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Hemingway Wetland Gazebo & Sylvan Dock

Hemingway Wetland Gazebo & Sylvan Dock

LET NATURE BE THE BACKDROP FOR YOUR EVENT

Enjoy a small personal ceremony nestled in the Hemingway Wetlands. A perfect spot for a quiet gathering, wildlife can be spotted all around.

A wedding has different needs than a meeting. A corporate retreat is not the same as a baby shower. At Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site, we have a variety of spaces that are suitable for a wide array of events.

KEY FEATURES and AMENITIES

  • A quiet retreat nestled in the woods, perfect for small, intimate weddings
  • The breathtaking views in the gardens including the wisteria arbor
  • Photo opportunities are abundant
  • Parking lot holds 3 cars. Additional parking is available in the visitors parking lot.
  • Restrooms are located in the carriage house visitor’s center during business hours. For weddings taking place after hours, guests may utilize the latrine located at the front of the property or rent the carriage house for an additional fee.
  • A site buyout is an option

HOST in ANY STYLE

VENUE DETAILS

Capacity
  • 10 people gazebo
  • 10 people dock
Other Notable Information
  • Utilize the gazebo for a quaint ceremony
  • The dock can be reserved as a shuttle point to access different locations on the lake, such as Boy Scout Island.

Discounts may be available. Check with your event manager for details.

  • DAYTIME and EVENING EVENTS

    Pricing

    3 hour minimum

    • Gazebo
      • Before 5 p.m. – $50/day
      • After 5 p.m .- $50/hr

      Dock

      • Before 5 p.m. – $30/day
      • After 5 p.m. – $50/hr

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Deposit Requirements

To book your event, a non-refundable deposit of 50% of rental space is required along with a signature agreement. A check, Mastercard or VISA are accepted forms of payment. Please note: Indiana sales tax of 7% applies to all rental fees.

Vendor Policies

Alcohol and catering services may be hired by the client. The client must provide a copy of the catering contract to the Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site manager at the time that the contract is signed. Caterers must show proof of all appropriate state licensing, including a valid liquor license.

A certificate of insurance is required for all rental events at Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site. Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site at times could be considered under structural or cosmetic construction. Structural and/or cosmetic changes to the facility and its grounds includes but is not limited to gallery closures, improvements to the landscape, installation of art, etc. In the best efforts of the facility, plans will be communicated as early as possible to the client.

Parking

Parking lot holds 3 cars. Additional parking is available in the visitors parking lot.

Construction Policy

Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site at times could be considered under structural or cosmetic construction. Structural and/or cosmetic changes to the facility and its grounds includes but is not limited to gallery closures, improvements to the landscape, installation of art, etc. In the best efforts of the facility, plans will be communicated as early as possible to the client.