Proposals

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For an unforgetting proposal experience, look no further than our beautifully unique Swan House Gardens!

You are welcome to propose in the gardens during museum operating hours with no additional fee so long as all guests involved have purchased admission and the proposal does not turn into a photo shoot. Extended photography beyond the proposal moment, be it with a camera or a cell phone, requires a photo shoot permit.

Since the Atlanta History Center is private property, a booked and paid for photo shoot permit is required if you are taking photos for a special occasion, be it with a professional photographer, camera, or cell phone. If you want to bring props, videographer, drone, etc., you will also need the photo permit for the proposal.  Proposals are only allowed outside, not inside the Swan House.

Availability

We require at least two weeks’ notice for scheduling, and you can book up to eight weeks in advance.

Due to the frequency of weddings here Friday through Sunday, most photography permits are issued Monday through Thursday. Photo shoots are allowed from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

On Monday mornings until about 12:00 PM and Thursdays until about 11:00 AM, there is lawn care around the Swan Garden. The grass on the column side of the Swan House may be watered between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM on Tuesday, or Wednesday. In the fall, leaves are blown every morning until about 10:00 AM. Photography is still permitted at these times as long as you are flexible with your photography location.

Swan Fountain Side Photography

Proposals and photo shoots do not have access to the cascading fountain side ceremony lawn of the Swan House Gardens. This space is exclusively reserved for booked wedding ceremonies. You can still capture gorgeous photos on the fountain side, above the stairs, on the stairs, and below the ceremony lawn.

Proposal Photo Shoot Permit

Looking to document an intimate moment with your significant other as you ask them to marry you? This delightful option is just for you!

• Private Personal Photo Shoot Permit
• up to 10 people maximum—including the couple and photographer
• 1 prop is allowed (examples: furniture, flowers, sign, marquee letters, blanket, etc.)

Pricing

• Winter — $400 — January, February
• Standard — $500 — July, August, December
• Peak — $600 — March, April, May, June, September, October, November

Premium Proposal Photo Shoot Permit

Do you have a lot of ideas on how to make this proposal memorable? Look no further than our Premium Proposal option.

• Private Personal Photo Shoot Permit
• Up to 20 people maximum — including the couple, photographer, and supporting vendors
• You may bring in live music (harpist, strings, etc.)
• Up to 20 props allowed (furniture, flowers, sign, marquee letters, blanket, etc.)
• You may bring in a floral/decorator vendor

Pricing

• Winter — $650 — January, February
• Standard — $750 — July, August, December
• Peak — $850 — March, April, May, June, September, October, November

Additional Guests and Time

Have more people you want to invite? We allow additional guests for $25 per person and more time for $200 per hour for either our standard or premium proposal option.

Sunset Photography

Any time after 5:00 PM is twice the price.

Champagne

Bubbly always makes the day just that much sweeter! Alcohol and champagne may not be brought onto property, all alcohol must come through us. You can purchase bottles of champagne for $48 including tax. Bring toasting flutes, as we do not have glassware in-house.

Please contact Amy in Private Events for booking at ablaylock@atlantahistorycenter.com or 404.814.4114.