Columbus Botanical Garden Photography Policy

CBG is pleased to provide an attractive venue and colorful setting that has become a popular location for all types of photography in the Columbus area.

All photography sessions, both private and professional, at Columbus Botanical Garden shall be scheduled no less than 48 hours in advance of the desired session. CBG reserves the right to deny access to the grounds for photography purposes if a photo shoot conflicts with educational or other events at CBG.  Advance scheduling is for everyone’s safety, helps prevent more than one group attempting to use the facility at the same time, and allows staff to schedule irrigation times so that they do not conflict with photography appointments.

Photographers working with brides, bridal parties, and other guests who rent the Adams Family Farmhouse for a function may coordinate a photo shoot with the renters, if desired, in advance of the event. Renters of the facility may use the photographer of their choice for the duration of the rental period specified in their rental contract.

Professional photographers wishing to take advantage of CBG’s attractive backdrops and vistas are asked to support the installation and maintenance of these “ready-made sets” by becoming CBG members at the Silver Trowel ($100-249) level or above. Photographers who do not wish to become CBG members may schedule shoots on the grounds for a fee of $35 per hour. Non-member photographers who bring clients to CBG without scheduling in advance, or without paying the sitting fee, may be asked to leave the grounds. Professional photographers wishing to donate photographs for CBG’s use for promotional purposes in lieu of fees should contact executive director Nicole Sanchez at 706-327-8400.

Both photographers and subjects must stay on walkways or on grass at all times. Please do not pose, walk on, or cut through our planting beds. This includes any area covered with pine straw, even if no plants are visible at the time.  Photographers and subjects are also asked to respect all CBG property by not climbing onto fences, handrails, trees, or other structures for photo poses or any other reason.

The exposure and visitorship that photographers and their clients bring to Columbus Botanical Garden is appreciated. Substantial expenditure and effort is made to ensure that CBG is an attractive, educational venue for the entire Columbus community. In order to maintain our aesthetic standards and ensure garden access to all appropriate users, it is crucial that both amateur and professional photographers adhere to this policy.

To print a copy of the CBG Photography Policy, please scroll to the bottom of this page and click on the appropriate document.  Thank you.

The Garden reserves the right to refuse admittance for photography and/or to change its Photo Policy without advance notice.
 

Host Your Event at the Columbus Botanical Garden

The Columbus Botanical Garden (CBG) House and Memorial Garden are lovely venues for your next special event or meeting. 

CBG provides a beautiful spacious house and a memorial garden that will make your special event a memorable and exciting experience.  Book your rehearsal dinner, wedding, wedding reception, baby shower, class reunion or any number of special events at the historic Adams Family Farm House and Memorial Garden.  Both indoor and outdoor rental options are available.

For more information regarding availability or to view the house and grounds, please contact our rental coordinator, Virginia Ely,  at (706) 327-8400 or by email at  yourcbginfo@yahoo.com.

 Columbus Botanical Garden does not provide event coordination.

Adams Family Farm House

Beautiful Outdoor Settings

The Columbus Botanical Garden can provide a limited number of tables and chairs.   In addition, three restrooms are located inside the house with additional restrooms located conveniently on the grounds.

Weekday Rates and Fee Schedules

(Monday through Thursday)

Weekend Rates and Fee Schedules

 (Friday through Sunday)

Security Personnel Fee covers five hours of security during an event.  There is no additional fee for events that require more than five hours of security.  If less than five hours of security is needed for an event, the remainder will be sent back with the refundable security deposit.  The refundable security deposit is returned within ten to twenty business days after each event.

Outdoor events include use of the lawn area behind the farmhouse and restroom building. User may erect a tent at User’s expense for rental period. No kitchen access is permitted for outdoor rentals. Tables and chairs are not provided for outdoor events. Limited electricity is available.

Indoor/ Outdoor events include use of house, kitchen, grounds surrounding house including brick patio, a limited number of tables and chairs, and interior and exterior restrooms. User may erect a tent at User’s expense for rental period.

 All setup and cleanup time must be included in rental period.   All event setup and cleanup is User’s responsibility.

Security deposit and signed contract are necessary to hold an event date.  No dates will be reserved without a security deposit and contract. Event dates may be reserved up to, but not more than, 18 months in advance.

Please note that outdoor event rates do NOT include access into the Adams Farm House.

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