About this vendor
The Pearl at Crawford Farm is an enchanting wedding venue located in Hamilton, MO. Situated on a ridge overlooking Tom Creek valley and just one mile south of Hamiton, the property is conveniently accessible from Highway 13. The venue is owned and operated by Lana Crawford and her husband, John. Together, the pair have worked tirelessly to transform this unique destination into the paradise it is today. With their bare hands, Lana and John helped build The Pearl, a traditional mid-1800’s style barn. They are excited to welcome you and your guests to what is sure to be an unforgettable milestone celebration.
Upon your arrival, you and your party will be escorted to the private get-ready facilities. Here, you can prepare for the aisle in comfort with all the essentials you might need at your fingertips. The property is majestic in all seasons and its outdoor event spaces are perfect for hosting a special wedding ceremony. In the summer, your backdrop might be grassy meadows, dense woodland, and a tranquil pond while winter weddings are a snowy wonderland. The Pearl is perfect for your reception. Built with a traditional structure, this barn exudes a sense of old-world charm. Made from dark oak timber, the interior feels cozy and rustic while an elegant chandelier provides a dash of modern opulence to a romantic ambiance.
The Pearl at Crawford Farm offers a selection of wedding packages that differ according to the time of year you intend on hosting your wedding. However, your rental of the property entitles you to a full-service collection of benefits, furniture, decor, and more. On-site, your caterers will find serving bars and kitchens for convenient use while a site in the barn is reserved for your DJ.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Liability Insurance
Business Attributes
- Woman-owned Business
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Settings
- Barn
- Farm & Ranch
- Estate
- Trees
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Packages
- Destination Wedding Planning
- Planning
- Destination Wedding Planning
Awards and Affiliations
4-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2023.2022.2021.2020.
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The Pearl at Crawford Farms was my wedding venue and I cannot sing its praises enough. The grounds are in immaculate shape, the building is very well maintained, the barn itself is...
stunning and not too "barn-like." It has central Heat & Air so all seasons are perfectly fine here. It's so beautiful that minimal decorations are perfectly acceptable. You can dress it up elegantly or lean into a farm vibe.
Not only is all of the above great, the owners are truly the best. They remember their couples because they actually want you to have the best day possible and you mean something to them. Lana and John and their team go above and beyond for their couples. They really made our day the best day ever. They helped us stay informed of weather changes, helped make last minute decisions when something went sideways without letting anything stress us out.
The Pearl at Crawford Farms is truly a one of a kind venue that I'd recommend to any couple.
The most beautiful location for a venue that exceeds all expectations. This venue is outstanding the owners John and Lana go out their ways to provide such easy guidance and help...
with each step you take in planing a wedding.. this wedding and reception was for my daughter, who wanted a classic chic and a venue that was so outstanding with out effort to dress it up.. Lana was able to work with us remotely and was very helpful through the process, The Pearl at Crawford Farms is elegant plus the setting in the country just adds to all aspects for guests and photos its one of a kind that stands out almost other locations they take the stress out of your planning and allowed everyone who attended a magical night.
Our experience with this venue was amazing. No complaints. We were able to rent the venue for Friday and Saturday. This was perfect to be able to set up Friday day and use the spac...
e for our rehearsal dinner that night. Lana was great to work with and made sure to accommodate with anything needed. Being able to rent decor saved us a lot of money and hauling - definitely worth it. We got SO MANY compliments on how beautiful the venue was! I would recommend this venue to anybody, wedding or special event.
If you’re looking for the perfect place to get married, stop looking… you found it.
From the first time we stepped into The Pearl we were blown away by how absolutely beautiful it...
was. The rustic glam vibe was exactly what we were going for. We got married at the outdoor arbor to the side of the barn. The dramatic staircase is so beautiful and made for a perfect grand entrance to our reception. The outdoor pavilion was a dream for our outdoor cocktail hour and place for people to gather outside for pictures and fresh air. So many options for ceremony locations - weather will never be an issue. Plus inside there’s an awesome bar set up, kitchen, and two rooms upstairs that are perfect for getting ready in the day of your ceremony.
