We currently are not accepting reservations for weddings, private events and meetings, as the Doris Duke Center will be closed for construction of the Garden Gateway. You can sign up here to receive the latest news and updates about the Garden Gateway, including when reservations resume for special events.
Approved Vendors
Helping you put on the very best events at Duke Gardens.
The vendors listed below are approved or recommended for events at Sarah P. Duke Gardens, including the Doris Duke Center. These vendors have the experience critical to producing a successful event at the Gardens and to providing excellent customer service and quality products to clients of the Gardens.
All clients must utilize the approved vendors list for the services outlined. For recommended photographers, please see our list of member photographers.
Approved Vendors
Full-service Caterers
(wedding clients may select from this list only)
Lighting Company
Recommended Vendors
Floral Studios
(no vendor agreement is needed with the following recommended florists)
Event Planners
(no vendor agreement is needed with the following recommended planners)
Questions about vendors?
Please contact us at 919-668-5100 or marcia.julien@duke.edu.