Book the farmhouse or the farm (or both!)
Elm Farm is a working flower farm and countryside gathering place near Marshfield, Missouri. We are opening up the farm to the public for small conferences, creative workshops, homeschool days, women’s gatherings, podcast recording, photo sessions, bridal prep, family celebrations, and simple seasonal events.
Elm is not a banquet hall. It has been prepared room by room for useful hospitality: coffee in the kitchen, teaching in the conference room, recording in the studio, painting in the library, quiet gathering in the lounge, food and supplies in the host room, porch sitting out front, and seasonal flower farm life outside.
July bookings are now open.
Venue Spaces
Elm Farm has been prepared so each space has a clear purpose. Guest access depends on the booking type, group size, event needs, staffing, season, and room readiness.
Welcoming
Stepping in to a new space shouldn’t be confusing. Our arrival table gives each group a clear first stop, with space for a welcome sign, event schedule, name tags, programs, workshop packets, guest information, or a simple meet and greet space.
The Coffee Bar
The farmhouse kitchen is fully stocked with coffee, tea, an ice machine, and optional additional refreshments so guests feel received before your event even begins.
The Tea Room
The tea room and built-in hutches serve as the event support room for food, supplies, products, desserts, tea service, workshop materials, or speaker resources. It also happens to be the perfect size for every little girl’s dream tea party birthday extravaganza.
The Conference Room
A large, open gathering room arranged for round-table learning, planning, training, teaching, and small conferences. White board, podium, and speakers are waiting for you to put them to good use.
The Recording Studio
A podcast and recording room for interviews, brand content, coaching videos, course material, local business media, and quiet creative production.
The Lounge
Set up with couches and comfy chairs, the lounge offers a disturbance-free room for intimate conversation, women’s gatherings, retreat breaks, bridal prep, speaker rest, or a quiet place to step aside during an event.
The Library
A creative room for paint-and-sip gatherings, art workshops, floral classes, sewing workshops, journaling circles, and friend-group self-care time.
The Front Porch
With space for sitting, waiting, coffee breaks, and photo shoots, our large covered porch is perfect for sipping coffee and listening to the rain fall on the metal roof for your seasonal porch hospitality needs.
Elm is a working farm with stewarded private areas. Guest spaces will be clearly marked for each event, and private areas are not included in bookings.
Not sure which space will best suite your needs? Check out our photo gallery and see which room will welcome your guests with open arms.
Field Access Gathering
A simple reserved farm visit for groups who value a peaceful setting, outdoor space, seasonal farm atmosphere, and restroom + kitchen access without needing a fully styled indoor setup.
Best for:
homeschool groups
book clubs
women’s groups
church groups
family gatherings
small workshops
nature days
casual celebrations
Includes:
private reserved farm time
outdoor gathering space
access to guest-ready farm areas
restroom access when available
parking area
simple self-guided use of the property
Guests bring their own food, supplies, setup, and cleanup.
Best for groups of 10–25.
Elm Hosted Gathering
A prepared farmhouse-and-farm gathering for groups who want their space arranged before arrival. This option may include coffee service, tables and chairs, a styled room setup, welcome table, conference room use, art room use, porch access, firepit setup when conditions allow, and cleanup afterward.
Best for:
workshop leaders
retreat hosts
homeschool co-op days
women’s gatherings
family celebrations
instructors
small seasonal events
Includes everything in Field Access, plus:
indoor farmhouse use
tables and chairs placed before arrival
a styled gathering area
optional farm table setup
with refreshment or sealed snack basket
and firepit setup when conditions allow
cleanup handled afterward
This is the best option when you want to bring your people to the farm without carrying every logistical detail yourself.
Best for groups of 10–40.
Photo + Content Session
A reserved session for portraits, brand photos, product photography, podcast recording, interviews, coaching videos, creative content, or seasonal farm imagery.
Best for:
photographers
small brands
makers
coaches
podcasters
author speakers
families
graduating seniors
bridal parties
and local businesses
Available scenes vary by season. Summer may include zinnias, sunflowers, garden rows, shaded lawn areas, rustic farm buildings, field views, and styled farm corners as the season shifts.
Room access depends on the booking type, group size, event needs, staffing, season, and farm staff. Some rooms may be reserved, reset, or unavailable during certain events.
What Elm is especially good for
Elm works best for meaningful gatherings that benefit from beauty, space, and a slower setting.
Groups come here to:
learn
walk
talk
create
photograph
celebrate
teach
rest
share food
gather around a table
experience a working farm in season
Elm is a good fit if you want something more natural than a meeting room, tidier than a park shelter, and simpler than a formal event venue.
Request a date
The first step toward your next gathering is asking whether Elm is a good fit for your situation. Tell us what you are hoping to host, and we’ll help you decide whether Elm can receive your group well. Reach out, we’d love to connect with you.