As if the venue itself isn’t enough, the owners (John and Lana) are two of the most kind and genuine people you will ever meet. We met with Lana a couple weeks before the wedding and when we showed up Friday for rehearsal she had everything set up exactly the way we had discussed. She was so helpful in helping us plan for vendors, set up, and unexpected obstacles we hadn’t even considered. She was always easy to get ahold of and very responsive. She truly made the whole process stress free. She was someone who I looked forward to seeing throughout the planning process because she was so sweet and so helpful.
There aren’t enough words to thank John and Lana for allowing us to borrow their beautiful venue for the best day of our lives!
My husband and I got married on July 30 of 2022 and absolutely LOVED working with Lana and her husband. They were extremely accommodating and made everything a breeze. The venue is...
beautiful inside and out, and because of this, we didn't need many decorations. Lana has a list of local vendors that have been there in the past, and this made finding a DJ, caterer, cake baker, florist, etc. SO easy! Everyone at our wedding kept complimenting how beautiful the venue was. I would absolutely recommend having your wedding and reception at The Pearl.
Not only is this venue absolutely gorgeous and versatile, but having the support of the owners, Lana & John, on that special day is priceless!
As the day-of wedding coordinator, I...
worked with them behind the scenes and can tell that these two truly care about each and every family they work with. They are kind, endlessly patient, and John seems to magically show up just when you need something or have a question. Plus Lana was extremely responsive to texts throughout the process.
We pulled off a very successful wedding for 300 guests last night and it was amazing! Soooo grateful the bride chose The Pearl—everything was perfect!
If you’re like everyone else planning a wedding, you’re looking for perfection; perfect venue, perfect support, perfect vibe – all to create a perfect experience for the new couple...
and their guests. Look no further. The Pearl at Crawford Farm satisfies all of these requirements and so much more. Read the reviews below and you’ll see descriptions like magical, beautiful, amazing, spectacular, personal, with numerous references to Lana and the Crawford family team. Pulling off perfection without feeling the stress associated with perfect is the true gift you’ll experience if you choose The Pearl. It truly is a magical place supported by very special people.
Lana Crawford was a knowledgeable, organized, efficient, and compassionate partner. She guided us through every step of the process, providing suggestions, accommodating requests, and answering endless questions with patience. The Pearl’s recommended vendor list didn’t disappoint; you can trust everyone on that list to exceed expectations. Our son was our caterer and said working with Lana, Kersten, and John was like working with a wonderful extended family; they provided unprecedented support with a huge element of fun! Our guests continue to tell us that the wedding was “the best, most beautiful, most personal” they’ve ever attended.
Huge shout out to Kersten for being our “boots on the ground” guide for the weekend and a heartfelt thank you from our family to the Crawford family for ensuring that our daughter’s wedding was as memorably perfect as we all envisioned!
I can’t say enough great things about The Pearl at Crawford Farm. The venue – beautiful, elegant, timeless. The experience – personal, efficient, and detailed. We got married in Se...
ptember outside at the newly finished arbor in front of green pines, with guests sitting in the shade of large beautiful Locust trees (a huge win for a hot day). The setting was gorgeous and everything we ever dreamed of. Our décor was minimal because the venue has so much natural beauty outside and craftsmanship and life inside. The planning process was made easy from the beginning with Lana’s responsiveness, preferred vendor list (we used 3 of The Pearl’s favorite vendors and were so pleased), and detailed communication with options for our big day. Our stress was minimized by the efficiency and knowledge of The Pearl team. The venue had all our must-have amenities: outdoor space for ceremony and happy hour, a large dance floor, a kitchen with ample space for caterers, a bar with commercial fridges for chilling drinks, bride/groom suites for getting ready, plenty of parking, and so much flexibility for making our day exactly what we dreamed of!
We could not have picked a better venue for our daughter’s wedding! The Pearl is so spectacular and breathtakingly beautiful inside and out to every detail! The family trio are a...
mazing to work with and truly cared about making it a flawless, stress-free and memorable day for us! They made it a priority to carry out all our wishes! Just incredibly kind and nice people!! It was a wonderful experience and The Pearl is a PREMIER place for a beautiful event!
