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Rentals at The Whiteside Garden

Please email your name, requested rental date, hours of rental, and type of rental (meeting, party, photography permit, etc.)

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Professional Photographers must obtain a permit and a reservation if they wish to use The Whiteside Garden for photography/videography. A photography permit is $25/1 hour or $40/2 hours. A photography permit is required for Professional Photography that involves:
  • Props, furniture, or similar
  • Tripod, lighting, or similar camera equipment
  • Clothing changes
  • Groups of more than ten individuals
  • Photography that will last for an extended time (30 minutes or more)
  • Photography related to weddings, wedding engagements, family portraits, senior pictures, or similar

For complete details, please review our Professional Photographer Guidelines. 

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The Whiteside Garden now offers rentals for meetings, retreats, and small gatherings. Indoor rentals are conveniently located in the Welcome Center next to the restroom. Indoor rentals are encouraged to explore the gardens during breaks. Picnic tables are located on-site. Currently, the following spaces are available to rent: 
  • Lower Terrace (Outdoor Rental)
    • ​20 Chairs
  • Lily Room (Indoor Rental)
    • The room will include:
      • Tables
      • Chairs
      • Large dry erase board, eraser, and markers
      • Keurig and amenities

Square Set up (Seats 8)

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U Set Up (Seats 10)

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Workshop (Seat 8)

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View From the Lily Room

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