Party and Celebration

A long outdoor table at Barker Mansion in Michigan City is set with white tablecloths, floral centerpieces of white and light blue flowers, glass plates with blue napkins, tall candle holders, and glassware against a brick fence and greenery.

About Your Party and Celebration

Celebrate your special occasions in style at The Barker Mansion, where timeless elegance meets modern amenities. Whether you’re planning a birthday party, anniversary celebration, or any gathering, our versatile spaces can accommodate your needs while creating cherished memories. The mansion’s stunning architecture and beautiful grounds provide a picturesque backdrop for both indoor and outdoor festivities.

With a variety of venue options, including the enchanting garden and charming Barker Cottage, your guests will enjoy an atmosphere filled with charm and sophistication. Our dedicated staff is committed to ensuring your event runs smoothly, allowing you to focus on celebrating with friends and family.

Key Amenities

  • Accommodations for up to 45 guests for indoor events and 100 guests for outdoor events.
  • AV Equipment: Projector, TV, and speakers are available.
  • Catering: Coffee, tea, and water available, with approved vendors for larger events.
  • Multiple Spaces Available: Barker Cottage, Pergola, and Garden.
  • Wheelchair accessible facilities are available.

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  • A two-story blue house with white trim in Michigan City features a large front deck set with round tables and high cocktail tables covered in white cloths and decorated with white floral centerpieces, reminiscent of Barker Mansion’s classic style.
  • A kitchen counter at Barker Mansion in Michigan City displays assorted food and drinks, including pastries, cookies, cupcakes, and beverages. Gold, white, and green balloons hang above the window with yellow paper flowers on the sill.
  • A well-kept garden with green grass, flower beds, a central fountain, and white outdoor tents sits outside Michigan City's historic Barker Mansion, with a brick path leading to the large red-brick building under a partly cloudy sky.
  • A group of people, including adults and children, dance together on an outdoor patio at Barker Mansion in Michigan City. Dressed in formal and semi-formal attire, they celebrate as red-tiled roof structures and brick buildings frame the background.
  • A covered outdoor patio at Barker Mansion in Michigan City features white pillars and a red brick floor, with round tables draped in white tablecloths, set with plates, cutlery, small potted plants as centerpieces, and surrounded by white chairs.
  • White event tents are set up on a lawn at Barker Mansion in Michigan City, with rows of white folding chairs underneath. Brick paths, green plants, and a hanging fern frame the red brick buildings beneath a blue sky.

The outdoor garden space was a beautiful setting. We appreciate the special care taken by the mansion staff to accommodate our special circumstances and request.

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A long outdoor table at Barker Mansion in Michigan City is set with white tablecloths, floral centerpieces of white and light blue flowers, glass plates with blue napkins, tall candle holders, and glassware against a brick fence and greenery.

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Invite your guest to the historic Barker Mansion with its luxurious and functional interior and beautiful gardens.

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The Barker Mansion provides flexible hosting for your Party and Celebration. Whether you're hosting a business function, party, or wedding, The Mansion offers accommodations to make your event a success.

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A covered outdoor walkway at Barker Mansion in Michigan City features a peaked white roof, white columns, wicker chairs with floral cushions, hanging ferns, and brick flooring bordered by a brick wall and lush landscaped greenery.