Sherman Library & Gardens is a botanical wonderland. Here you are surrounded with foliage of all kinds, from the spiny cacti of desert regions to the most exotic flowers of tropical climates. The 2.2 acres of immaculate gardens, patios and conservatories are linked by wide brick walkways, beds blooming with seasonal flowers and bubbling tile fountains.
A wisteria covered arbor on the Tea Garden Patio provides a sublime location for ceremonies. Baskets of begonias or seasonal fuchsias hang overhead. Since flowers of all hues will be in bloom year-round, any bridal color scheme will find a perfect match. The adjacent Pepper Tree Patio, shaded by a large and delicate-leafed pepper tree, is a lovely spot for serving beverages and hors d’oeuvres or for a small ceremony of 50 people or less.
For indoor receptions, Sherman Gardens offers the Central Patio Room, a vintage space of early California architecture with gray wood beams and skylights. A hand-painted Brazilian tile mural covers the wall above a large white brick fireplace and terra cotta tiled floors. On warm evenings, you can open the french doors that line two sides and let your party overflow onto the covered terrace. It’s not surprising the Sherman Gardens has become a sought-after location for weddings: even those with their own green thumb will be impressed with this little piece of paradise.
Hours: 4:30pm – 10:00pm
Capacity: 175
Catering (optional) : $140 per person