Photography at Ravenswood Mansion

outdoor Photo Policy

Open to the public

Ravenswood Mansion is located in Smith Park, which is a public park owned and maintained by the City of Brentwood. As such, anyone is welcome to come to our park and shoot on the grounds and around the outside of the mansion anytime during park hours. The park is open dawn until dusk.

closed for private events

However, if a private event has been booked, photography is NOT allowed in the areas immediately surrounding the house. The map below outlines our private event boundaries. The photos below are examples of the approved areas for photos during events. Please check our calendar prior to your session.

Approved Photo areas during private events

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The Original Driveway

Located to the east of the mansion (to the right when driving past the mansion on the main driveway). Park in the barn parking lot for closest access.

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The Barn Field

Directly adjacent to the barn (to the left of the original driveway); use the barn parking lot for closest access.

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The West Hills

Located behind the mansion. Drive past the mansion for parking. The small brick cabins near the west hills are NOT open to the public during private events.

Map of private event boundaries

Questions?

For use of the inside of our historic mansion, see our indoor photo policy for rates.

If you have more questions, are interested in filming in our historic mansion, or are ready to book an hourly session, please contact us and we will be happy to assist you further.