Duke Gardens is a perfect location to capture the special moments in your life.
Photographers (including amateur photographers) and their clients who intend to use Duke Gardens as the location for their photoshoots must apply for a permit and pay a permit fee. The permit is valid for any photo shoot including but not limited to a wedding, engagement, maternity, family, birthday, quinceañera, and senior photos. Wondering if you need a permit?
To request a permit, complete the application form and select a photo session date and time. After you submit the form, someone from the special events team will contact you about your request and take payment. Your permit request is not confirmed until payment has been made. Please note that our photography policies apply to all sessions.
¡Celebra la quinceañera con una sesión de fotos en el jardín! Solicita un permiso para tomar fotos aquí.
For more information about videography, filming and commercial photography, please click here.
Weekday (Mon.-Fri.)
Daytime
Photo shoots that occur between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
- $100: 1-5 people
- $200: 6-10 people; 10 people is the maximum allowed.
Golden Hour
Photo shoots that occur between 8 and 10 a.m. and after 3 p.m.
- $150: 1-5 people
- $250: 6-10 people; 10 people is the maximum allowed.
Weekend (Sat.-Sun.)
Daytime
Photo shoots that occur between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
- $150: 1-5 people
- $250: 6-10 people; 10 people is the maximum allowed.
Golden Hour
Photo shoots that occur between 8 and 10 a.m. and after 3 p.m.
- $200: 1-5 people
- $300: 6-10 people; 10 people is the maximum allowed.
Questions about photography permits?
Please contact us at 919-668-5679 or emma.livingston@duke.edu.
Feature photo by Dream Productions NC.