The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens

The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens A four-season event center perfect for hosting wedding receptions, corporate meetings, and community Then walk to The Barn and start the party!

The secluded beauty of the botanical gardens and arboretum at Hornbaker Gardens is now available as the site for your wedding. Say “I do” on the manicured meadow, overlooking the pond, surrounded by nature’s beauty. This new facility was designed with your wedding in mind. Rustic on the outside, but elegant on the inside, it features lots of glass looking out onto the gardens, along with a bride’s

room, groom’s room, modern bathrooms and a large kitchen. Heating and air conditioning guarantee that you and your guests will dine and celebrate in comfort. The large, covered patio provides a place to start the party with drinks and hors d’oeuvres, and to step outside later and enjoy the evening air. Photo opportunities abound in the unique setting that is Hornbaker Gardens. Your photographer, as well as your friends and family, will have a field day with their cameras. The gardens, The Barn, and our staff are here to make your wedding day as perfect and beautiful as possible. Start your dream wedding by calling us at 815-659-3282.

A chilly night, a warm love, and a sky full of stars-our winter fairytale 🤍❄️✨📸 By Tanner's Captures #
01/26/2025

A chilly night, a warm love, and a sky full of stars-our winter fairytale 🤍❄️✨

📸 By Tanner's Captures
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🎆The perfect end to the perfect night 🎆We LOVE a good sparkler exit but we might LOVE the photos more 🤩📸 Dan Reynolds Ph...
01/25/2025

🎆The perfect end to the perfect night 🎆

We LOVE a good sparkler exit but we might LOVE the photos more 🤩

📸 Dan Reynolds Photography

No plans for Valentine's day? Come join us! The Magi Baby Chest is excited to announce that we are hosting our first eve...
01/24/2025

No plans for Valentine's day? Come join us!

The Magi Baby Chest is excited to announce that we are hosting our first ever Valentine Magi Gala on Saturday February 15th here at the Barn at Hornbaker Gardens!

Tired of crowded restaurants on Valentine’s Day? 🌹 Come with friends or with a date to the Magi Gala! There will be dinner, live music, and other fun activities! 💃🕺

ALL proceeds from the event will go towards purchasing baby supplies for the MBC. This is a public event and ALL are invited. Tickets are available now at https://www.stlouisprinceton.org/magi-baby-chest

01/23/2025

We often help create memories that make other people cry. And sometimes the tables are turned. I tend to be the silent crier, the one that walks away before anyone sees tears, choke them down pretend it didn't happen kind've girl. Real tears fell reading this review. You got me, Emily!!! 🥰 🫶

posted 01/22/2025 by Emily V (updated 01/22/2025 )
The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens is literally the place where dreams come true! My husband and I got married here on 10/11/24. It was the best day imaginable and The Barn was perfect! We knew from the very beginning of our engagement that our two priorities for our budget and planning were the venue and the photo/video. We wanted to find a venue that felt intentional. We wanted to be in a place that was so naturally beautiful it wouldn’t need a whole lot of work to look good, and we wanted a space that was intentionally created for all of the special moments throughout the wedding day. From the getting ready suites, the gorgeous outdoor ceremony site, the stunning indoor reception space, to all of the incredible garden areas around the property to take photos, the whole venue was absolutely perfect. We got to drive on a golf cart around the property with our photographer/videographer to all of these beautiful garden areas to take photos. This alone made the cost of the venue so worth it. We have so many amazing wedding photos with so many different locations, and it made the whole day feel truly magical to be surrounded by so many beautiful spaces. (Because of this, I would highly recommend planning extra time in your day for bride and groom portraits. We had 1.5 hours before the ceremony, and then 30 mins after during golden hour. That whole time was for just the two of us for our first look and photos, and we really got to soak up all of the space the property had to offer). There is also so much outdoor space for guests to sit, hang out, play bags, etc. A lot of older family members used the outdoor seating to watch the dancing through the windows during the night, but were able to talk and relax with family members without the loud music. It was such a sweet environment for them to enjoy the night. We got compliments all night on how amazing the venue was, and I swear every time I looked around I got giddy with excitement all over again over how beautiful it was. We worked with Lindsay as our venue coordinator and she was incredible! She gave us our tour before we booked and we walked away that day knowing that the venue was meant for us, because of the space and because of how great Lindsay was to work with. She was always so kind and quick to respond to my emails. I often felt bad before emailing her because I didn't want to bother her with more questions, but she always had such a nice and helpful response that reminded me it was okay to ask questions. She was amazing at our rehearsal and throughout our wedding day to make sure everyone was where they needed to be. I also am so appreciative of her for a moment in our ceremony… our bridal party had just walked down, it was my turn, and I was hit with a wave of emotion. She smiled at me, gently said “take a moment, whenever you are ready”, and she gave me the space to soak up the moment and enjoy it without stress. I am so thankful for her! Weddings are pricey, and wedding venues like The Barn are pricey, but it was so worth it! If it works with your budget I 100% recommend it! We had the most amazing and most beautiful day. I am getting emotional 3 months later just thinking about it. It was everything I have ever dreamed of, thanks to Lindsay and The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens.

✨The room is set, the love is ready, and the celebration awaits. ✨Let us help turn your dream wedding into a reality! St...
01/23/2025

✨The room is set, the love is ready, and the celebration awaits. ✨

Let us help turn your dream wedding into a reality! Still some great dates left for summer and fall of 2025! Booking for 2026 is in full force as well! Reach out to Darcy or Lindsay to chat about what this beautiful space has to offer!

