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The Historic Barn @ Cooke Tavern is a wedding venue located in Spring Mills, Pennsylvania. This charming property is situated on a 33-acre nature reserve, only a short drive from State College in Central Pennsylvania. Couples have access to various locations on the property to say “I do,” hold a cocktail hour, set up outdoor activities, and more. You and your guests can also stroll along the banks of Penns Creek and on a wooden boardwalk extending into the reserve.

Facilities and Capacity

This classic, Amish-built, post-and-beam timber barn features 3,500 square feet of event space. Couples and their guests can enjoy the barn’s large wrap-around deck and covered balcony, offering scenic views of the tadpole pond and wildlife areas. Couples renting this venue for their special day will have access to tables and chairs for 175 guests indoors. In addition, there’s space for 250 guests outdoors on the nature preserve grounds. The Historic Barn @ Cooke Tavern also includes the following amenities:

  • A 1964 Vintage Bambi Airstream
  • Bar
  • Barn decorations and supplies to add some flare and provide a personal touch
  • Catering area and a full commercial kitchen
  • Newly installed indoor restrooms

Services Offered

The barn can accommodate a range of wedding-related events, like engagement parties, showers, rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions. Power for the barn is supplied by a 10-kilowatt solar array, and the venue offers full recycling, ensuring a lighter carbon footprint for your wedding. The event space’s helpful team strives to make your big day as seamless as possible. The Historic Barn @ Cooke Tavern also offers the following services:

  • Getting ready room
  • Parking
  • Pet-friendly areas
  • Wheelchair access

History

In 2005, the barn, based on a photo that was taken prior to 1913, was constructed by a local Amish crew. Combining history with modern construction, it was built on the original 1808 foundation of the Cooke Tavern barn.

  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
Parking
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Barn
Garden

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Pet Friendly

What event items are available?

Chairs
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

April
November

Reviews of The Historic Barn @ Cooke Tavern

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This venue is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for its beauty, helpful owners, and excellent service. Guests were impressed with the stunning surroundings and the easily accessible decorations and supplies provided by the venue. The owners, Mary Kay and Greg, were described as extremely helpful and accommodating, making the wedding planning process stress-free. Overall, reviewers highly recommend this venue for a perfect and unforgettable wedding experience.

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This venue is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for its beauty, helpful owners, and excellent service. Guests were impressed with the stunning surroundings and the easily accessible decorations and supplies provided by the venue. The owners, Mary Kay and Greg, were described as extremely helpful and accommodating, making the wedding planning process stress-free. Overall, reviewers highly recommend this venue for a perfect and unforgettable wedding experience.

Erin
Erin Sent on 09/22/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful!

We truly could not have chosen a better venue for our wedding. There is not a single thing we would change or done differently. First of all, the Historic Barn is already decorated beautifully inside with string lights, chandeliers & tulle. I wanted to keep things simple, we literally only brought table cloths and centerpieces and it was more than enough. I loved that it was pre-decorated… my favorite part about the barn is the wonderful dressing room (with a separate bathroom!!!!!!) with 3-4 vanities so everyone can have a mirror and get ready together. There is room to hang dresses and full length mirrors! This was great for our photographer and getting pictures prior to our ceremony, with an adorable background I must add.
The outside of the Barn is just beautiful. We had our ceremony in the marsh, it was perfect.. During the reception, our guests were spread out outdoors because the weather was just right. Our guests sat near the pond and the many different places to sit outside and spread out. Multiple people complimented the venue and the amenities.
Most importantly- the owners, Mary Kay and Greg were exceptionally kind and helpful. I needed an iron for the table cloth/cake table & within minutes Mary Kay brought me her iron and ironing board.. Also, they have a room with all kinds of different things left behind from ceremonies & receptions and she welcomed us to use anything we’d like from her collection! We did end up using a couple of easels! I almost forgot to mention that there is a golf cart we were welcomed to use! Which we did, my Dad and I drove it down for the ceremony. It was great to have available for my grandparents and cousin on crutches to get them to our ceremony spot… just Awesome!
Needless to say; We liked them so much we wanted them to stay the entire time and be as present as possible to celebrate with us. They’re a blast & we sincerely enjoyed their company l!
We are forever grateful with the wonderful experience we had at the Historic Barn at Cooke Tavern!
Jordan
Jordan Sent on 09/07/2021
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 must book

Booking this venue for our wedding was hands down the best decision we made when planning. The owners were an absolute DREAM to work with even during our COVID postponement. I couldn't recommend this venue more - the grounds are absolutely gorgeous. This is a well-maintained, well-managed, professional venue with professional staff. We loved working with them and consider them friends!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Sent on 08/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Is there a better place in Centre County?

The answer is no. This one place has EVERYTHING and it’s absolutely perfect! They think of everything and everyone on your special day! Mary Kay and Greg were beyond words helpful and caring. Everything is accessible and easy to use.

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