The Willow & Quill

The Willow & Quill, formerly Francis Farms, is a wedding and event venue in Jacksonville, Arkansas, offering a countryside setting for ceremonies, receptions and other celebrations. Event planners can arrange gatherings indoors or outdoors, with several spaces on the property to suit different parts of an occasion.

The main indoor space, The Gathering Place, is a 40-by-60-foot hall for events of up to 175 guests. Its facilities include a bar, flexible seating, a PA system with wireless microphones and Bluetooth, and a DJ loft. Large glass doors open towards the terrace, helping connect the hall with the outdoor setting. For ceremonies, the open-air chapel provides shelter, handcrafted benches and rustic details, with views across the surrounding countryside.

The Hack-n-Shack offers a separate lounge and entertainment space for guests to unwind, mingle or enjoy games. Its features include an indoor putting green, a digital golf driving range, a pool table, arcade games, televisions and lounge seating. The venue also has separate preparation suites for the wedding party, each with a bathroom and shower. A commercial kitchen is available to support catering arrangements, while the venue rental includes black chairs and a selection of rectangular and round tables.

With ceremony, reception, preparation and guest lounge areas together on one property, the venue gives organisers options for shaping the flow of a wedding or celebration. Planners can contact the team to discuss the spaces, facilities and arrangements for their event.