Welcome to Big Raven Farm!

A 15 acre retreat center in the heart of the beautiful Driftless region. Where Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa Meet.

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  • Yoga Retreats
  • Scrapbooking & Quilting Events
  • Art Classes & Maker Weekends
  • Weddings & Reunions
  • Showers & Parties
  • Corporate Events

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  • 1200 sq ft Event Center / Studio
  • 800 sq ft Dining Room for 60
  • Commercial Kitchen
  • Sleeps 14+
  • Private Summer Cottage
  • 2-Mile Walking Trail

 

Upcoming Retreats

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Weddings & Private Events

Big Raven Farm offers a perfect backdrop and exceptional venue for weddings and intimate events. Celebrate milestones and create lasting memories with your loved ones at our breathtaking event and retreat center in the heart of the beautiful Driftless region.

A romantic ambiance, sophisticated vibe, and a variety of exquisite healthy dishes all rolled into one for your event.


Want to Hold Your Own Retreat at Big Raven Farm?

Interested in holding your own (yoga/artist/writer/etc.) retreat at Big Raven Farm? Contact Joleen Emery at 301-706-9163 or hello@bigravenfarm.com!

 

What’s New in Our Blog…

  • We're Not Quite Done Yet: Three More Retreats at Big Raven Farm in 2026

    As our 2026 retreat season winds down, I'm reflecting on what another wonderful year at Big Raven Farm has taught me. From conversations about Darin's cooking to the guests who can't wait to return, there's plenty to appreciate. And we're not finished yet! Three November retreats remain, with a few openings still available.

  • When Was the Last Time You Made Something Just Because You Wanted To?

    I spend a lot of time making things. Some of it is for our retreats, some of it ends up as artwork around the Farm, and some starts as an idea I just want to try. But I've noticed something about myself. Even when I'm working on something just for fun, I can catch myself thinking about what I'm going to do with it when it's finished. Could it become a project for one of our retreats? Would it look good somewhere in the farmhouse? Is it something I should photograph or save for later? There's nothing wrong with any...

  • The Things You Don't See in the Retreat Photos

    Go behind the scenes at Big Raven Farm as Joleen shares the grocery runs, creative project preparations, and little details that go into a Minnesota retreat weekend.

     

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