What makes the Pearl so unique, other than its hand crafted beauty, is the dedication that Lana and John show to their clients. Our wedding day faced a few fluke accidents and unfo...
reseen hiccups that were not the fault of anyone, these things just happen sometimes! Through it all, Lana and John were encouraging, accommodating, and provided so much peace of mind. They will keep any bride grounded in what truly matters, the fact that at the end of the day you'll be married to someone you love. The rest is gravy! And of course, in the end our wedding was absolutely magical, how could it not be, the place is every drop as beautiful as it looks, everything came together just as it was meant to be. The Peal was the perfect backdrop to the best day of our lives! We couldn't have asked for more.
Wow!! Is the first word that comes to mind when I think of The Pearl at Crawford Farm! Lana, John and the Crawford crew were absolutely amazing!! Their eagerness to meet us when we...
had a chance, their quick responses to email and messages was the thing that every bride needs! The venue was spotless when we got there, ready for us to set up. Lana met us there and helped out, made sure we had what we needed and kindly allowed us to make the place our home! They also came and helped us take everything down. We are so very blessed to have found this venue!
I can't say enough good things about this venue or the family that owns it. What an absolutely beautiful building and property. My daughter found The Pearl on the internet when loo...
king for a venue. We are from Illinois and she was looking for a place for her wedding where we wouldn't be limited on invites and would pretty sure be guaranteed to be able to have it during this time of Covid. The Crawfords were amazing to work with and made this whole process easy. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone and everyone needing a place to host an event. I have 4 daughters and would use it for all the other wedding we have in our future. :)
The Pearl was the first agreement and compromise and we couldn’t have done better! We visited lots of Barn style venues and they just didn’t check all the boxes but then we visited...
The Pearl! Bride and groom suites, indoor/outdoor option, climate control, and ya can’t beat how accommodating and pleasant Lana and John are! I had the best day ever at The Pearl!
The Pearl at Crawford Farm was the first and only venue that we visited. We fell in love with it as soon as we saw it in person. It’s such a quiet and serene location. It’s beautif...
ul on the inside and outside. It was perfect for us.
Our wedding was on Friday, September 18th during COVID. We had about 135 people in attendance and The Pearl was the perfect size! We were able to spread everyone out with the option for seating upstairs and downstairs. I had never wanted an outside wedding until I saw the outside of The Pearl and that’s exactly where we had the ceremony, but it was nice having that back up plan for an inside wedding if needed.
They supply all tables and chairs and have the option to rent table cloths, which we did and it worked out great. They have decorations you can rent, but quite frankly The Pearl decorates itself. We basically just used flowers throughout the venue and loved the look.
Lana was amazing to work with. The closer it got to our wedding day the more we worked with her. She walked through the day with us and brought up many things we hadn’t even thought about, but truly made our day run smoother.
We couldn’t say enough great things about it. Get married at The Pearl! You won’t regret it. ❤️
My daughter got married at The Pearl on November 21st. As you can imagine, trying to hold a wedding during a pandemic presented challenges but Lana and her staff did an outstanding...
job. They worked with my daughter in every way, and made sure the venue was safe for all. Their caterer recommendation was excellent and all guests commented on how beautiful the venue was. Leading up to the actual wedding & reception did have it's share of stress and anxiety, but once we got there and got it going it was the wedding/party that my daughter and all of us had hoped for, and was an absolutely wonderful celebration!
Oh gosh what all can I say about the Pearl and Lana.....to start the venue is GORGEOUS! Everyone made a comment about the beauty of the barn and the outdoor ceremony space, you can...
have minimal decor or go all out, and it looks amazing either way....they also have decor available for use! Now on to Lana, I am a very type A person especially with the COVID changes and she answered my questions with such kindness and made sure I was comfortable, it was honestly amazing. She was super sweet when I mixed up my days and showed up a week early for a walk through with our coordinator too! All in all I would definitely recommend!
I recently got married at this venue on August 1, 2020. Let me tell you, my day was incredible! The location is perfect, the venue is beautiful, and the atmosphere is refreshing. I...
t made my special day feel magical! The owners are great! They are very responsive when needed and dealt with my last minute requests. I fully recommend this venue to anyone looking for a one of a kind, quite, and gorgeous place for their special day.
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The Pearl was a wonderful venue to have my daughter’s wedding. The venue is stunning and I can’t say enough about the Crawford family and their staff. Lana and her daugh...
ter Kirsten as well as her husband went above and beyond to make my daughter’s wedding special. Thank you for a wonderful day at the Pearl.
