Thank you so much for your interest in renting Fred Heutte Garden. All rentals include the historic Terminal Building (ca.1888) and the entire grounds. The grounds are public park space so you may see friendly people wandering by during your event. The building will be private for your event.

Please call or email us if you have any questions not answered below.

General Questions Answered

Our rental rates are based on the number of hours needed, either up to five hours or 5-9 hours.

Rental times include preparation, decorating, set-up, breakdown and clean-up.

Weather in South Hampton Roads is very changeable. If planning an outdoor event, have a plan for moving inside if the weather turns bad. Professional event tents may be placed on the property the day before an event, and removed the day after.

The Garden does not provide decorator, florist, catering, or event planning services. We do not require that you use a specific caterer or event planner.

Use of the catering kitchen is included in your rental fee. The catering kitchen includes a commercial sink, refrigerator, several stainless steel prep tables and a stainless steel rolling cart. There is no cooking equipment. An exterior door leads to the kitchen and makes it easy for caterers and events planners to move food and equipment to the kitchen.

Music

The Garden is located in the middle of a residential area. Amplified music is not permitted outside at any time.

Alcoholic Beverages

If you plan to sell alcoholic beverages, consult the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control office at 1103 South Military Highway in Chesapeake, Virginia, telephone (757)-424-6700 to obtain the proper license if required. Applications are accepted online at the link above. The license you (or your event planner or caterer) receive must be available for inspection during your event at the Fred Heutte Center. Events that do not sell alcohol do not require a license.

Furniture, Tents, Additional Equipment

The Garden has approximately 70 chairs and 16 6-foot long rectangular tables for use. We also have some cocktail tables. Additional items such as tents, more tables and chairs, outdoor dance floors, etc. must be provided or rented at your expense. Set up and break down times are included in the rental times. Often a tent is delivered and set up the day before your event. You must coordinate this with Fred Heutte Garden.

Access

Keys and security codes are not issued to renters. The Terminal Building is opened upon the rental access time and closed at the rental end time.