Ultimate guide to photography at the MN Landscape Arboretum
About the Landscape Arboretum
Many couples choose a MN Landscape Arboretum wedding because they love the a gorgeous sets of gardens in Chaska, MN. The University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is Arboretum offers constructed gardens and wilder prairie and forest areas. The arboretum also supports the research that has led to winter hardy varieties of Apples, grapes, and other garden favorites!
Photography locations at the Landscape Arboretum
The Arboretum has a mix of formal gardens and wilder prairie and forest areas, so there is greenery to suit any taste. The areas around the main building feature more structured gardens and paths. A short walk away are the rose garden and Japanese garden, both with paths and gorgeous spaces.
Choosing the Landscape Arboretum for your wedding ceremony
The Arboretum has a gorgeous set of options for wedding ceremonies. The outdoor spaces include the open rose garden and more secluded weeping willow areas. I’ve also seen smaller ceremonies on the attached terrace or the indoor greenhouse. For inclement weather, there are some indoor ceremony locations, but they can be limited for larger groups. Wedding ceremonies in the under the willows are a particularly spectacular way of bringing nature into your wedding.
Photography permits for the landscape arboretum
Photography is generally included if you are renting the Arboretum for your wedding or event. A separate permit is required for portrait photography, and helps ensure that spaces are available for photography. Keep in mind that multiple events can happen at the same time, like multiple weddings in different parts of the gardens or even public events in the main buildings, so checking about availability of spaces is part of the permitting process.
Looking for a photographer for your Arboretum wedding?
Finding someone familiar with the spaces can be helpful, and finding a photographer excited to share your joy is even better. Get in touch to discuss what you are looking for.
