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The Cedars
What to ExpectBuilt around 1840, The Cedars is Jackson’s oldest surviving residential structure. Today, this two-acre retreat dotted with majestic cedar, oak and magnolia trees provides the perfect intimate setting for special events like weddings, receptions, parties and meetings. FRF owns and maintains The Cedars.
❋ Carterer-convenient Viking-brand KitchenOn-site food preparation & staging ensure your guests enjoy a wonderful meal
❋ Open, Flexible FloorplanEasily accommodate groups of various sizes, and split up your party for different purposes, from dancing to dining.
❋ Outdoor SpacesThe two-acre site incldues generous front and back yards that can be formatted for dance floors, seated dinners, and cocktail hours. Or, just relax un a 100-year-old tree in our Magnolia Lounge.
❋ Connect to Jackson's PastYour event joints a nearly 200-year-old history of gatherings at this historic building. The Cedars is anything but cookie-cutter and reflects the character of our region.
The Cedars can be reserved for private functions by calling (601) 622-6555, leaving a message at the Fondren Renaissance Foundation office at (601) 981-9606 or inquiring below.
You can learn more about renting The Cedars, including current pricing, by downloading the current rental agreement.,
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History of The Cedars
Longtime FRF member Robert Hauberg, Jr. shares the history of the Cedars, which was built by his great-great-grandfather in the 1830s.