U.S. Rep. Barney Frank, right, married his longtime partner Jim Ready on Saturday, July 7, in Boston, becoming the first member of Congress to marry someone of the same gender while in office. Courtesy Fotique

Frank and Ready exchange rings and vows Saturday. Courtesy Fotique

The 16-term Massachusetts Democrat married Ready, a small business owner and photographer from Maine, at a ceremony officiated by Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick. Courtesy Fotique

Ready and Frank address guests during the reception on Saturday. Courtesy Fotique

Frank and Ready pose for a picture during the reception. Courtesy Fotique