Rent the Historic Rutgers House
Looking for a great space for your next event?

Located in the heart of beautiful downtown Tallahassee, the historic Rutgers House is the perfect space for any office gathering or family wedding.
The ballroom holds approximately 100 people as a meeting space. Space is also available on the lawn to host outdoor weddings. Our private parking lot provides ample parking for your event.
The following list details rates for all events. All times include set-up, event, and clean-up. Contact the Resident Manager at (850) 224-3371 for all rental requests and a tour of our beautiful space.
For more information on rental policies, please see the Garden Center Rules and Regulations.
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| Weekend Rates (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) | Fee | Deposit | ||
| Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 9:30 am-11:30 pm | $1000 plus tax | $250 | ||
| Friday or Sunday, six (6) hour rental* | $500 plus tax | $250 | ||
| *Additional hours may be contracted at a rate of $50/hour plus tax. This arrangement can be made at the time of the contract or until 14 days prior to the event and must be paid for according to the rules and regulations of the contract. Any uncontracted hours used will result in a charge of $100/hour plus tax. A six hour rental may not be extended beyond eight hours or it becomes a full-day rental for $1000. plus tax. | ||||
| Weekday Rates for Business and/or Social Functions (Monday – Thursday) | Fee | Deposit | ||
| 8:00 am – 4:00 pm | $175 plus tax | $250 | ||
| 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm | $275 plus tax | $250 | ||
| 9:00 am – 9:00 pm | $450 plus tax | $250 | ||
- If any event runs over the time contracted, an additional charge of $100/hr will be added.
- For all events, add $100 if alcohol is served.
- Tablecloths ($10 each plus tax) and LED projector are available to rent for use at the center. Prearranged only.
- Tables, chairs, and china are included in the rental at no charge. All items used, except tablecloths, must be cleaned and put away in their proper place.
- The Ballroom, Parlor, Trophy Room, Sunroom, Dining Room and Kitchen are included in all rentals.
- For ALL events, times include set-up, event and clean up.
The Tallahassee Garden Club now offers the option to pay for your rental using a credit card. Just use the PayPal button below to add items into your cart. A convenience fee applies to all credit card transactions.
Renters: Please also print and mail the rental contract to the Tallahassee Garden Club at 507 N. Calhoun St., Tallahassee, FL 32301, Attn: Rentals.


