A Place Where Special Memories Are Made

in the center of Columbia, Kansas City, and St. Louis

Your Missouri Wedding Destination

At Emerson Fields, our elegantly modern, white wedding venue offers a gorgeous and conveniently located destination to host your wedding day or your full wedding weekend.

Venues

Find Your Happy Place

We have five locations around our property, all with full access to electricity, that you can use during your wedding– you’re not limited to just choosing one. Take advantage of our versatile space, whether it’s for your rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, or additional wedding festivities:

  • Emerson Fields Venue

    Stunning floor-to-ceiling windows flood the raised stage with soft, natural, and idyllic light.

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  • The Dock

    Lakeside with a backdrop of crystal blue water and mature trees.

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  • The Meadow

    Beautifully centered in front of a grove of oak trees and surrounded by native Missouri grasses.

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  • The Pavilion

    Under the shelter of our all-white, open-air pavilion this area offers all the beauty of the outdoors.

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  • The Lakeside Terrace

    Serene and spacious south lawn fixed near the water's edge.

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  • The Veranda

    Perfect for cocktail hour and stylish lounges, this covered space over looking the lake is designed for socializing.

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  • "Emerson Fields will become your new home away from home. Steve and Amelia do everything to make sure you feel comfortable and at ease especially if you are traveling to EF. We had family come from Chicago, Arkansas, Texas and Nebraska!"

    -Amanda, an EF bride from Chicago, IL

  • "This entire place is set up so you can make it uniquely your own. This is a wedding venue that is as equally stunning when it’s completely empty as it is when it’s fully decorated."

    - Jeanette, an EF bride from Missouri

  • "We were nervous just with it being in another state. You guys were always in constant communication. It really helped us to feel that we were always informed and moving in the right direction! We also felt that we were treated more as friends than β€œclients”, which we loved!"

    -Katelyn, an EF bride from Illinois

  • β€œThe venue space is especially unique with different ceremony options and a beautiful main area to hold the reception. It is sure to make any brides vision come to life!”

    - Kaitlin, an EF bride from St. Louis, Missouri

What Makes Emerson Fields

The Best Place to Celebrate

This will be the celebration you’ve always dreamed of and the experience you deserve. We will guide you right from the beginning with helpful advice, top vendor recommendations, and multiple check-ins throughout the planning process because this is likely your first time planning a wedding.

With our personalized approach, you’ll feel supported every step of the way, giving you the confidence to plan a wedding you’ll loveβ€”and your guests will never forget!

Feel Taken Care Of and Receive the Experience You Deserve

We take a hands-on approach to managing the venue. In fact, that's why we only commit to a limited number of weddings per year - to ensure you receive our full attention and expertise. As an Emerson Fields couple you’ll have access to:

  • expert help and planning resources,

  • an onsite team member to to ensure the facility operates smoothly and work alongside your wedding planner or coordinator,

  • set-up an teardown, and more!

Celebrate Without Limits

You'll receive access to the entire 24-acre estate and all amenities for one price. No upcharges, service fees, or minimums. No limits means:

  • 5 unique venues to use with endless possibilities, from a lakeside cocktail hour to an outdoor ceremony and beyond.

  • Indoor seating for up to 300 guests

  • Versatile packages that range from a single day rental to a weekend long celebration

Let Your Personal Style Shine

Thanks to the neutral palette, your decor is sure to shine. And your photographs will look even better. We painted the interior walls and ceiling of the main venue a crisp white color and designed it to give you dreamy photographs for cherished memories.

From sleek and modern to a romantic garden party, our venue has been the backdrop to stunning weddings of all styles.

Wow Your Guests with Memorable Moments

If you are looking to give your guests an amazing experience with extra-special moments that leave lasting memories, we will be ready to wow. We can arrange for private lakeside fireworks, and we are yes-minded collaborators, when it comes to creating one-of-a-kind experiences for you and your loved ones.

Let's make your wedding the most joy-filled weekend ever!

Pricing & Packages

At Emerson Fields, we understand that every couple's dream wedding is unique.

We offer a range of rental packages – from daily to weekend rentals and semi-inclusive packages – to suit various needs and budgets. Sundays start at $6375, while a full weekend begins at $9875.

Looking to Elope or host a corporate event? contact us and ask for a custom quote

  • "I would recommend Emerson Fields to anyone getting married"

    No matter what their style is simply because of the flexibility/customizability that allows the venue to accommodate a wide range of styles and visions!"

    - Brianna

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The Celebration You’ve Always Dreamed Of & The Seamless Experience You Deserve

At Emerson Fields we take a personalized approach to each wedding we host. 

HOW WE'LL GET STARTED:

  • STEP 01 // CONNECT

    Your wedding day is as important and personal to us as it is to you. So, when you inquire, we'll send you an email to arrange a call to get to know you, discuss the experience you're looking for, and answer any questions you may have.

  • STEP 02 // CONSULT

    Next, we'll arrange a time to meet with you and your significant other, either in person or on Zoom, so we can make sure it's a great fit. We'll show you sample galleries and discuss more in-depth details to help you make a decision.

  • STEP 03 // CUSTOMIZE

    After our meeting, you'll receive a custom-tailored proposal that best fits your needs. From there, if you decide we're the perfect place, we'll move forward with a contract, and payment request, and secure your date.

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We know your wedding budget is a key factor in choosing the perfect venue. That’s why we’ve created a free, easy-to-use budget calculator below!

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Join over 200 couples who have hosted their dream destination wedding at Emerson Fields