Hours of Operation
- Rental times (up to 8 hours) can start as early as 8:00 AM CST. All events must end no later than 11:00 PM CST, leaving the last hour for clean-up.
- Venue visits are shown by appointments. Please do not visit on weekends.
Tables, Chairs, & Benches
- Tables & chairs are set for your event. Venues tables and chairs are not to be used on the lawn. Floor plans cannot be changed. Please do not move tables and chairs. No guest seating in the front foyer. Antique furniture may not be used for events. Rental chairs may not be used inside the venue. For safety, doors cannot be blocked by tables or chairs.
- The venue’s tables and chairs may not be used outdoors. Rental chairs that have been used on the lawn may not be used inside the venue.
- Two Rivers Mansion only: Park benches at Two Rivers Mansion are stored on the south side of the mansion. The renter must set up and restack the benches. There are thirty (30) and this gives guest seating for 120. Benches may not be used on the back veranda.
Alcohol & Food Service
- Alcoholic beverages may not be sold.
- Food may not be served from the antique furniture.
- No guest seating on the upper level.
- No chocolate or drink fountains.
- A bartender with a valid Tennessee Alcohol and Beverage Commission (TABC) permit must serve all alcohol from a stationary bar and must be always present. The bartender must be supplied by a catering company or professional bartending service.
- No beer kegs are allowed.
- Champagne or other beverage fountains are not allowed.
- Individual guests may not bring alcohol onto the premises, and may not leave the premises with poured beverages.
- Alcohol may only be served during specified hours, not during setup time, clean up time or during the wedding rehearsal time.
- The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Metro Parks, and The Friends of Two Rivers assumes no liability for the actions of individuals as a result of serving alcohol. The holder of the event is solely responsible for the actions of all guests.
- We reserve the right to call for police assistance if necessary.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The Friends of Two Rivers provides services without discriminating on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital, family, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or citizenship status.