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Choose a wedding venue full of character, historic charm, and gorgeous scenery at Living History Farms in Urbandale, IA. Set in the 1876 Town of Walnut Hill, the Prairie Gothic-style Church of the Land is perfect for an intimate ceremony, while the Flynn Barn, built in 1870 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, makes a lovely backdrop for a rustic wedding. The Great Hall of the Visitor Center offers a unique space with exposed beams, skylights, brick, inlaid wood, and French doors that open to a stone courtyard surrounded by evergreen trees. Or explore some of Living History Farms' available outdoor spaces, such as the Walnut Hill gazebo, the front porch of the Victorian Flynn Mansion, or scenic wooded areas located throughout the grounds of the museum. LHF can accommodate 130-160 seated guests, depending on the venue, and the rental fee includes complimentary set up and tear down of tables and chairs, and free parking for you and your guests.

Living History Farms is an outdoor history museum located at 11121 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322. There are nearby hotels and restaurants, and the museum is easily accessible off of the combined Interstate 35/80. (Exit 125 off of Interstate 80.)

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$800

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$800

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$800

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$800

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Barn
Farm/Ranch
Historic Building
Museum

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Clean Up

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

Reviews of Living History Farms

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4.3 out of 5 rating
4.3 out of 5 rating
11 reviews
85% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.3 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.3 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.4 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    3.8 out of 5 rating
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April S. Sent on 10/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Beautiful!!

Kara was absolutely awesome! She went over and above. The church was decorated absolutely beautifully by my now date-in-law. The Historic Barn was so beautiful! It is a little walk to the bathroom, but as long as you have a light, it’s not so bad. We came from Michigan and it was such a beautiful ceremony and reception.
J
Jenifer Sent on 12/23/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Jenifer, Bride

Evan was very easy to work with and always would make sure my questions got answered. They were very helpful and the location was beautiful. Highly recommend this location for a wedding.
G
Giselle Sent on 05/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Everyone I came in contact with was very helpful. Evan was great at answering questions. We rented the church only for an April wedding. There was a mixup with our officiant during rehearsal and the staff member provided an alternate rehearsal time to help us. She went above and beyond. The pictures were fantastic and the prices were very reasonable.

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Living History Farms frequently asked questions

Living History Farms includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Living History Farms for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Historic Building
  • Museum
Living History Farms offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Living History Farms offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Living History Farms offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
Living History Farms is recommended by 85% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.3 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.5 in professionalism, 4.4 in value, 4.3 in quality of service, 4.3 in average response time and 3.8 in flexibility.

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