Private Rentals
The Newton Arboretum currently offers two facility rental options:
● The Krumm Horticultural Learning Center
● The Betty Allen Gazebo
Each can be rented individually or combined as a package rental.
CALL 641-791-3021 FOR RESERVATIONS TODAY!
The Krumm Horticultural Learning Center
Looking for a memorable location to celebrate life events? The Newton Arboretum & Botanical Gardens’ beautiful Krumm Center is your solution! The Krumm Center is the ideal place to hold weddings and receptions, graduations, reunions, baby showers, office parties, meetings, and more! Reserve the Krumm Center today!!
Our conveniently located facility has modern amenities including a full kitchen, ADA compliant restrooms, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and a stunning view of the arboretum grounds. Great room measures approximately 40 ft x 35 ft.




Renters have access to:
- (six) – 8 ft rectangular tables
- (12) – 6 ft rectangular tables
- Chairs for 70 (Building capacity is 105)
- Podium/Lectern
- 60″ Smart TV with DVD player
2023 Krumm Center Rental Fees
Monday – Thursday
All day (8:00 AM to midnight): $150
Half day: $100 (5 hours)
*Peak — Friday, Saturday, Sunday (May – September) and all Holidays
8:00 AM to midnight: $350
*Off Peak — Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (October – April)
8:00 AM to midnight: $250
*Please note weekend rentals (Friday/Saturday/Sunday/Holidays) are only available as all day rentals.
A $100.00 non-refundable deposit for the Krumm Center is due at reservation. The deposit will be applied to the total rental fees.
The Betty Allen Gazebo
Beautifully landscaped the gazebo offers an enchanting setting for your outdoor wedding ceremony! Rent the Betty Allen Gazebo and Krumm Center together for the perfect wedding combination! The gazebo is also available as a stand alone rental.
2023 Betty Allen Gazebo Rental Fee
(May – September)
All day: $150
*A $100.00 non-refundable deposit for the Gazebo is due at reservation. The deposit will be applied to the total rental fees.




