Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum

With its spectacular views, lush surroundings and close proximity to downtown, the Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum is the perfect venue for any special event. We have a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces that can accommodate groups of any size. The Dogwood Center (formerly known as the Welcome Center), a 5,000 square-foot building, is an entirely indoor event space with an attached patio, terraced gardens and adjacent parking. As a versatile event venue, we have experience hosting all types of events, including birthday parties, rehearsal dinners, concerts, memorial services, business meetings, conferences, fundraisers and exhibits. We are committed to personalized service and strive to accommodate unique requests.

Whether your taste gravitates toward our elegant Stone Terraces and the Garden Club Room, the enchanting Martha H. Ashe Garden and ivy-covered Stone Greenhouse, the Dogwood Center which has been recognized with an American Architecture Award, or the LeConte Meadow overlooking the Great Smoky Mountains, the Garden provides a unique backdrop for your special events.

The Space is perfect for:

• Audition
• Culinary Event
• Dance Class/Event
• Exhibition
• Film Location
• Meet Up
• Performance
• Photo Location
• Rehearsal
• Workshop/class
• Meetings
• Retreats

Onsite amenities:

• Air Conditioning
• Bathroom
• Chairs
• Coffee Maker
• Full Kitchen
• Handicap Accessible
• Heating
• Parking on Premise
• Power Outlets
• Refrigerator
• Sink
• Tables
• Security / Alarm System
• Shower
• Smoking Area
• Van, Trailer, or Bus Parking
• Windows/natural light
• Wireless Internet

Minimum hourly rate: Varies

Deposit amount: 50% Deposit required

Require a rental agreement? YES

Accepted payment types: Cash, Check, Credit card

Space personnel: Garden is staffed during regular hours (Mon-Fri 8 AM – 5 PM) and during private events

# of chairs: 200 white garden chairs

# of tables: 8 x rectangular 6′ and 5 cocktail

# of parking spaces (approximate): 145 (all spaces combined)

Is parking free? YES

Is food allowed? YES

Is alcohol allowed (with the understanding that restrictions may apply)? YES

Is a stage available? NO

What kind of flooring? Concrete, stone, wood, grass, woodchips

Allow Renters to stay set-up during multi-day reservations? YES

Renters may inquire about booking space via this website form (please provide link): www.knoxgarden.org/classes-events/special-events