Rent & Reserve
at Compton Gardens & Arboretum
Just steps from the Bentonville Square, Compton Gardens & Arboretum is a peaceful greenspace in the heart of downtown. Featuring a beautifully renovated mid-century modern home—once the residence of Dr. Neil Compton—this venue provides a calm, nature-inspired backdrop for weddings, corporate meetings, retreats, receptions, workshops, and community events.
With flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, customizable layouts, and easy access to trails and parking, Compton Gardens is one of Bentonville’s most versatile event venues.
For questions or availability, please contact our rental managers at
(479) 254-3870 or rentals@peelcompton.org
The Garden Room & Terrace
Garden Room Capacity: 80 – 120 guests
Terrace Capacity: 35 seated guests & 45 standing guests
The Garden Room & Terrace provide a seamless indoor–outdoor venue perfect for weddings, receptions, corporate events, workshops, and community gatherings. The newly renovated Garden Room features mid-century modern design with warm wood accents, natural light, and views of the surrounding arboretum. Just outside, the adjoining Terrace offers a relaxed open-air setting ideal for cocktail hours, breakout sessions, or intimate ceremonies.
Features Include: A welcoming lobby, catering kitchen, direct access to garden pathways, and customizable room arrangements that accommodate both formal and casual events.
Boardrooms
Large Boardroom Capacity: Accommodates up to 12 guests
Small Boardroom Capacity: Accommodates 6 guests
Compton Gardens offers two modern boardrooms designed for productive, professional gatherings in a calm, nature-inspired setting. These rooms are ideal for corporate meetings, planning sessions, retreats, interviews, workshops, and small group work that benefits from a quiet, focused environment.
Both boardrooms feature built-in technology—including a large screen TV, ideation boards, a conference call phone system, and a podium—and are conveniently located near the lobby and restrooms for easy access throughout your event.
HOURS OF ACCESS
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- Rentals may begin no earlier than 8am and breakdown must be concluded by midnight. Your rental period must be within this window.
- The Gardens & Arboretum trails remain open to the public.
- The Exhibit Room may be closed to the public during some private rentals.
Food & Drink
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- We have an open catering policy. You may bring your own food & drink or hire a vendor licensed in the state of Arkansas.
- Alcohol must be served by a licensed and certified bartender.
Catering Kitchen
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- Refrigerator
- Hot holding cabinet
- Ice machine
- Handwashing sink
- Private entrance
AV Equipment
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- WiFi
- Wireless microphone
- Overhead speakers
- Podium
- Large screen television