Host an Event at the Eudora Welty House & Garden

 Elegant white trellis and arbor with climbing rose, perennial flowers, green grass and lush tree line at the Eudora Welty House & Garden.

The Eudora Welty House & Garden provides a scenic backdrop 
for micro weddings, small receptions, workshops, book clubs, and garden clubs. The side porch of the Welty House seats 15, while the surrounding Welty garden can accommodate up to 50 guests for an open-air event. Events must be booked at least 60 days prior to the requested date. You can discuss rental options with our event staff during your event rental consultation.


The Welty garden, side porch, and Visitor Center are available for rental by organizations, businesses, and professional event planners.

EVENT RENTAL PRICE GUIDE

A group of seniors in semi-formal attire socializing on the Welty House lawn during an event.
A bride and groom holding a wedding bouquet in front of the Welty House at the Eudora Welty House & Garden.
An African-American woman and a Caucasian man visit with one another during an informal event on the Welty House lawn.

Want to find out more?

A staff member will consult with you to understand your needs before booking your event.

REQUEST A RENTAL CONSULTATION

Mark Your Calendar

Wednesday, March 26

Saturday, March 29

Bring home plants divided from the Welty garden, plus specially grown old-fashioned plants from Eudora Welty's prose and era—many of whic

Thursday, April 3

Join us for an event with author Kiese Laymon on Thursday, April 3rd at 4:30 p.m. for the debut of his children's book <

Thursday, April 10

The Eudora Welty House & Garden is honored to host Jesmyn Ward, two-time National Bo

Friday, April 11

Tours will be free on Friday, April 11, as we kick off the celebration of Eudora Welty’s 116th bi

Saturday, April 12

Join us in celebrating Eudora Welty’s 116th birthday with a morning dedicated to her beloved gar