The Pearl at Crawford Farm
Wow what a breathtaking venue! It's located in Hamilton Mo which is a small town near Cameron. We stayed in a hotel in Cameron which was about 10 minutes...
from the venue so we liked that there were hotels nearby for our guests. The Crawfords are the sweetest, down to earth people you will meet. They took care of us from the first time we met, to needing to reschedule our date (due to COVID), to our rehearsal and wedding day. Lana had a list of vendors she recommended and had worked with before which was really helpful in the planning process. They thought of everything which took a lot off of my plate. John even drove to help my husband who blew a trailer tire on his way to our rehearsal. These are the kind of people you want to work with on your big day!
The name says it all. The Pearl is a hidden gem perfectly located in a rural setting but close enough for metropolitan brides to experience a little piece of heaven. An absolutel...
y gorgeous venue with breathtaking views and stunning sunsets. We were set on having a church wedding however once we toured The Pearl we realized we could have both the wedding and the reception in one place. It was the most serene and tranquil ceremony with birds singing in the background, a light breeze, fresh air, exceptional views with ample seating for all our guest under the pavilion. If you are looking for the perfect stress free venue THIS IS IT. The Pearl is so timeless and beautiful we were able to keep it simple and elegant all in one. The Pearl is designed to perfection and Lana & John are great people that make you feel like family. Thank you for sharing your Dream to make our Dreams come True!
The Pearl is unbelievable. We got married in January & between the snow & the barn, it looked like a Hallmark Christmas card. John & Lana are SO gracious, helpful, & welcoming. I g...
enuinely cannot say enough good things about this place. I don’t know why anyone would get married anywhere else.
The Pearl at Crawford Farm is stunning!! From the second you walk in the door everything is absolutely beautiful. John and Lana Crawford are so easy to work with and tailored every...
thing to our preferences for our daughter’s wedding. Elegant, rustic charm in a beautiful location!!
We loved the Pearl! They got everything put together perfectly for our big day this past May! Perfect venue size 🙌🏼
Lana is the easy to work with, professional but cares like it is her family event. The Pearl provides the perfect backdrop to a fairytale stunning wedding. Everyone Lana recommen...
ded was professional, caring, on time and I would call a friend today because it was more than just a job to them.
The Pearl is the most stunning venue I have ever been to. Every tiny detail has been thought out to make your wedding day so special and stress-free. Lana is so easy to work with a...
nd she truly cares about each bride! I could not have thought of a better place to have my wedding!
Nothing could have made this wedding venue any more perfect! Not only is the venue in general absolutely gorgeous - perfect parts elegant and rustic, but it also fit 200 people mor...
e than comfortably!
Lana & John Crawford are the sweetest hosts ever! They were there from beginning to end helping out wherever possible throughout the entire day. They were willing to make any type of adjustment or consideration in order for our day to be perfect. They were quick to respond to any questions we had, were always willing to make themselves available for us to visit the venue and had great recommendations on local vendors in the area.
All our guests loved the venue! The architecture of the wedding barn was especially impressive to my family in construction.
Highly recommend using The Pearl for your wedding or large event! I have nothing bad to say about it.
The Pearl is an amazing venue! It goes without being said that the barn in itself is absolutely BEAUTIFUL. We recently got married at The Pearl and John and Lana went above and bey...
ond to make our wedding day the very best. From set up, to clean up, and everything in between, they could not have been more helpful. If you’re looking for a wedding venue, look no more!
AWESOME venue! Wedding date - June 8th. My son (Ryan) and his finance (Kate) had planned an outdoor wedding on her parents property. Everything was ordered and ready to go - then i...
t began to rain, and rain, and rain. Less than 2 weeks before the wedding, the property was so saturated that having a wedding on the property just wasn't going to be feasible.
BY CHANCE, Kate's mom called The Pearl and spoke with Lana! (remember this is LESS THAN 2 wks before the wedding!!) OH MY ... we struck GOLD! They had an opening for June 7/8! Lana was so great to work with and the venue was absolutely stunning. Rehearsal and rehearsal dinner went well and Ryan and Kate were able to have an outdoor wedding under the newly built pavilion with the reception inside.
