Just three miles from downtown Athens, the State Botanical Garden of Georgia offers a variety of venues suitable for weddings and other special events. The garden’s facilities are catering-friendly and accommodate everything from business meetings to weddings. To speak with someone about reservations, please contact us at 706-542-6467 or sbgrent@uga.edu.
Enjoy the beauty and intimacy of the State Botanical Garden’s Cecil B. Day Chapel for your special event. The space, designed to harmonize with the surrounding hardwood forest, features a welcoming interior bathed in natural light. An elaborately carved glass and mahogany entrance provides the picture-perfect gateway to a truly memorable experience.
The renovated downstairs of the Visitor Center & Conservatory is the ideal setting for business presentations, family reunions or parties. The Gardenside Room is fully equipped for digital presentations. Need a break? Step outside onto the Gardenside Room patio and into the beautiful International Garden.
No matter the season, the Conservatory’s Great Room offers the premier space to host a wedding, high school prom or company gathering. With high glass ceilings and exotic greenery, the setting becomes more spectacular after sunset.
The Terrace Room, located downstairs in the Garden Club of Georgia, is a versatile space, suitable for everything from a business presentation to a wedding. The decor provided by the Garden Club of Georgia adds a special sophistication to events.
Decorative Arts Museum
The Porcelain and Decorative Arts Museum is the newest world-class facility at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia. The museum includes beautiful gallery spaces and a large classroom with a fully equipped meeting space for digital presentations and special events.
The Callaway Administration Building blends into its hardwood surroundings. The conference room, auditorium and lobby area provide for all the needs of a business gathering or small party. Retreats and conferences transcend the familiar business routine in this relaxed environment.
