iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%84+53.4Reliability 28%95+26.8Replies to reviews 8%76+6.3Momentum penalty88−1.2Experts Score= 85Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.85SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#14 of 49 event venuesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 73%
4.8★★★★★65 Google reviews · 24 photos
86%five-star reviews
4.71★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate this Sedalia venue 4.8 out of 5 based on 65 reviews, frequently highlighting its industrial aesthetic, natural lighting, and spacious open floor plan. Staff communication is described as responsive and flexible, with amenities including bridal suites and easy vendor access via roll-up doors. Recurring criticisms note that the open space creates significant echo for sound systems, and some guests mention limited parking availability.
Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 65 reviews (86% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 65 Google reviews (43 with written comments, 7 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 88% of reviews.
Most recent review: September 27, 2026.
Service: Event Venue serving Sedalia, Missouri.
Data from Google, last updated October 31, 2026.
Score profile vs other event venues
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: reliability and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.
This companyEvent Venues median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Foundry 324 Weddings & Events: 84/100 on this factor. Category median: 76.A
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ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Foundry 324 Weddings & Events: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
95
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 88.–
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Foundry 324 Weddings & Events: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Foundry 324 Weddings & Events: 76/100 on this factor. Category median: 34.B
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Star ratings
65 Google reviews we collected
4.8of 5
5 stars5686%
4 stars812%
3 stars12%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 43 written reviews
100%praise
Praise33100%
Complaints00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
5topics
Staff & attitude1648%
Would recommend824%
Communication412%
Speed & response39%
Quality & results26%
What customers talk about
We read 43 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“The tables and chairs were all set up for us which was so nice!”
“We had such a great time and would recommend this venue to anyone needing a venue in the Central Missouri area.”
“Communication and flexibility from the staff was amazing.”
“The owners were so helpful every step of the way, very easy to work with and quick to answer any questions we had.”
“They put so much thought, time, & effort into the styled shoot and have an attention to detail like I have never seen.”
People customers mention
Jordyn6 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
SShawnLocal Guide · 14 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
I am a wedding Dj and this venue is absolutely gorgeous. I love the easy access roll up door and it was such a beautiful place.
LLurchingRexLocal Guide · 103 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★
Very beautiful little venue! Made it from an old Coca Cola bottling plant! It has a lot of natural light from the huge windows which is really pretty and nice, but can make it a little harder to get people to start dancing when the room is naturally very bright. All in all, pretty good venue, and definitely a unique one!
SSvetlanaLocal Guide · 29 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 8 months ago★★★★★
Recently got married here in October. Communication and flexibility from the staff was amazing. Our day went smoothly and it was so beautiful! Only down is that it’s all open space so it’s super echoey with the sound system.
JJenniferLocal Guide · 244 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
I loved how we got parking very easily, it was rented for 200 people so simple to get to no need to drive far like most sedalia weddings
SSherrillLocal Guide · 156 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
This is a nice venue in downtown Sedalia. It is large enough to hold 500+ people, but still small enough for you to visit people you see in the crown.
KKiraLocal Guide · 19 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Foundry 324 was such a beautiful location for the Boys and Girls fundraiser B&W gala! It was my first time ever going but it was incredibly beautiful, exceptionally clean bathrooms and all around a very inviting and atmospheric venue!!
Very beautiful little venue! Made it from an old Coca Cola bottling plant! It has a lot of natural light from the huge windows which is really pretty and nice, but can make it a little harder to get people to start dancing when the room is naturally very bright. All in all, pretty good venue, and definitely a unique one!
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Kelly HeimbachLocal Guide · 14 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kelly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Recently got married here in October. Communication and flexibility from the staff was amazing. Our day went smoothly and it was so beautiful! Only down is that it’s all open space so it’s super echoey with the sound system.
Response from the owner · 3 years ago
Thank you so much for the great feedback!
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Jennifer JohnstonLocal Guide · 244 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jennifer has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Foundry 324 was such a beautiful location for the Boys and Girls fundraiser B&W gala! It was my first time ever going but it was incredibly beautiful, exceptionally clean bathrooms and all around a very inviting and atmospheric venue!!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much, Kira! We appreciate your kind thoughts about our venue! We hope to have you back at Foundry in the future!
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David OrlovLocal Guide · 52 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Good place, but sadly, if you want a wedding where u can have good sound, this place echos quite a bit. It's very pretty, tho that's what makes up for the last star.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you for the feedback, we are always looking for ways to improve the experience of our guests!
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Francis RehmerLocal Guide · 126 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Francis has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We had our wedding at The Foundry last weekend and could not be happier with the experience! The tables and chairs were all set up for us which was so nice! Virginia and Jordyn are great at responding to emails and texts. They are super knowledgeable and provide a list of other vendors in the area. They go above and beyond to make sure your day runs smoothly and it really did make a huge difference. We highly recommend The Foundry!
Response from the owner · 2 years ago
Thank you so much, Zarah! You were a pleasure to work with!