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The Edith J. Carrier Arboretum and Botanical Gardens offer nature lovers not only opportunity to wander miles of woodland paths rich in diverse habitats of songbirds and native plants, with over 125 acres of Oak and Hickory Forest, but also offer lush lawns, a scenic waterfall and bridge that provide a stunning backdrop for a bridal processional and formal ceremonies, and comfortable space for corporate outdoor events.
Extraordinary in beauty and scope, the Arboretum's forested slopes and lowland swale provide to those seeking serenity in ambience, grandeur in scale, and uniqueness of atmosphere for formal social events and weddings, a very unique site.
The Edith J. Carrier Arboretum and Botanical Gardens at James Madison University invites bridal parties and corporate event planners to consider our wide expanses of lawns and greenscapes, that are protected and captured amidst the hustle and activity of the thriving city of Harrisonburg and the pulse of campus life at James Madison University, as a site for your weddings and corporate social events.
JMU Catering provides competitive, elegant full- service catering and bartending. Fine hotels and private B&B establishments are close at hand. The arboretum is easily accessible from Interstate 81, between Interstates 64 to the south and 66 to the north. The Arboretum is here for your wedding or corporate event!
Weddings at JMU's EJC Arboretum has received approximately 122 profile views in the last three months.
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Public Park / Garden |
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Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Reception, Wedding Rehearsal Dinner, Banquet / Dinner, Private Party, Corporate Event, Meeting |
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| Location Character |
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Elegant, Formal, Garden Setting, Natural Setting, Romantic |
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| Catering |
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Provided |
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| Catering Details |
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JMU catering only |
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| Kitchen Facilities |
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Moderately Equipped |
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| Views |
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Bridge, Fountain, Garden/Park, Lake/Pond, Trees/Forest |
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| Wedding Amenities |
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Bride's Dressing Area, Groom's Dressing Area |
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Computer, Computer Projector, DVD Player, Internet (Wireless), Microphone, Overhead Projector, Podium, Projection Screen |
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| Smoking |
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Allowed in designated areas |
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| Tables & Chairs |
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Provided |
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| Linens, Silver, etc. |
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Some Provided |
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| Parking |
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Free Onsite Lot, Street Parking, Shuttle can be arranged |
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| Accommodations |
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Wide Selection Available offsite nearby |
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| Amplified Music |
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Allowed Inside, Allowed Outside, Some Restrictions |
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| Alcohol |
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Provided by JMU catering exclusively |
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| Cleanup |
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Caterer, Renter |
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May Be Required |
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| Staffing Requirements |
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JMU Staff on site for most contracted events. |
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| Restrictions |
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Adherence of all posted JMU use policies required. |
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Weddings at JMU's EJC Arboretum is one of 292 wedding locations and event venues in Virginia and among 8,582 wedding locations and event venues listed nationwide on GatheringGuide.com.
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