Körner’s Folly has beautiful, unique spaces to accommodate private meetings, wedding ceremonies, and performing arts productions. Due to the historic nature of the house, seated and standing capacities are limited.
Weddings, Meetings, Receptions and Parties – Rental Space at Körner’s Folly
Reception Room
The most ornate room in the house, the Reception Room was used by the Körner family to entertain guests and is ideal for small receptions, meetings, and showers. Seated capacity is 24; standing room capacity is about 60, depending on the arrangement of furniture and tables. The historic furniture cannot be moved out of the room for the rental, but can be rearranged with special event staff consultation.
Cupid’s Park Theatre
With twenty-six-foot ceilings and a stage, Cupid’s Park Theatre offers a unique entertainment venue and can accommodate 50 seated or standing guests.
Lawn
The grassy area adjacent to the main building can also be rented for an additional fee to be determined by size and nature of event. Seated or standing capacity is 200.
Other Spaces
The public restroom on the first floor will be accessible to event guests. All other rooms will be roped off or closed to the public unless express permission is granted by the Körner’s Folly Foundation prior to the event.
Rental Policies
Guided Tours of the house are negotiable, additional charges may apply.
Photography Rentals
Körner’s Folly is available for photography. Indoor or outdoor, commercial or personal, we have a variety of photography options available. Please visit our photography page for more information.
Catering & Vendors
Before booking, please note: narrow stairs and doorways make it more difficult to move equipment between floors. The Folly does not currently have a catering kitchen. All catering and food services must be approved by Körner’s Folly prior to the event. The following rules apply to Caterers & Vendors:
- No open flame (includes Sterno)
- If alcohol is served, the renter must secure their own ABC permit, either independently as an organization or through a caterer. Proof of permit must be submitted before the event.
- Live plants and florals are allowed at the discretion of Folly staff.
For more information about event rentals, including availability and pricing,
contact Suzanna Ritz, Operations & Programs Manager, at suzanna@kornersfolly.org or (336) 996-7922.