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American Horticultural Society’s River Farm

A garden path bordered by lush green bushes and colorful flowering plants leads to a closed white gate, with tall trees and dense greenery in the background.
A large white house with dormer windows and a covered porch, surrounded by a garden full of blooming flowers and green shrubs under a clear blue sky.
A large, white, two-story house with a wraparound porch is surrounded by green bushes, trees, and well-kept lawns under a partly cloudy sky.
Elegant wedding reception setup under a white tent with chandeliers, round tables with white tablecloths, flower centerpieces, and place settings. Natural light filters through clear side panels.
Elegant outdoor event under a white draped tent with chandeliers, decorated navy blue tables, wooden chairs, and lush greenery visible outside. Two people arrange items on the tables.
A large white colonial-style house with a gray roof sits under a blue sky with scattered clouds, surrounded by green lawn, colorful flowers, and lush trees.
Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with rows of chairs facing a garden archway made of brick columns and greenery, surrounded by lush plants and flowers. The aisle is decorated with floral arrangements.
A bride and groom stand embracing under a large, sunlit tree in a garden, with greenery around them and sunlight filtering through the branches, creating a romantic and peaceful atmosphere.
A charming cottage with a curved roof sits amid lush greenery and blooming flowers, with a garden bench nearby and sunlight streaming through overhanging tree branches.
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Originally part of George Washington’s farmlands and now headquarters of the American Horticultural Society, historic River Farm is nestled on 25 acres of lush gardens and woods overlooking the Potomac River, just four miles south of Old Town Alexandria.  Tucked conveniently close to the Washington, D.C. metro area with free on-site parking, River Farm serves as an ideal location for weddings, social events, birthday parties, business or health and wellness retreats, corporate reception, product launch, or business meeting, any time of the year. The manor-style house, formal and informal gardens, captivating views of the Potomac and sprawling lawns offer endless options for your creativity in planning a memorable event.

Patio: Our spacious slate patio overlooks the Potomac River and is canopied April through November. Our new regal tents feature retractable side walls with Palladium windows, crystal chandeliers, perimeter bistro lights, and a billowy ceiling liner to create an elegant outdoor setting.

Capacity: Main tent accommodates 160 guests seated at tables or 260 guests seated theater-style; Identical seamless extension tent increases capacity to 240 guests seated at tables or 400 guests seated theater-style.
Ballroom: Great space for small meetings and events, our classic Ballroom with hardwood floor and crystal chandelier holds 50 guests seated at tables or 80 guests seated theater-style. 
Front Parlor: Ideal for smaller meetings and events, our parlor is a welcoming and comfortably elegant space for up to 25 guests. The Parlor features a spectacular picture window view of the gardens and Potomac River.