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Thompson Barn Rentals - Main Hall

Banquet of white tablecloth round tables

The Main Hall in Lenexa's historic Thompson Barn is beautifully rustic, yet conveniently modern. This unique rental venue is ideal for weddings and receptions, parties, business meetings and other events. Renting the Main Hall includes access to a warming kitchen.

Thompson Barn is located on the historic Lackman-Thompson Estate, near College Boulevard and Lackman Road.

Thompson Barn rental information packet(PDF, 864KB)

Capacity and amenities

The Main Hall is 2,280 square feet and features soaring wood beams, a rounded ceiling and brick walls.

Capacity

190 people with chairs only
150 people with chairs and tables

Room technology, amenities and room diagrams(PDF, 587KB)

Room setup examples(PDF, 1MB)

Amenities

black folding chairs (200)
5' round tables that seat eight (24)
6' rectangular tables that seat six (30)
2.5' bar-height round tables (6)
CO² kegerators (2)
rolling cooler carts (2)
warming rack
refrigerators (2)
ice machine
microwave
coffee urns (2)
coffee maker
sound system to lobby and patio
projector
screen
microphones (4)
extension cords
cable TV
HDMI hookup
3.5 mm audio jack
microphones
Wi-Fi
gold flip-chart easels (3)
lectern
6' ladder
step ladder
6" riser (available for rent)

Rental hours

Monday–Thursday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Four-hour minimum required. Rental time must include any prep and cleanup time.

Rental rates

You may rent the main hall and meeting rooms separately, or rent the entire facility. Rental fee includes setup of tables and chairs (indoors), technology, amenities and on-site concierge. Additional fees may apply for alcohol consumption and damage deposit.

We offer discounted rates to Lenexa residents and businesses. To qualify for the Lenexa resident or business rate, you must provide proof of residency (driver’s license or photo ID with current utility bill showing Lenexa address). Separate nonprofit rates are not available.

Renter	Rate
Lenexa resident or business	$75 per hour
Regular (nonresident)	$90 per hour

How to rent

We begin accepting rental reservations on a first-come, first-served basis one year in advance on the first business day of each month.

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Rental policies and history

Alcohol and security policy

In order to have alcohol at your event, you must be at least 21 years old. Complete the Facility Alcohol Permit Form(PDF, 70KB) and pay the additional $100 permit fee at least 60 days before your event.

An off-duty Lenexa police officer(s) will be scheduled to work your event. Parks and Rec staff will schedule the officer(s) 30 minutes before alcohol is first served until 30 minutes after the last call and all alcohol is put away. The fee is $50 per officer per hour, paid in cash directly to the officer(s) when they arrive.

Room dimensions

Main Hall

38' x 60'

Dance floor: 16' x 36'

Located on upper level. Ramp and elevator access.

Venue history

The Lackman-Thompson estate was once home to Margaretha and William Lackman, German immigrants who came to America in 1885. The Lackmans sold their estate to Kansas City horse and mule dealer Frank Thompson in 1908.

In 1932, the farm’s original barn burned down, which gave Thompson the opportunity to build a new brick barn — the barn that still stands today. The Thompsons’ son, Hugh, sold much of their estate to be developed into Southlake Business Park and bequeathed the remaining land to the Johnson County Community College Foundation.

The Lackman-Thompson Estate was placed on the Register for Historic Kansas Places — the only structure in Lenexa to receive the honor. In 1996, The JCCC Foundation offered the property to the City of Lenexa to preserve it and put it to good public use. We worked with many partners, including the Kansas State Historical Society, to honor the agreement.

The original Lackman house now serves as the home of the Lenexa Chamber of Commerce, Convention & Visitors Bureau and Economic Development Office. We restored the barn, preserving its historical character and blending it into a new era.