Make your own history at the Polk Home
The historic Polk Home gardens are now available for private weddings and events! Design your own unique celebration in our beautiful gardens– secluded and intimate spaces in the heart of downtown Columbia.
Options
Full Gardens
Beautiful, secluded gardens in a central downtown location, ideal for weddings and events of up to 100-150 guests
Access to grounds including: fountain courtyard, boxwood garden, White Garden, and Sisters’ House Yard
Flexible, customizable layout options
Bridal Suite
Restrooms
Reserved parking spaces
Rental Fee: 2,000
Sisters' House Yard
Charming historic yard ideal for intimate weddings and events of up to 75 guests
Sisters’ House Side Yard & Porch
Reserved parking spaces
Restrooms
Rental Fee: 750
Small Gathering
Perfect spot for smaller events like birthday, retirement, and anniversary parties, or baby & bridal showers
Up to 50 guests
Sisters’ House Side Yard & porch
3 hours maximum
Rental Fee: 350