Bissell Tree House

07/12/2024

Raise a glass to love at the Bissell Tree House! Toast to your happily ever after in our stunning treetop oasis. Cheers to love, laughter, and memories that last a lifetime! 🥂💕

Photographer: Nicole Yeager Photography

07/09/2024

Having trouble selecting a song for your first dance?
Consider these suggestions!🎼

-"Love Someone" by Lukas Graham
-"At Last" by Etta James
-"Unchained Melody" by The Righteous Brothers
-"Lover" by Taylor Swift
-”Work Song” by Hozier

Photographer: Tim Kamppinen Photography

07/06/2024

Happy International Kissing Day! 💋

Whether it's your first kiss as newlyweds or a sweet stolen moment on the back deck of the Bissell Tree House, celebrate your love today and every day!

Photographer: Haley Chicoine Photography

07/01/2024

2024 Wedding Trend Alert!❣️

Fun Entrance: Kick off your wedding festivities with flair! Set the tone with a fun entrance featuring your favorite song and creative props.

Head Table Decor : Spice up your head table by adding greenery and lights! It's a modern twist that adds natural elegance to your celebration.

Entertainment: Make lasting memories by incorporating entertainment that captivates your guests, ensuring your wedding is an unforgettable celebration of love and joy!

Photographers: Paint My Mind Photography, Patty Leonor LLC, Nicole Yeager Photography

06/28/2024

Are you an animal enthusiast aiming to create an unforgettable wedding experience for your guests?

Enhance your special night with a meet-and-greet featuring two animals from our ambassador program! 🦥🦉

Photographers: Emma Vanderveen Photography, Humbly Hewn Photography

06/25/2024

Looking to combine your ceremony and venue in one stunning location? Look no further! The scenic back deck of the Bissell Tree House ensures a truly unforgettable ceremony. 💖

Photographers (left to right):
Liv Lyszyk Photography
Sedona Marie Photo
Rachel Gabrielle Photography

06/21/2024

Wedding Reminders! 💍

1. Don’t forget to finalize your guest list.

2. Confirm your vendors and timelines to ensure everything runs smoothly on your big day.

3. Take time to relax and enjoy this special time with your loved ones.

Photographer: Haley Chicoine Photography

06/18/2024

RendeZoo 2024 was a success! 🎊

The Bissell Tree House welcomed hundreds of guests gathered to support John Ball Zoo and its mission to save wildlife and wild places. Whether RendeZoo guests wanted to grab a cocktail, enjoy a delicious snack, or interact with an ambassador animal, the Bissell Tree House was the place to be! ✨

06/13/2024

Love blooms in the summer sun at the Bissell Tree House! 🌼

Photographer: Humbly Hewn Photography

06/11/2024

✨ Wedding Tip of the Month ✨

Start wedding preparations early in order to have your ideal venue, vendors, and dates!

We have a variety of recommended vendors:

Event Rentals - Alpine Events, Dads Tent & Party Rentals, Special Occasions

Transportation - Affordable Limo

Coffee & Confections - Loves Ice Cream & Chocolate, Grand Rapids Popcorn, Clique Espresso, Dreamscape Desserts, Nothing Bundt Cakes

Day-Of Coordinator - Complete Weddings & Events

DJs & Photo Booths - JM Katz Entertainment, Moments in Time DJ, Smitten Booth, That Booth

Photographer - Coastline Studios, Tiberius Images

Florists - Events by Icandy, Eastern Floral

Photographer: Patty Leonor

06/06/2024

Discover the perfect backdrop for your next corporate event! The Bissell Tree House offers sophistication and functionality, making it the ideal space for any business gathering.

06/03/2024

Happy Pride! Bissell Tree House is a wedding venue for all. We strive to support diversity, inclusion, and equality for all of our guests and staff. 🏳️‍🌈

We love you. Pride is for everyone! 💜

Photography: Hailie Tebo Photography, AJ Stegall Photography, Rachel Skye Photo

05/30/2024

Did you hear?! We were voted the best wedding venue in Grand Rapids by the Grand Rapids Magazine. ✨

We strive to give our guests the best possible experience for their wedding, graduation, or any other special occasion. Thank you to everyone who voted for the Bissell Treehouse!

Photography: August Nyson Creative, Paint My Mind Photography, Haley Chicoine Photography

12/21/2022

Hidden amongst the trees looking out over the Grand Rapids' skyline is the perfect venue for your company's holiday celebration. The floor-to-ceiling windows and biophilic design allow you to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the warmth of being inside.

For information about renting the Bissell Tree House, visit https://jbzoo.org/rentals-and-parties/
Photos by Hetler Photography LLC

10/17/2022

Just when we thought the green, lush views at the Tree House hit their peak, fall came in to work its magic!✨

While the whole Zoo is bursting with color, the most striking views are right here by the Bissell Tree House. Fall weddings, anyone? ✋🏼

05/18/2022

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04/19/2022

03/17/2022

Happy Saint Patrick's Day!🍀

We also love our green! At the Bissell Tree House, we strive to make each event as eco-friendly as possible, including being plastic bottle free and using compostable products!

Tiberius Images

03/10/2022

We have a rare Friday open for your summer event at the Tree House!

Contact us to book Friday, June 10th, 2022 and mention this post to receive 10% off your rental fee!

02/14/2022

The Bissell Tree House prides ourselves on making every event feel like one in a chameleon!

Make our hearts roar this Valentine's Day and share some of your favorite Zoo or Tree House photos with you and your loved ones below!

Slugs and Kisses 😘

Lindsay Elaine Photography LLC

02/02/2022

Six more weeks of winter doesn't look so bad!

11/05/2021

Spectacular fall views from the Tree House! 🍁

06/10/2021

Joel Sartore, Photographer Stopped by the Bissell Tree House to share the importance of AZA Accredited Zoos!

Did you know? Every penny spent on your special event at the Tree House goes right back in to supporting the care and conservation of our animals!