By Kalli Jo Smith
Historic Taylor Barn—Lawrence, KS
Built in 1879, the Historic Taylor Barn is a uniquely constructed limestone venue that offers the perfect mix of rustic and chic for your Kansas wedding.
The barn sits on an actual farm, so finding tons of beautiful acres for photos will never be a problem here.
The facility also offers access to its historic home for bridal parties, which is perfect for an elegant and intimate occasion.
Price
Low: $2,950
High: $4,650
Amenities/Features
Brunch Package
Cost: $2,950
- Banquet style tables, white chairs, and black or white linens for up to 150 guests
- Indoor and outdoor bar
- Galvanized wash tubs for drinks
- Drink containers for water, tea, or lemonade served on vintage wooden ironing boards
- Raised pie or dessert serving trays
- Table for the cake with floor length linen
- Access any time before the event to plan and take photos
- Use of the barn during the week for the wedding rehearsal
- Access the day before the event for decorating
- Use of the barn, porch, and terrace for ceremony and brunch
- Use of our historic home for the bridal party
- Parking attendants on the day of the event
Weekend Package
Cost: $4,650
- Includes everything in the Brunch Package
- Outdoor lighting across trees and terrace
- Outdoor lighting across porch
- Use of fire pit if weather is permitting
- Access the day after the event for clean-up
For more information: https://www.historictaylorbarn.com.
Photography: Studio Chyree Photography.
Thompson Barn—Lenexa, Kansas
The Thompson Barn is another barn venue with a beautiful brick exterior that offers the perfect vintage vibe for wedding pictures.
However, with a recently remodeled interior and updated sound system, the barn also meets modern standards, enabling the bride and groom to host the perfect party.
Price
Low: $400
High: $2,400
Amenities/Features
- Intimate space that seats a maximum of 200 guests
- Indoor and outdoor ceremony/reception combination
- Vintage barn look, but updated venue with sound system
- Couples receive full access to entire facility including main hall, private meeting rooms, outdoor patio, and glass foyer
For more information: https://www.lenexa.com/thompson_barn.
Photography: Bailey Pianalto Photography.
The Barn at Riverbend—Kansas City, Missouri
Although this venue is placed on the Missouri side of Kansas City, this gorgeous barn venue sits just 3 miles from the Kansas border.
With its beautiful white exterior and gorgeous dark wooden glass doors, the Barn at Riverbend offers brides the opportunity for gorgeous photo shoots.
The barn also offers access to everything a bride and groom need on their special day with a Bridal loft and Groom’s Cabin for privacy, and an outdoor bar and fire pit for a fun-filled reception.
Price
Low: Starting at $5,250 Fridays and Sundays
High: Starting at $5,750 on Saturdays
Amenities/Features
- Accommodates up to 200 guests
- Hillside ceremony + barn reception
- Handcrafted farm tables + benches + crossback chairs
- 1,250 sq. ft. heated + air conditioned barn
- 2,200 sq. ft. open air barn addition + covered patios
- 10:00 a.m. venue access for decoration and prep
- Bridal loft and Groom’s cabin
- Open catering policy + catering prep space
- Outdoor bar + fire pit
For more information: www.thebarnatriverbend.com.
Photography (from top): Sarah Dean Photography; Meghan Savage Photography.