Question 1

Is alcohol allowed in the barn?

Accepted Answer

Yes – alcohol can be served, but not sold. In order to have alcohol at your event, you must have a designated bartender who takes on responsibility for serving drinks, not over-serving, and ensuring everyone is of age. Security is required when alcohol is present. The barn will provide an off-duty Kansas, MO police office for $150. The officer will be present for the last three hours of the event.

Question 2

What about smoking?

Accepted Answer

The Alexander Majors House Museums is a non-smoking facility. Attendees may smoke in the parking lot, but all cigarette butts must be deposited in the dumpster by the end of the event.

Question 3

Is the barn heated and cooled?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Temperature control is available for all areas of the barn.

Question 4

Which parts of the barn come with my rental?

Accepted Answer

Your rental includes use of the main barn area, wagon room, vintage suite, restrooms, and kitchen. You also have use of 30 folding tables, 140 folding chairs, and outdoor picnic tables and benches.

Question 5

Do you provide linens (or other décor)?

Accepted Answer

The Majors Barn is a do-it-yourself venue, which allows us to keep our rental prices low. We provide tables and folding chairs – you can bring in food, drink, linens, and any other décor you wish. Your event will truly be one-of-a-kind! If you need help, we can offer a recommendation for a wedding planner who is familiar with our site.

Question 6

How big is the barn loft?

Accepted Answer

The barn loft is 32′ x 26′. Six to eight of our folding tables can comfortably be accommodated in the loft, dependent on the setup.

Question 7

Can I use the Majors grounds for my event or set up a tent?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Ask your rental coordinator for details.

Question 8

Am I required to use your caterers or bartenders?

Accepted Answer

No – the Alexander Majors Barn prides itself on being a flexible venue that keeps our renters’ individuality and needs in mind. We do not require any specific vendors to be used. We are happy to make suggestions at your request.

Question 9

What about set up and tear down for my event?

Accepted Answer

Set up and tear down needs to occur within your 10-hour rental period. If you think you will need additional time, you may purchase additional hours for $80/hour. If you need assistance with set up or tear down, we can recommend a wedding coordinator familiar with the barn who can assist you.

Question 10

Do you have A/V?

Accepted Answer

We have public Wi-Fi access and a projector screen. You are responsible for any laptops, projectors, speakers, or other technology for your event.

Question 11

Can the Alexander Majors House be open during my event?

Accepted Answer

Yes – The Alexander Majors House can be opened for tours for an additional fee. We will provide volunteers and staff to give your guests information about the history of the structure. We can also open the House for portrait photography for a $100/hour fee.

Question 12

What is your peak season?

Accepted Answer

May, June, July, August, September, October, and November

Question 13

What is your off-peak season?

Accepted Answer

January, February, March, April, and December

Question 14

Can we bring our own alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Yes – alcohol can be served, but not sold. In order to have alcohol at your event, a bartender licensed in the state of Missouri must serve the beverages. Security is required when alcohol is present. The barn will provide an off-duty Kansas, MO police office for $130. The officer will be present for the last three hours of the event.

Question 15

Do you have on-site parking?

Accepted Answer

We have a 44 space parking lot with additional grass parking available.

Question 16

Do you have accessible facilities?

Accepted Answer

The main level of our facilities are wheelchair accessible. The loft area as well as the second floor of the Alexander Majors House are not accessible.

Question 17

What’s included in your starting rental fee?

Accepted Answer

The use of the Alexander Majors Barn and grounds as well as chairs and tables.

Question 18

How many hours are included in our booking?

Accepted Answer

Weekend rentals are ten hours with additional hours available for purchase. Weekday rentals have a minimum rental of five hours.

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