Plan Your Event
Experience a day at our beautiful environmental campus, nestled in the forests and wetlands of Piscataway Park. Find yourself in a rustic and cozy private space in our historic barn, overlooking the Potomac River from our gardens, or host your private event in our state-of-the-art “Living Building”. The rolling hills and sweeping forests provide breathtaking, scenic locations that feel a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Our Rental Spaces
The Alice Ferguson Foundation offers a number of rental options on its environmental education campus in Accokeek, Maryland. With views of Mount Vernon across the Potomac River and up river to Washington, D.C., this bucolic setting is just a few miles south of Washington DC, right here in Maryland’s Prince George’s County.
Garden
Accommodates up to 100 guests
Barn
Accommodates 36-60 guests
Pavilion
Accommodates 30-80 guests
Living Building
Accommodates 48-80 guests
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Pricing
Your rental fee pays for the use of the space only. We can provide a limited selection of tables and chairs for a small additional fee. Tables, chairs, tents, linens and other supplies can be rented by catering companies or any other rental companies. Tables and chairs used in our education building must have rubber or wooden feet in order to prevent scratching.
Meetings & Small Events – $175/hour (min. 3 hours)
- Maximum 30 guests
- Additional fees for staffing, tables, chairs and parking
Weddings & Large Events – $3,000
- Gardens can accommodate up to 150 guests
- Environmental Center can accommodate up to 60 guests (depending on seating and layout)
- Includes portable restrooms (basic, upgrades available)
- Includes Rehearsal date (up 2 hours)
- Additional fees for staffing, tables, chairs and parking
Rates for staffing, tables, chairs, and upgraded portable restrooms available upon request
Rental FAQs
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Deposits & Cancellation Policy
A deposit totaling 50% of the rental fee along with a signed rental agreement is required to hold your reserved date. The deposit is credited to the total balance due for the rental, and is non-refundable should a cancellation occur with less than a 30 day notice.
Where can I find vendors?
Alice Ferguson Foundation will provide a comprehensive vendor list to assist you with sourcing caterers, entertainment and supplies for your event.
Are there any decor restrictions?
We prohibit the use of open flames (including sternos), balloons, or decor affixed to the walls of the buildings. We also strongly encourage the use recyclable and compostable decor and catering whenever possible.
Smoking
Smoking is prohibited everywhere on our property.
School Groups/Education Programs: Reservations for field experiences are available for public and private school groups. Click here for more program Information.