The Garden Room on the main floor of the Heinemann Visitor Center may be used by the bridal party one hour prior to the ceremony.  All personal property and any other material belonging to the bridal party must be removed from this area before the ceremony begins.  This area will then be in readiness for the next wedding party. 
THE DUBUQUE ARBORETUM IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY PERSONAL PROPERTY LEFT ON THE PREMISES.
Example: 
10:00 wedding ceremony
9:00 AM – GARDEN ROOM AVAILABLE FOR BRIDAL PARTY
9:30 AM – BEGIN SEATING WEDDING GUESTS
10:00 AM – CEREMONY BEGINS … GARDEN ROOM CLEAR AND
                                         READY FOR NEXT BRIDAL PARTY
11:30 AM – NEXT WEDDING SEATING BEGINS (if there is one)

1. Both the Gazebo and the Packard Amphitheater are equipped with electrical outlets adequate for most usage.  The Arboretum does not provide a sound system.  We have 100 chairs available and they will be set up by arboretum staff.
2. In case of inclement weather, the ceremony may be held in the Packard Amphitheater.  DECISION FOR THIS WILL BE MADE BY THE ARBORETUM CO-ORDINATOR.
3. ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING IS ALLOWED IN OUR BUILDINGS.  CONSUMPTION OF HARD ALCOHOL ON ARBORETUM PROPERTY IS PROHIBITED.
4. The Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is open at all times for public enjoyment with the exception of the immediate area where the wedding is performed.
5. The Arboretum Gate is locked at dusk and reopens at 8 a.m.  Be sure your guest’s cars are out before the

Gate is locked.  Please do not throw rice or birdseed, use real flower petals or bubbles instead.

1. Your reservation includes the right to have professional photography taken in the Gardens on the day of your wedding.                

PLEASE SHARE THESE RULES WITH THE MEMBERS OF YOUR WEDDING PARTY AND GUESTS.  THIS WILL ENSURE A SMOOTH CEREMONY AND WILL HELP TO MAKE YOUR WEDDING SPECIAL. (Need Cart for Grandparents to and from?  Make reservation.)

Printable PDF of this Form to share with Wedding Party and Guests Here