Meetings and Retreats

The Auditorium 

The auditorium rental at Chattanooga Arboretum and Nature Center is a great place for board retreats, church retreats, workshops, and staff meetings. This 800 square foot room has a projector screen, a dry erase board, and also access to a small kitchen. There are 75 chairs and 6 banquet tables.

Rental fees during operating hours start at $125 for the first hour, $25 for each additional hour. After operating hours, the charge is $165 for the first hour, $25 for each additional hour.

Guest capacity is 75.

The Humphreys House

The Humphreys House is available for business meetings/retreats and small parties and weddings of 30 people or less. This picturesque log cabin features a large, central meeting room with fireplace, breakout rooms, and a full kitchen available for catering. In addition, there is a small outdoor patio and breezeway with limited seating. Parking is available adjacent to the Humphreys House.

The most notable feature of the Humphreys House is the spectacular setting. Nestled in the heart of  the Chattanooga Arboretum and Nature Center, where nature provides the perfect backdrop for any meeting occasion.

The Humphreys House rents for $500 for a full day or $900 for a two day event. 501(c) 3, nonprofit organizations may rent this facility at a discount: $200 for a full day (8 hours or more OR evening hours) or $350 for a two day event.

Guest capacity is 30.

The Pavilion

The Pavilion, located centrally within the Chattanooga Arboretum and Nature Center, is an open air, screened-in facility perfect for birthday parties, informal get-togethers, small weddings and other occasions. Although the Pavilion does not have electricity or running water, a privy with two self-composing toilets is available a short walk from the back of the building.

The Pavilion rents for $200 a day during park hours only:  Monday through Saturday, 9am to 5pm and Sunday, 1 to 5pm.

Guest capacity is 30.