Pictures are beautiful - inside and outside! Everything was perfect! Better than we could have planned.
Definitely an awesome experience.. especially on such short notice! Check out the video, call Lana and have a great wedding! You'll love it!!
The Pearl is absolutely stunning, inside and out. My husband and I cannot be happier with the way our daughter's wedding turned out. We had to move the location of our daughter's...
wedding at the last minute due to weather. We were able to easily transition from a backyard wedding to a wedding at The Pearl with the owner, Lana's, help. She and her husband, John, are so easy to work with. They are helpful and Lana had great ideas for some of our reception decorations. The facility is so beautiful and offers multiple spots for the ceremony. My daughter chose to get married outside, under the pavilion. The views outside are simply gorgeous, and afforded our photographer ample spots to get great pictures. The venue has been very well planned with a great layout and many thoughtful details that made our preparations go smoothly. Lana even saved the day with some supplies that we had not realized we needed! We have gotten so many compliments about the wedding and the facility. I highly recommend The Pearl!
This venue was absolutely amazing! The barn is set in the perfect location with a beautiful view from every vantage point. The gorgeous scenery and beautifully stained wood give yo...
u endless opportunities for stunning pictures! However, while the barn and scenery are to die for, it is the owners and their family that make this place so extremely special. They did everything in their power to ensure that our day was unique to us and exactly what we had always dreamt of! We are SO glad we chose The Pearl for our venue, and HIGHLY recommend you do the same!
Ladies - listen up! This place is a dream! My husband and I got married here on October 27th, 2018 and we could not have asked for a better location, better people to work with, or...
a more beautiful scenery. The Crawfords worked with up to make the Pearl exactly what we needed it to be for our special day. And I can't even begin to count the compliments that we got from our friends and family on how perfect the venue was. When you hear the word barn you always think rustic - but you can make this place just how you want it. The exposed wood just give you the perfect blank template for anything you want it to be.
Also the ability to have your ceremony in multiple different locations put my mind at ease when it came to weather concerns. So whether you want to get married outside while the sun sets or inside underneath the beautiful wooden beams - you are covered.
I just can't express enough how lucky anyone would be to get married here. And believe me you won't get a better group of people to work with. I would highly recommend this place to anyone - it is simply beautiful and a work of art.
The Pearl was absolutely beautiful inside and out! Along with the beautiful rustic interior, the exterior views were breathtaking as well! I attended a wedding here in the fall a...
nd would definitely recommend this venue for any occasion. It was perfect for a wedding but would also be great for a family reunion! Great set up, bar and kitchen! Highly recommended!!
I have attended a wedding and chaperoned a prom at The Pearl. The facility is gorgeous and requires very little accessorizing to set it up for a beautiful ceremony! The Crawford’...
s are fantastic to work with and put forth every effort to meet your event’ needs. I’m looking forward to attending another wedding in the near future and our district has booked it for prom again next year.
We were fortunate enough to be able to rent The Pearl for our family Christmas as our house was being remodeled over the holiday season. We could not have asked for a better venue....
Clean. Beautiful. Great location. Awesome setting. This is the perfect location for a wedding, or large event!
We were lucky to be the first to use this beautiful venue for our daughter’s wedding. The Crawford family was tremendous in ensuring that our weekend was flawless. The aesthetics...
of the surrounding area and the rustic beauty of the venue makes this a breathtaking facility. The closeness to town was also very convenient. I highly recommend this venue and feel that it will help make fantastic memories that will last for a lifetime.
Can’t say enough about this venue! Our daughter was the first wedding at this NEW venue! The Pearl is absolutely gorgeous. The Crawford’s were great to work with and very accommoda...
ting! The wood, the iron work, nicely decorated. The views were breathtaking!
From the entry to the “antique” bar. The bridal suite to grooms room. Everything was perfect!
Easy accessibility. Great lighting, set up and kitchen.
It was the perfect venue for our perfect occasion!
Can’t say enough about the Crawford’s. Their sincerity, hospitality and willingness to work with us to have the perfect day! Mission accomplished!
Contact
5301 NW Tom Creek Rd, Hamilton, MO
The Pearl at Crawford Farm