Facility Rentals

The Arboretum offers a beautiful backdrop for private parties, corporate events, and small weddings. Indoor and outdoor locations are available to rent throughout the property. In addition to special events, our facilities may be rented on an ongoing basis for weekly or monthly meetings in our Silver Educational Center classroom. The Arboretum does not provide catering or party planning services, only rental space.

Facility Rental F.A.Q

Photoshoot Policy: Professional photographers using the grounds for wedding/engagement photos, publications, and other official purposes must have an active Individual membership and alert the organization to their use of our grounds at info@bartlettarboretum.org. (Active members who wish to bring a professional photographer to shoot them/their family may do so without requiring the photographer to join).

• The Silver Educational Center is available to the public every day from 9-4 pm. Rooms available include:

  • Adult Classroom

  • Children’s Classroom

  • Herbarium

  • Library (cannot be privately rented)

Corporate Events: The grounds and facilities at the Bartlett Arboretum are ideal for corporate meetings, events, volunteer days, parties, and educational retreats.  

Nonprofit Organizations and Private Groups: Venture away from traditional settings by having your meeting, retreat, or gathering at the Arboretum. Your guests will connect with nature, unplug, and explore our beautiful grounds. 

Events that have been hosted include

• Corporate Retreats

• Birthdays and other celebrations

• Luncheons

• Photo Shoots

• Girl Scout & Boy Scout Meetings and Award Ceremonies

• Garden Club Meetings

• Small wedding ceremonies and receptions (please note we do not provide catering and party planning services, just rental space)

• Baby and bridal showers

  Please note, our parking lot is limited to 60 cars.

Contact us at info@bartlettarboretum.org or 203.322.6971 to inquire about event rental space.