Auditorium and Sharp Program Shelter
The pastoral landscapes and vistas stretching across the rolling hills of the University of Tennessee Arboretum can create a picturesque setting for your program, meeting, workshop, or family event. Our auditorium features nearly 1,600 square feet of open floor space, a beautiful stone fireplace, and exposed Douglas fir roof beams, creating a rustic park-like experience. The building also has a small kitchen, restroom facilities, and an outdoor terrace area. Electricity, wireless communications, whiteboard/projection screen, and parking accommodations for approximately 75 cars are available at the site.
- 1600 square foot floor plan
- Indoor wood burning fireplace – wood provided
- Outdoor wood burning fireplace on large adjacent terrace – wood provided
- Catering kitchen with refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher and microwave
- Lighted parking for 75 cars
- Seating for 120 theatre style and 80 at tables depending on set up selected
- ADA accessible
- Wi-Fi
- Built in white board and projection screens
- Sound system with lavaliere, handheld and tabletop mic available
- Projection cart includes projector, laptop and speakers
Regular Event Rentals
Monday-Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. except for University of Tennessee holidays, administrative closings, and internal scheduled field days or workshops. Sunday rentals are not available.
Rental Rates
Please contact Michelle Campanis, Education Coordinator, at mcampani@utk.edu or 865-483-7277 for current rental rates:
- Auditorium One-half Day (4 hours)
- Auditorium Full Day (9 hours)
- Sharp Program Shelter Only (Call for rates and availability: 865-483-7277
- 50 percent deposit of rental rate is required at time of booking.
- 10 percent discount for currently enrolled University of Tennessee students or faculty and staff.
- 15 percent discount for UT Arboretum Society Members.
Book Your Event Here By Contacting Michelle Campanis at mcampani@utk.edu
The pastoral landscapes and vistas stretching across the rolling hills of the University of Tennessee Arboretum can create a picturesque setting for your program, meeting, workshop, or family event. Our auditorium features nearly 1,600 square feet of open floor space, a beautiful stone fireplace, and exposed Douglas fir roof beams, creating a rustic park-like experience. The building also has a small kitchen, accessible restroom facilities, and an outdoor terrace area with an additional fireplace. Electricity, wireless communications, whiteboard/projection screen, projector, and parking accommodations for approximately 75 cars are available at the site. Accessible parking is available.
More Information For Set-up Options Below
Contact: Michelle Campanis at mcampani@utk.edu or (865)483-7277.
