Vendors we recommend
We have created a list of preferred vendors through years of experience. Guests are not required to contract with our vendors but The Brenton Arboretum guests receive excellent service and competitive pricing from all of our partners.
Please feel free to contact our Rental Coordinator, Laura for more vendors recommendations.
If you are a vendor and would like to be added to our preferred vendor list please contact our Rental Coordinator, Laura Myers Hooten at Rentals@TheBrentonArboretum.org.
Tent, tables, etc. Rental Companies ▼
Kempker’s Hardware https://kempkerstruevalue.com/
Celebrations https://www.celebrationsames.com/
Metro Rental https://www.rentaliowa.com/
Caterers ▼
Baker’s Pantry https://thebakerspantry.biz/
Tangerine https://www.tangerinefoodco.com/
Country Club Market- Chef Terrie Kohl https://www.countryclubmkt.com/
DJs ▼
The Wedding DJ https://theweddingdjiowa.net/
Local Accommodations▼
- Airbnb: “We Brought A Church” Owner Karmen Weddle
- AIR BNB: “Steel Away” Owner Karmen Weddle
- AIR BNB: “Maple Street Hideaway” Owner Susan Moran
- AIR BNB: ” Maggie’s Place” Owner Susan Moran
- Hilton Garden Inn: 205 S 64th ST West Des Moines, IA Fay.Sullivan2@hilton.com
Florist▼
Wildflower Factory https://www.thewildflowerfactory.com/
Adel Flowers and Gifts https://www.adelflowers.com/
Bartender▼
Your Private Bar https://yourprivatebar.com/
Apres Bar Co https://www.apresbarco.com/
Unique decorations, vintage rental items▼
Board and Batten Gift Store https://www.boardandbatten.net/
The Traveling Basket https://www.thetravelingbasket.com/
Photographer▼
Dee Dee Miller Photography https://deedeemillerphotography.shootproof.com/
Lindsey Willis Photography https://lindsey-willis.com/