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This the small gazebo where Chelsea Clinton and her childhood playmate Marc Mezvinsky are saying their vows this afternoon.
Beautiful white roses can be seen in a horseshoe around the entrance in front of rows of white seats. Rows of white seats are set out in the brilliant sunshine with a white carpet leading up to the place where the Chelsea will become a married woman.
And with this perfect setting, the weather was perfect too for the young couple today. Chelsea is greeting married life under clear blue skies and sunshine - the temperature in Rhinebeck, New York, is currently a pleasant 24 degrees centigrade.
Sacred spot: The gazebo with a horseshoe of white flowers where Chelsea and Mark are saying their vows this afternoon
Here comes the bride: The rows of white seats for the wedding guests neatly set out in the sunshine, with a white carpet leading up to the gazebo
There was a glimpse of some of the likely wedding fashion earlier in the day as a young woman was seen carrying a long pale apricot gown, possibly belonging to one of the bridesmaids, into the Beekman Arms Inn in Rhinebeck.
But there has so far been no sightings of the bride, who is expected to wear a Vera Wang designed dress at the nuptials, which has been dubbed 'America's Royal wedding.' That looked even more likely as Wang herself was spotted in the town.
Fit for a wedding: A girl is seen carrying a dress outside the Beekman Arms Inn in Rhinebeck, New York State, this morning
Guest list: Bill Clinton's half brother Roger strolls with his son Tyler this morning, while Ted Danson arrives for the nuptials in Rhinebeck
A team of security men were seen patrolling the Rhinebeck streets to ensure everything runs smoothly. There is also said to be a 'no fly zone' above the town.
Hillary said last week that her daughter's big day would be a 'family wedding.'
'The people coming are [Chelsea's] friends and people who have been meaningful in her life, as it should be,' she said.
And this morning, Bill's younger half brother Roger was seen enjoying a stroll in the grounds of his Delamater Inn with his son Tyler.
Like Bill, Roger has had his fair share of scandal - he served more than a year in prison back in 1985 for a cocaine related offence and has also been charged for drink driving.
And long term Clinton pal Ted Danson arrived to celebrate the occasion along with his wife Mary Steenburgen
Protection: A team of security patrol the Rhinebeck streets this morning
Line up: Limousines wait outside a hotel in Rhinebeck this morning
And as for any other possible celebrity guests, The White House confirmed that President Obama will not be in attendance, and Oprah Winfrey is apparently not invited, contrary to rumours.
The same goes for former Clinton Vice President Al Gore and his wife Tipper.
But they 'both wish the couple well and they share in the family's excitement,' said their spokesperson.
Last night the streets of Rhinebeck were lined with well-wishers as the young couple were the guests of honour at their rehearsal dinner.
A glowing Bill and Hillary, clad in a flowing green dress, waved to crowds as they arrived at the bash.
The same goes for former Clinton Vice President Al Gore and his wife Tipper.
But they 'both wish the couple well and they share in the family's excitement,' said their spokesperson.
Last night the streets of Rhinebeck were lined with well-wishers as the young couple were the guests of honour at their rehearsal dinner.
A glowing Bill and Hillary, clad in a flowing green dress, waved to crowds as they arrived at the bash.
It's all for our girl: Former U.S. president Bill Clinton and his wife, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary arrive for the rehearsal dinner at the Beekman Arms Inn in Rhinebeck, New York
Green team: Bill and Hillary Clinton wave to the crowds as they arrive for the rehearsal dinner
He fits the bill: Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky are set to wed tomorrow
Earlier, Bill Clinton was very much the proud father of the bride when he arrived in the town.
'I like him very much, I really do. I admire him. I feel very blessed," the former president said when asked about his future son-in-law.
'Hillary thinks the same way. We think he's fabulous.'
'Is your daughter going to be beautiful?' one reporter called out.
'She looks beautiful every day to me,' Bill responded.
With a rumoured $3million spent on the big day, nothing has been left to chance.
Around £400,000 has been spent on erecting the marquees on the 50-acre former estate, while a further £75,000 has been spent on the tables and crockery.
Party guy: Businessman Steve Bing leaves a party in honour of the happy couple on Friday
Friend of the family: Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright waved to crowds as she left the rehearsal dinner on Friday
With gratitude: A bottle of wine and a note sent by Chelsea Clinton's wedding planner thanking the neighbour for putting up with road closures
Even the wedding list has been shrouded in secrecy. The couple apparently used a fake name for the gift registry, so even the shopping locations are a mystery.
Meanwhile, residents of the small town have been appeased for any inconvenience with a bottle of wine and a note apologising for road closures on the big day.
Bryan Rafanelli, the head of Rafanelli Events sent the note reading 'This Saturday, Astor Court will be the site of a very special event,' before going on to thank the recipient for 'your patience and co-operation.'
Businesses in Rhinebeck have also got into the spirit of the big day.
One posh eatery - The Rhinecliff - has re-christened their menu with items such as Chelsea's Buttermilk Pancakes, the Hillary Hummus Sandwich, Secretary of Steak Frites and the Bill 'True Blue' Burger.
Clinton's daughter and her fiance will say their vows at the grand Astor Courts, an estate on the scenic east bank of the Hudson River.
So thoughtful: A note sent by Chelsea Clinton's wedding planner thanking the neighbor for putting up with road closures on the day of the wedding
Royal wedding: Well-wishers line a street across from the Beekman Arms Inn in Rhinebeck
The rehearsal dinner: It's an all-American theme
The couple, who were friends as teenagers in Washington, have a lot in common, with Marc's parents Ed Mezvinsky and Marjorie Margolies-Mezvinsky both one time members of congress.
And both are no stranger to political scandal, with Chelsea's dad Bill being infamously impeached after his affair with Monica Lewinsky, while Marc's father Ed served time in prison for fraud, before being released in 2008.
Ed Mezvinsky, who is divorced from Marjorie, now works as a health advocate for low-income people and refugees, according to the New York Times.
Majorie now teaches at the University of Pennsylvania.
However, although Chelsea is an only child, Marc is one of 11 children, some of whom are adopted.
And Marc is Jewish, while Chelsea is a practising Methodist, raising the question of whether a rabbi will officiate at today's nuptials.
Bill Clinton greets supporters in Rhinebeck yesterday
Still pulling a crowd: Bill Clinton in the main street for Rhinebeck yesterday
Workers setup fences outside the Beekman Arms Inn for a pre wedding party yesterday
Mezvinsky worked previously at Goldman Sachs as an investment banker.
Chelsea has long sought a life away from the spotlight. She lives quietly in a Manhattan apartment and is described as casual, modest and friendly.
She has blossomed from the gawky corkscrew-curled 12-year-old who entered the White House in 1992 into an assured young woman who has a strong relationship with both parents, even in the storm of her father’s adultery with Monica Lewinsky. Chelsea has long sought a life away from the spotlight. She lives quietly in a Manhattan apartment and is described as casual, modest and friendly.
Catering crews work on the sprawling grounds and under the tent at Astor Courts in Rhinebeck in preparation for the wedding
No expense spared: A small army of workmen have been on site all week to erect pavilions in the grounds where the wedding will take place
The marquee where Chelsea and Marc will say their vows: Workers have already started setting up chairs
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