Emma Creek BARN

For more information, please email emmacreekbarn@yahoo.com.

Emma Creek BARN is a beautiful solid wood barn set back in the trees in rural Kansas.


It features huge rough cut timber, Eastern white pine cut by Amish craftsmen. The concrete floor makes a perfect dance floor. It also has a full kitchen, as well as his and hers restrooms. The West side of the Barn features a covered deck facing the flowing creek, the perfect spot to watch beautiful sunsets.



A ceremony can be held indoors or outdoors, but most brides have chosen outdoors because the setting is so beautiful. Then your guests just move indoors for the reception and don't have to drive to a separate location!
Both ends of the Barn feature traditional sliding doors that can be opened so guests can mingle in and out during the event. The floor allows plenty of space for dining and dancing. We do allow alcohol with a few rules.

Inside the Barn we can fit about 200 people comfortably, up to 250 snugly. For an outdoor ceremony, space is no problem. The property features hundreds of trees, and in the warm months native grasses and flowers are everywhere.
The inside of the Barn is beautiful from every angle, with touches of red chippy old barnwood used throughout. The original hayloft door from the 1930's barn hangs up high mimicking a stained glass window shape, making a perfect focal point. Upper hayloft doors are the perfect photo op for a Bride and Groom.







The Barn is about a 3000 square foot facility and has ceilings that reach 30 feet. While it primarily serves as a wedding venue, it is also available for corporate and civic events, family reunions, anniversaries, and other events. We're centrally located, about 40 minutes from Wichita, 40 minutes from Hutchinson, 30 minutes from McPherson, and 15 minutes from Newton.




We are a Christian based business, honest and friendly. We're so excited to see couples begin their lives together!


Find us on Facebook or email emmacreekbarn@yahoo.com with questions or booking information.

8 Helpful Barn Wedding Tips

So you've decided you want a barn wedding.
And you've found the perfect location. (Emma Creek Barn in Kansas, right?)



Planning can be so fun! Here are some ideas:

- Let your guests know that it's in the country. Include something in your invitations like "wear outdoor friendly shoes". You don't want ladies teetering around on heels, hitting potholes in the yard. Or consider providing a basket of flip flops for people to slip on.

- When in Rome, do as the Romans. Or in this case - When in the country, do as the country folk! If rain happens to occur on your wedding day, celebrate it! Watch the forecast building up to your big day. If it looks like rain, have a great umbrella on hand as a photo prop!

- If the ceremony is planned for outdoors, have a back up plan. In the case of Emma Creek Barn, it's simple enough to just move the ceremony indoors, even at the last minute!

- Bathrooms. Some barns don't have facilities at all. Emma Creek Barn has 2, one for men and one for ladies. If you're anticipating 200 or more guests, it might be a decent idea to rent one or two to put on site. They can be hidden so they're not visible from the ceremony or an eyesore to guests. But if someone's gotta go, they've gotta go!

- Anticipate an outdoor environment. This seems obvious enough, but it's something that can be easily overlooked. Expect dirt. Dirt roads create dust. Brides dresses will get dirty on the bottom. A barn is not a completely pristine environment. Wind will blow leaves through the air. Flying critters may be around: sit out citronella candles to help keep mosquitoes at bay.

- Consider the comfort of the guests. If your wedding is in the middle of summer, consider bringing large fans. Provide hand held fans to guests to use during the ceremony. You can even print your wedding program on these. Provide sunglasses if needed. If cool weather is expected, have a basket full of throw blankets for the guests to snuggle under. If guests are allergic to hay, skip the hay bales.

- Think about lighting. Emma Creek Barn is beautifully lit indoors and outdoors, and shows exceptionally well at night. But you can add even more party lights, lanterns, or a chandelier if desired. The country can get very dark at night so consider supplemental lighting to help your guests get back to their cars. This could be a basket of flashlights that each person can grab as they leave. It could be a designated usher with a lantern.

- Relax! Don't stress out too much over the details. A country wedding allows for a casual atmosphere. Use sticks, tall grasses, and weeds from the yard to add to your florals. Gather wildflowers from the side of the road. Have some yard games for the guests like a vintage croquet set or bean bag toss. Embrace God's natural handiwork! Sure, you can add bits and pieces, let those be a whisper; let the rustic look do the talking. At the end of the day, as long as your married, that's the most important thing!



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Farm fresh

The beautiful "J" couple was married at Emma Creek BARN recently.
It was a perfect early summer day!
















The bride's lace dress was stunning. She wore a braid in her hair with a pretty flower tucked in.
The groom wore a classic gray suit with a coral boutonniere.
Peach roses, spots of coral, yellow daisies, orange tulips, pink peonies, mint and ivy all worked beautifully together.
The groom hand built the arbor they were married under.
It was such a beautiful day full of farm fresh classic elegance.

Classic Fall Elegance

Oh this recent wedding at Emma Creek Barn was just swoon-worthy.

We have some amazing sunsets here.






This lace dress... Love! The bride added a jeweled belt.
The flowers were flawless and perfectly Fall.


















The bride & groom had their rings tied to a book, which was passed through the congregation during the ceremony for every guest to bless and pray over.
What a beautiful touch!




Three generations of ladies.









Huge congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. K!
What a beautiful wedding. We are so blessed to be able to witness life changing events like this.