We don't throw stones at glass houses, we have parties in them! Here is our round-up of the most glorious greenhouse venues in the USA.
1. VENUE: Barr Mansion LOCATION: Texas
THE REPORT: Between the Artisan ballroom's 40-foot tall walls of glass, lush rose gardens and a Gingerbread wrap-around porch, you have multiple venue options to choose from for weddings, corporate events or anniversary/birthday parties. Photography. Taylor Lord Photography
2. VENUE:The Franklin Park Conservatory LOCATION: Columbus, Ohio
THE REPORT: Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens have versatile venue options including the historic John F. Wolfe Palm House with soaring glass ceilings and indoor tropical gardens, the contemporary Veridian that opens to the picturesque Brides Garden, or the Grand Atrium! Photo. DiBlasio Photography
4. VENUE: The Jewel Box Greenhouse LOCATION: St. Louis, Missouri
THE REPORT. This historic glass greenhouse is in the middle of Forest Park (a huge park that is almost twice as large as Central Park in NYC). The Jewel Box is surrounded by hundreds of flowers and these permanent floral displays are supplemented with seasonal flowers! Regular booking for the Jewel Box for a wedding ceremony is $1000 and reservations can be made up to two years prior to the date being requested. Photography: Phil Camp
4. VENUE:The Indianapolis Artsgarden,
THE REPORT: Situated in the heart of downtown Indianapolis sits a sleek glass and steel icon for the city, the Artsgarden is a seven-story tall, glass-enclosed structure that will make an unforgettable experience for you and your guests. Photography: Nathaniel Edmunds
5. VENUE: The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House LOCATION: Missouri
THE REPORT: This iconic 8,000 sq. ft. gleaming glass Butterfly Conservatory creates a truly stunning backdrop for events. Guests can visit the glass conservatory, home to 1,500 tropical butterflies in free flight, and the indoor exhibit hall where a fascinating variety of insect species from around the globe are sure to captivate all audiences. Dinner is served on the glistening Emerson Lakeside Terrace and as dusk turns to evening the garden transforms into a twinkling wonderland of lighted statuary and torch-lined walkways.
6. VENUE:Historic Shady Lane LOCATION: Manchester, Pennsylvania
THE REPORT: Step into a world of gorgeous views, breathtaking gardens, and lush landscapes at Historic Shady Lane. Nestled within the century-old property are endless ceremony site options available for your selection. A circular rose garden behind the main house is perfect for an intimate ceremony as well as the stone terrace in front of the greenhouse. Photos By:Lauren Fair Photography Via: Ruffled Blog
7. VENUE:Thorncrown Chapel LOCATION: Eureka Springs, Arkansas
THE REPORT: Nestled in the Ozark Mountains near Eureka Springs, Arkansas you will walk down a wooded trail, move around a curve and there stands a majestic glass chapel and woodland sanctuary. 48 feet tall with 425 windows and over 6,000 square feet of glass, it has won numerous architectural awards such as the American Institute of Architecture's Design of the Year.
