Garden Rentals & Special Event Planning
The South Carolina Botanical Garden
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Print information at right for descriptions of Garden Areas, pricing, Rental Contract Procedures. |
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Garden Events Guide Book & Garden Rental Brochure provide details of capacity and description of the areas. |
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Xeriscape Garden A white gazebo in the midst of colorful summer to fall blooming plants with a lush green lawn. Perfect for a small ceremony and reception for groups up to 50. Lawn capacity for chairs is 75. |
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Hayden Lecture Area A peaceful setting for a garden lecture or small reception under a pine tree canopy. Located conveniently near the flower display gardens and adjacent to the Xeriscape Garden. Capacity: 75. |
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Fran Hanson Discovery Center Our premier wedding site has multiple options for weddings, receptions, or a combination of both. Beautiful views over the meadows and artwork in each room provide a perfect setting for any indoor occasion. The manicured landscape provides an elegant setting for any garden party. Inside capacity: 100. Lawn capacity varies by set up, up to 300. Also available for business luncheons. |
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Fran Hanson Discovery Center - Upper Lawn & Terrace The upper lawn and terrace are used most often for wedding ceremonies and receptions of up to 150 people. |
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Lower Lawn - Fran Hanson Discovery Center with the Carriage House in background The lower lawn of the Fran Hanson Discovery Center is most often used as a reception site. It will hold a tent up to 40'x55' or a combination of set-ups for groups from 100-200. The Carriage House is available for birthday parties or business meetings for groups up to 25 or as an additional venue to the lawns. The newly renovated space has a kitchen (no oven) and a lovely hand-painted mural on the wall to provide a garden cottage backdrop for your event. |
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Hosta Garden This intimate setting among the lush hostas and waterfalls allows for simple ceremonies. Chairs may be brought in on a limited basis upon approval. Capacity: 40. |
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Hayden Conference Center Two large rooms, a catering kitchan and restrooms may be set-up to accomodate a variety of functions. Business meetings, classrooms, lectures or receptions. Outdoor garden areas adjacent to the building are included. Capacity: 50 per room, depends on function. |
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