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JC Raulston Arboretum at North Carolina State University

  • Address: 4415 Beryl Rd., Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Area: West Raleigh
  • Phone: 919.515.3132

About

Internationally recognized as one of the premier collections of trees and shrubs, this stunning garden displays more than 6,000 different types of plants from around the world. Stroll through numerous themed gardens, extensive plant collections and more. Free admission. Check jcra.ncsu.edu for current hours.

  • About

    Internationally recognized as one of the premier collections of trees and shrubs, this stunning garden displays more than 6,000 different types of plants from around the world. Stroll through numerous themed gardens, extensive plant collections and more. Free admission. Check jcra.ncsu.edu for current hours.

  • Amenities
    General Amenities
    • Accepts Company Checks:
    • Accepts Company Debit Cards:
    • Accepts Major Credit Cards:
    • Accessible to People with Disabilities:
    • Children Welcome:
    • Free Parking:
    • Pets Friendly:
      • No Pets
    Hotel Rates & Parking
    • Type of Parking:
      • Surface Lot
  • Events

    Winter Wonderland Landscape Watercolor Cards

    Art and Blooms: Winter Wonderland Landscape Watercolor Cards

    Nature Journaling

    Raulston Blooms

  • Meeting Facility
    Facility Info
    Meeting Rooms
    • Number of Rooms 3
    • Largest Room 1,960
    • Ceiling 30
    • Theatre Capacity 200
    • Banquet Capacity 120
    • Classroom Capacity 64
    • Reception Capacity 175
    • Description Indoor venues at the JC Raulston Arboretum bring the outdoors in for your next meeting, conference, reception, or special dinner. The JCRA offers a variety of indoor options in the Ruby C. McSwain Education Center. Party with a stunning view of our acclaimed four-season garden. Floor to ceiling windows open onto a garden terrace, making our indoor venue as delightful and memorable as our gardens. Indoor venues are available to rent seven days a week from 7:00 am to midnight (later upon request). Please reach out via email jcrarentals@ncsu.edu or call the JCRA's rental team at (919) 513-7457 if you have any questions or if you would like to set up a site visit to view the various event rental options. Looking for a specific date? Check our venue availability calendar on our website at jcra.ncsu.edu.
    • Space Notes Gardens at the JC Raulston Arboretum offer stunning settings with world-famous plant collections as a backdrop for your special event. Each outdoor event location offers its own unique ambiance and features. Outdoor garden venues are available to rent seven days a week, including holidays, from sunrise to sunset.
    • Outdoor
    • Indoor
    • Any Outside Catering Allowed
    • Band Allowed
    • Chairs Provided
    • AV Equipment
    • Kitchen Facilities
    • Tables Provided
    • Wireless in Meeting Space
    • Number of Concurrent Meeting Rooms 3
    • Meeting Space sq ft 10K – 50K
    • Meeting / Exhibit Space Sq. Ft. 31120
    10 Uncovered Garden Spaces
    Ruby McSwain Education Center (Room 105)
    • Total Sq. Ft.: 644
    • Width: 23
    • Length: 28
    • Height: 30
    • Banquet Capacity: 40
    • Classroom Capacity: 20
    • Theater Capacity: 48
    • Reception Capacity: 40
    Ruby McSwain Education Center (Room 107)
    • Total Sq. Ft.: 560
    • Width: 20
    • Length: 28
    • Height: 30
    • Banquet Capacity: 32
    • Classroom Capacity: 20
    • Theater Capacity: 46
    • Reception Capacity: 30
    Ruby McSwain Education Center (Room 109)
    • Total Sq. Ft.: 728
    • Width: 28
    • Length: 26
    • Height: 30
    • Banquet Capacity: 40
    • Classroom Capacity: 32
    • Theater Capacity: 60
    • Reception Capacity: 45
    York Auditorium (Rooms 105,107 and 109)
    • Total Sq. Ft.: 1,960
    • Width: 28
    • Length: 70
    • Height: 30
    • Banquet Capacity: 120
    • Classroom Capacity: 64
    • Theater Capacity: 200
    • Reception Capacity: 175
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434 Fayetteville St., Ste. 2600

Visitor Info Center: 500 Fayetteville St.,

  • Visitor Info Center: 500 Fayetteville St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • 1.800.849.8499