Inside Peel Compton: Bentonville’s Most Beautiful Wedding Venues, Hidden History, and Real-World Planning Tips

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Brock is joined by Alyssa Traxon (Director of Marketing & Rentals) and Sarah Bridges (Rental Manager) with the Peel Compton Foundation to talk Bentonville’s most iconic wedding venues: Compton Gardens & Arboretum and Peel Mansion & Gardens . We cover what couples actually want to know: The Compton Gardens renovation + what makes it special Capacity, vibe, and best fit: Compton Gardens (up to ~120) vs Peel Mansion (lower price point + indoor/outdoor options) Open catering policy + alcohol/bartending rules (beer/wine vs liquor) Best photo spots + “golden hour” recommendations Common planning mistakes that create wedding-day stress (and how to avoid them) A wild “tornado wedding” story + how the team pulled off a Plan B Rapid-fire wedding opinions: first look, kids invited, garter toss (cringe?), DJ vs band, charcuterie vs passed apps, and more Want a tour? Reach them at rentals@peelcompton.org or peelcompton.org