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📸 Dan Reynolds Photography

Looking in the mirror, I finally saw the bride I'd always dreamed of being 🤍✨📸 Dan Reynolds Photography
01/22/2025

Looking in the mirror, I finally saw the bride I'd always dreamed of being 🤍✨

📸 Dan Reynolds Photography

Reflecting on the magic of our wedding day and the love that started it all 🤍📸 Dan Reynolds Photography
01/21/2025

Reflecting on the magic of our wedding day and the love that started it all 🤍

📸 Dan Reynolds Photography

Even on the coldest of days this place is pretty magical 🤍❄️Mia and Nate had a winter wonderland to celebrate their big ...
01/20/2025

Even on the coldest of days this place is pretty magical 🤍❄️

Mia and Nate had a winter wonderland to celebrate their big day here at the Barn! Congratulations to the newlyweds!

📸 Photography By Tanner's Captures

🥳KEVIN!!!!!🥳 He's one of the coolest dudes around. He helps run sound for our ceremonies and his expertise is so valuabl...
01/20/2025

🥳KEVIN!!!!!🥳 He's one of the coolest dudes around. He helps run sound for our ceremonies and his expertise is so valuable!! We pride ourselves in nailing your ceremony entrance, exit, and all parts in between and he helps make that happen! Thanks Kevin for hanging out with us the past few years! We really dig you!

A masterpiece of blooms for a picture perfect I do 🤍📸 Erin Judd Photography
01/19/2025

A masterpiece of blooms for a picture perfect I do 🤍

📸 Erin Judd Photography

When you ABSOLUTELY SLAY your guest look 🤩📸 Landon Salman Photography
01/18/2025

When you ABSOLUTELY SLAY your guest look 🤩
📸 Landon Salman Photography

A cake as stunning as the love story it celebrates 🤍📸 Erin Judd Photography
01/18/2025

A cake as stunning as the love story it celebrates 🤍

📸 Erin Judd Photography

Nothing beats that just married feeling 🤩🥳📸 Salman Photography
01/16/2025

Nothing beats that just married feeling 🤩🥳

📸 Salman Photography

A vision of love turned into reality 🤩We never get tired of seeing our favorite room all dressed up!📸 Landon Salman Phot...
01/15/2025

A vision of love turned into reality 🤩

We never get tired of seeing our favorite room all dressed up!

📸 Landon Salman Photography

Patiently waiting for our turn to dance..⌛️📸 Palette of Light Photography & Film
01/14/2025

Patiently waiting for our turn to dance..⌛️

📸 Palette of Light Photography & Film

What makes the Barn so special?! We can think of so many, here's just a few reasons to book with us!✨ Gorgeous inside an...
01/13/2025

What makes the Barn so special?! We can think of so many, here's just a few reasons to book with us!

✨ Gorgeous inside and outside ceremony spaces for any time of the year!
✨ Beautiful great room space that can hold up to 350 guests!
✨ Private bridal suites that can be used to get ready on your big day!
✨ Endless picture opportunities on our stunning grounds!
✨ Patio area that includes an outdoor bar and firepit area that is great for cocktail hour and more!
✨ 8 seater golf cart for you and your guests to use throughout the day!
✨ Day of coordinator to ensure a perfect day here at the Barn!

What are you waiting for?! Schedule a tour with Lindsay or Darcy today!

Lindsay's calendar link: https://calendly.com/lindsayatthebarn/tour

Darcy's calendar link:https://calendly.com/darcy-hornbakergardens

To check the availability of your perfect day, click here!
https://www.weddingwire.com/biz/the-barn-at-hornbaker-gardens-princeton/01a4138bfc6c2cc2.html

Meet 🔦 Marna 🔦 She joined us in 2023 helping with our morning set up. She helps set up the ceremony site outdoors as wel...
01/13/2025

Meet 🔦 Marna 🔦 She joined us in 2023 helping with our morning set up. She helps set up the ceremony site outdoors as well as indoors when needed, helps make the Great Room showroom ready, sets up the patio bar and soooo MUCH MORE! She’s so easy to work with, always shows up ready to work and joins in with a good laugh. Thanks for all you do for us Marna!! You’re a gem:)

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Princeton, IL
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Last party of 2024!

2024 was so good to us 🤩 Our 10th wedding season here at the Barn! Over 70 weddings and events held! Countless memories made with our amazing couples! We are so excited to see all 2025 has in store! Happy New Year Everyone! 🎆

We feel so blessed to be apart of so many special moments and events here at the Barn! Hearing back from our couples means so much to us! Check out some more of our reviews below ⬇️ https://www.theknot.com/marketplace/the-barn-at-hornbaker-gardens-princeton-il-961943

Our great room all set for a perfect November wedding day!

The best place to spend a Sunday morning! We love showing this place off! Reach out to Lindsay or Darcy to set up a tour soon!

Watching them walk down, gets me every time!

Sometimes we get to witness all the cool things! 🐴👰‍♀️💍 (and help nail the timing of it all😅)

Delivering another perfect night💕

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The secluded beauty of the botanical gardens and arboretum at Hornbaker Gardens is now available as the site for your wedding. Say “I do” on the manicured meadow surrounded by nature’s beauty. Then walk to The Barn and start the party!

This new facility was designed with your wedding in mind. Rustic on the outside, but elegant on the inside, it features lots of glass looking out onto the gardens, along with a bride’s room, groom’s room, modern bathrooms and a large kitchen. Heating and air conditioning guarantee that you and your guests will dine and celebrate in comfort. The large, covered patio provides a place to start the party with drinks and hors d’oeuvres, and to step outside later and enjoy the evening air.

Photo opportunities abound in the unique setting that is Hornbaker Gardens, including our 2-acre native Illinois prairie. The gardens, The Barn, and our staff are here to make your wedding day as perfect and beautiful as possible. Start your dream wedding by calling us at 815-659-3282.