
by MIT Endicott House | Jul 25, 2018 | Planning
“Rain, rain, go away, my outdoor event is today” Everything you need to know about Plan B It’s the day before your event. Thunderstorms won’t stop rolling in. The grass is wet and the rain won’t stop. Months of plannings are literally washing down the drain....
by MIT Endicott House | Jul 19, 2018 | Endicott House Special Events
Receptions can range from beautiful to blah. The pursuit of the perfect wedding reception can be difficult and lead to unnecessary stress during the planning process of your event. Here are some easy ways to make your reception beautiful and stress free. Make...
by MIT Endicott House | Jul 12, 2018 | Boston Area Meeting Space, Planning
Three questions you should ask when choosing a meeting space for your corporate gathering There are many occasions that get people out of the office with your staff — such as networking or meeting with clients. Does your team needs more than a few hours outside the...
by MIT Endicott House | Jul 3, 2018 | Boston Area Business Retreats
When skimping on budget could cost you the venue you truly need. Are you planning a retreat for your employees or teammates? Weighing the costs and benefits of each venue can be a daunting task, but it is essential to remember how quickly the event can fail if you...
by MIT Endicott House | Jun 25, 2018 | Planning
The grounds at MIT Endicott House are poised for the perfect outdoor event. An outdoor venue is the perfect match of unique, fun and effective. Unfortunately, outdoor settings are often underused for the conventional (read: boring) indoor venues. If you catch...
by MIT Endicott House | Jun 13, 2018 | Endicott House Values
MIT Endicott House was recently recognized as one of the premier venues with outdoor space by Unique Venues, a marketing and membership organization that bring together one-of-a-kind event venues with meeting planners. This honor was awarded to seven venues that...
by MIT Endicott House | May 21, 2018 | Endicott House Special Events
Congratulations! You’re engaged! Now comes the hard part: planning your wedding. Suddenly, your head is swarming with questions. When and where do you want your wedding? How many people will you invite? Do you want it casual or formal? The one detail that will...
by MIT Endicott House | May 1, 2018 | Endicott House Values
Brad Endicott grew up at the Endicott House; his father, Wendell Endicott, later donated the mansion estate to Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Imagine having a playground that included acres of gardens or completing homework, eating breakfast and sleeping...
