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Heritage Pavilion

Franklinia altamaha
Franklinia alatamaha

Built to mirror the distinctive profile of Miss Catharine’s dairy barn, the Heritage Pavilion is a center of activity for the Garden. The soaring event space opens onto the Native Plant Landscape Garden and the Concert Lawn, and provides a panoramic view of the arboretum. The Heritage Pavilion is centered on the Garden’s Franklinia alatamaha, a beautiful flowering tree discovered by botanist John Bartram in 1765 along the banks of the Altamaha River. Each year, in addition to daily educational programs, the Garden hosts a number of parties under the Pavilion, including Wine, Moonlight & Magnolias, a signature event of the region’s social season. The Heritage Pavilion makes a great Bandshell, and Symphony in the Garden has become a popular spring event for serious picnickers and music lovers alike. Jazz, bluegrass and even a tuba quintet have filled the Garden with beautiful music from the Heritage Pavilion.
A catering kitchen, restrooms and proximity to a service entrance make the Heritage Pavilion the perfect venue for a wedding, reception, or other event.

Heritage Pavilion from Native Plant Landscape Garden
Heritage Pavilion and Farmyard with colorful flowers, and plants in front.
Heritage Pavilion and Farmyard
Wedding reception at Heritage Pavilion
Wedding reception at Heritage Pavilion

Last updated: 3/31/2015