Private Rentals

The Conservatory offers limited after-hours private use of the facility for weddings and formal/professional photography only. You must obtain a permit through Seattle Parks and Recreation to secure your date.

Venue Information

• The Seasonal House is the main room in the Conservatory and offers a warm, lush, cozy environment for an intimate wedding ceremony for up to 25 people.
• Chairs are available upon request. Set up of chairs will be the renter's responsibility.
• Professional photography is allowed for the duration of your rental.
• There is one private all-gender bathroom inside the Conservatory. Additional restrooms are available outside in the park, just East of the Conservatory.
• The Conservatory can get quite hot in the summer. Hand held fans are an excellent party favor for guests.
• Call 206-684-4743 to schedule a site visit with a Conservatory staff member.

Rental Guidelines

• Ceremonies only, no receptions.
• Your permit will reserve the entire Conservatory for the duration of your rental.
• Please stay on pathways and paved surfaces. Do not sit, stand or place personal belongings in planted display areas.
• Do not move planters, plants, benches or other display features in the Conservatory. Rearrangements of displays are not permitted for ceremonies.

Permitted Items

• Hand-held bouquets, corsages and boutonnieres.
• Soft music to moderate live or amplified music.

Prohibited Items

• Food or drink of any kind.
• Confetti, bird seed, rice, flower petals or the like.
• Floral arrangements that are not one of the kinds listed above.
• Candles or open flames.