Photography & Videography

Use Blithewold as your backdrop to capture precious memories with photos and videos.
Learn about our photography and videography policies below.

About Sessions

In furtherance of Blithewold, Inc.’s objective of making the public aware of its historic property, and in hopes of creating interest and developing an appreciation of the same, Blithewold makes available the estate on 101 Ferry Lane, Bristol, Rhode Island, 02809, for professional photography sessions.

Some of the photography sessions include:

  • Engagement, family or group session
  • Portrait session, grounds only
  • Professional business/catalogue shoot, grounds only
  • Professional business/catalogue shoot, grounds only
  • Professional business/catalogue shoot, indoors
  • Professional business/catalogue shoot, indoors
  • Wedding photo session

Already interested, or have something else in mind? Fill out the inquiry form HERE.

FAQ

May I take photos of the Mansion and grounds at Blithewold?
Yes, everyone is encouraged to take photos at Blithewold for personal use only.

If you post these on social media, please tag Blithewold. We love to see them!

May I have professional photos taken at Blithewold?
Yes, but professional photo sessions with a professional photographer MUST be booked in advance and a small fee applies. Fill out the form HERE. to schedule your photo shoot.

Why must my photo session be booked in advance?
We have many different events and programs at Blithewold. Therefore at times – for example, during a wedding the grounds aren’t fully open for use.

Can I bring a drone to Blithewold?
You can only bring a drone by scheduled appointment and it must be outside normal operating hours. A fee may apply for commercial use or if a supervisory staff needs to be on duty. Fill out the form HERE. to schedule your photo shoot.

How do I book my photo session?
Fill out the form HERE. to schedule your photo shoot.

Inquiry Form

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