FOR LOVERS WHO ARE
WILDLY IN LOVE
Weddings and Luxury Events
Welcome to Small Grand Things, where the beauty of nature meets the sophistication of luxury. We offer more than just a venue; it's a timeless sanctuary spanning over 50 acres with a rich family history hidden in every corner. We believe in turning dreams into reality. At Small Grand Things, we blend the non-traditional with sophistication, creating a space where open-mindedness meets elegance. Relax in elegance, and live your enchanting dream wedding at Small Grand Things—a unique, modern venue for elegant weddings, providing a luxury experience for every love story.
We are dedicated purveyors of enchantment who offer you bespoke amenities and expertise to elevate your event into the grand echelon of memorable celebrations.
We’re so happy you found us… whisper the magic, share the secret.
Grand Things Happen Here
LET’S TURN YOUR
dream wedding into a reality
Our Approach
Planning your wedding should be fun and exciting. That’s why we have taken the stress out of it with no limit on consultations or visits. We allow for vendor early drop off as needed and late pick-up. Save more for relaxing with loved ones knowing our staff set up, arrange, and tear down all tables and chairs, and all tables are covered with white, hand-pressed linens. Place settings are arranged for you and cleared throughout the dinner service. Relax the morning after your wedding knowing we have already included clean up for you.
Relax in Luxury
Escape to elegance with over 50 acres of ethereal nature in our private location. You will have exclusive access to all of our photography grounds including a stone bottom creek, wildflower butterfly habitat, boho grass, Twilight pines, and Maple tree forests perfect for any wedding style. With more than 5 different outdoor altar locations, there is a ceremony site for every elegant wedding aesthetic.
Escape to Elegance
Our venue coordinators are here to help you with rehearsal, wedding day vendors, and decor organization offering you unique insight to add enchantment to your wedding weekend. We offer diverse solutions and support to any problem. Breakaway from traditional for everlasting enchantment with new, creative ideas to bring your wedding dreams to life with our years of experience.
Unique Enchantment
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Small Grand Things has this elegance
about it that allows it to speak for itself.
a happy couple
Client Love
Where unforgettable moments
await intimate splendor
Our Spaces
Our whitewashed walls are accented under 24-foot exposed black beam ceilings providing an air of luxury. You will be enchanted with the feeling of open The half-loft offers abundant layout and floor plan possibilities.
A full glass, window wall allows for the elegance of nature within a climate-controlled environment for a luxurious atmosphere in all weather. Windows around the pavilion provide ample natural light for the best photography in all your wedding day shots.
Two separate courtyards offer additional space for guests and activities. Our venue liaisons are committed to providing an exclusive luxury experience.
Relax in luxury in our onsite Guesthouse. Our suites provide an exclusive experience to relax in private. The parlor room can accommodate 5 of your closest to stay with you the night before your grand wedding. An elegant option with exclusive amenities including a Smart TV, on-suite rainfall shower, steamer for dresses and suits, suit trolly rack, and more.
The lounge is a spacious and elegantly furnished area with ample seating, elegant lighting, and luxurious finishings. Be pampered for your wedding day with all your hair and makeup essentials equipped with everything your vendors could need. A cozy setting with plenty of space for your tribe to step into their elegance and have fun.
The Guest house is the elegant option for your wedding party to rest and refresh between photos, ceremony, and reception. Outfitted with comfortable seating, a kitchen, and a coffee bar, your wedding party will have everything they need to be comfortable and relaxed.
Enjoy exclusive access to our estate. while here, you could be anywhere. Weddings at Small Grand Things offer refined luxury in an exclusive haven.
With more than seven outdoor ceremony locations, your unique ceremony design option is here. Share your enchanting love story surrounded by the elegance of various nature options. White wedding chairs and exclusive arbors are arranged for your unique design.
Wedding photos last a lifetime. Your exclusive access to our photography grounds for engagements, bridals, and wedding day portraits provides original settings for your photos. A stone-bottom creek with waterfall, butterfly habitat wildflower field, boho grass, Twilight pine grove, and acres of Maple and Oak forest offer unique photo backdrops for every wedding style and aesthetic.
Exclusive Amenities
heat and air temperature-controlled buildings
4,400 sf pavilion
Over 50 acres of secluded, exclusive grounds
Exclusive access to our estate
Multiple outdoor ceremony locations
Free onsite parking
Handicap accessible
Caterer’s warming kitchen
Grounds shuttle
Open vendor policy
35 round guest dining tables
325 white reception chairs
10 cocktail table high-tops
Dinner plate, water goblet, silverware
White round linens
White and black rectangle linens
250 white ceremony chairs
Gift, dessert, favors, guestbook, and buffet tables
Venue liaisons
Check-in and Check-out service
Bathroom provisions
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Serving love stories from Iowa,
Missouri, Illinois, and beyond.
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