Bring your group to The Meadows for a warm, creative gathering built around making something by hand.
These private events are designed for friends, families, boards, wedding parties, and other small groups who want to spend meaningful time together in a beautiful space. Some gatherings are light and social. Others include guided conversation, reflection, or connection around a shared theme.
Craft together, snack a little, enjoy the shop, and leave with something handmade and meaningful.
Perfect for:
baby showers, wedding gatherings, girls’ weekends, guys’ weekends, friend groups, board retreats, team gatherings, family celebrations, and small private parties
The Meadows is happy to host groups of people looking to spend quality time together in creative craft & conversation.
What Makes Meadows Gatherings Special
• Warm, welcoming creative space
• Simple crafts anyone can enjoy
• Time for conversation and connection
• Unique Ely experience for visiting groups
• Handmade keepsakes to take home
Gathering Pricing
$40 per person
2-hour facilitated gathering
Each gathering includes:
• Private use of The Meadows creative space
• All craft materials
• Light snacks and drinks
• Guided facilitation and creative guidance
• Setup and cleanup
Group size: 6–10 guests
Designed for intimate, meaningful gatherings around the table.
Additional time may be added for $50 per hour if your group would like to linger a little longer.
Planning a wedding weekend, retreat, or special celebration? We’re happy to build something unique around your group.
Sample Gatherings
Wedding Weekend Gathering
Create handmade garlands or simple decor pieces while getting to know one another and sharing appreciations or intentions for the couple.
Baby Shower Gathering
Make paper garlands, collage pieces, or table decor while celebrating the parent-to-be with stories, encouragement, and reflection.
Friends’ Northwoods Night
Create collages or handmade paper pieces inspired by Ely, shared memories, and time spent together.
Board or Team Gathering
Keep hands busy with a simple collaborative craft while making space for connection, conversation, and team relationship-building.
Custom Celebration
Have another idea? We’d be happy to build something around your event, group, or season.