Arboretum

To many, the park's Arboretum and Fragrance Garden represents a true measure of Tanglewood's natural and striking beauty. The magnificent Arboretum, nestled behind Tanglewood's historic Manor House, is a public garden. It contains diverse collections of native flora, herbs, and many other landscape materials which are planted and maintained for the education of landscape professionals, area youth and adults, as well as the enjoyment of residents and visitors of Piedmont North Carolina.

The Arboretum at Tanglewood also provides an enchanting and picturesque setting for weddings, receptions and community gatherings throughout the year. Today, the arboretum is carefully maintained by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service with assistance from the Forsyth County Master Gardeners. For more information about reserving the Arboretum for your special occasion, please contact the Tanglewood Sales Department at (336)778-6310.

Arboretum Map

Capacity 200 people
Time Periods 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Cost $450
Other Notes
  • At any given time, there are at least 75-100 different varieties of plants blooming.
  • Does not include chairs. Chairs must be rented from an outside company.
  • Arboretum has one 120V electrical outlet. Tanglewood does not provide extension cords.
  • Stone and wooden benches placed along the winding brick pathway.
  • 3 trash cans and 1 recycling bin (for bottles and cans) located throughout garden area.
  • Furniture from Manor House may not be used in the Arboretum.
  • There is no lighting in the Arboretum, so activities should end before dark.
  • All rented items must be dropped off and picked up by rental agency on the day of your event. No items may be left overnight.
  • Renter may not move, trim, pull up, etc. plants in the Arboretum. Each instance will result in an additional fee being charged.
  • No birdseed or rice are allowed. Each instance will result in an additional clean-up fee being charged.
  • There is an additional fee for tents placed in Arboretum area, and fire permits may be required.
  • If alcohol is served, renter must provide Tanglewood with a certificate of Liquor Liability Insurance.
  • You can add a carriage ride to your wedding by calling the Tanglewood Stables at (336)766-9540.
  • No rain dates are available.
  • See Park Policies for more information.

To view the Arboretum for your event, please call (336) 778-6310 or come by the Events and Marketing Office.

 

General Park Information

  • Tanglewood is open daily from 7:00 am – Sunset (except on Christmas Day).
  • Pets must be under control of their owner and kept on a leash no longer than six feet at all times. All pets must have current inoculations for rabies. Pets must be kept and never left unattended. Pet owners are responsible for their pets using the designated waste area and cleaning up after their pets at the designated area.
  • Golf, Horse Stables, Hiking Trails and Accommodations are available year-around.
  • Gardens are open year-around. Blooming seasons vary.
  • Tennis activities are available from April to November.
  • Water activities can be enjoyed from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
  • Entrance Fee:
    • $8.00 - Buses
    • $2.00 - All others
    Annual passes can be purchased at the Front Gate or Welcome Center for $25.00. Entrance fees & Annual Admission do not include Admission to Special Events.

Forsyth County Services

  • Spay, Neuter, Adopt and Love
  • Manor House Bed and Breakfast