Meeting Rooms & Facilities
CITY OF SUMTER PUBLIC RENTAL AND RESERVE FACILITIES
For information regarding the following facilities:
Phone: (803) 436-2640 / (800) 688-4748
Fax: (803) 436-2652
tourism@sumter-sc.com
For Sumter Aquatics Center rental application, please click here.
 BIRNIE HOPE CENTER
210 S. Purdy Street
Gymnasium with Kitchen - Multi-purpose Room - Outside Pavilion
Seating Capacity: Banquet Style Seating - 400 Theater Style - 170
Description: The City of Sumter's three HOPE Centers provide spacious, modern meeting facilities in various areas of the city. Multipurpose rooms, complete with stages and adjacent warming kitchens available, can accommodate large or small groups. The Birnie HOPE Center is conveniently located at 210 S Purdy Street and is available for Friday evening and Saturday rentals. Each facility can seat up to 400 and rents for $50 an hour plus refundable deposit.
BIRNIE HOPE CENTER RENTAL APPLICATION (PDF). Please do not submit rental application or payment before calling to confirm availability.
 GARDEN STREET SHELTER
Swan Lake Iris Gardens - Garden Street
Covered Picnic Shelter - 8 Picnic Tables - Seats 65
Description: The Garden Street Shelter is beautifully situated among towering pines and magnolias on the gently sloping grounds of the Heath gardens, and offers a stunning panoramic view of swan Lake. The facility features eight picnic tables and space for a portable grill (please see Visitor's Center staff for grilling guidelines). Public restrooms are located nearby. The shelter offers a comfortable setting for any outdoor get-together. The shelter rents for $25 and can accommodate 65 guests.
GARDEN STREET SHELTER RENTAL APPLICATION (PDF). Please do not submit rental application or payment before calling to confirm availability.
  HEATH PAVILION
Garden Street
Covered Semi-Open Facility with Kitchen - 21 Large Picnic Tables - Seats 210
Description: Heath Pavilion, a rustic indoor/outdoor facility, is surrounded by a variety of trees, shrubs and flowers in a peaceful setting adjacent to the Heath Gardens. The Pavilion is outfitted with a large warming kitchen, twenty-one large picnic tables, ceiling fans and retractable screens to make it suitable for outdoor functions in most types of weather. Restrooms are located nearby. The atmosphere of the Pavilion accommodates every type of group gathering from a country-styled pig-pickin' to a formal wedding reception. The Pavilion can seat 210. Evening and weekend rental is $60 an hour plus refundable deposit; please call for daytime rate and guidelines.
HEATH PAVILION RENTAL APPLICATION (PDF). Please do not submit rental application or payment before calling to confirm availability.
 MEMORIAL PARK GAZEBO
Hampton Street
Description: Memorial Park Gazebo is a majestic Greek-styled structure located amidst the imposing oak trees and cultivated gardens of the historic district's Memorial Park. It provides a secluded location with a splashing fountain and blanket of lush vegetation as the background for a range of gatherings. The gazebo can be rented in two-hour increments for $25.
MEMORIAL PARK GAZEBO RENTAL APPLICATION (PDF). Please do not submit rental application or payment before calling to confirm availability.
 NORTH HOPE CENTER
904 N. Main Street
Gymnasium with Kitchen - Multi-purpose Room
Seating Capacity: Banquet Style Seating - 400 Theater Style - 170
Description: The City of Sumter's three HOPE Centers provide spacious, modern meeting facilities in various areas of the city. Multipurpose rooms, complete with stages and adjacent warming kitchens available, can accommodate large or small groups. The North HOPE Center is conveniently located at 904 N. Main Street and is available for Friday evening and Saturday rentals. Each facility can seat up to 400 and rents for $50 an hour plus refundable deposit.
NORTH HOPE CENTER RENTAL APPLICATION (PDF). Please do not submit rental application or payment before calling to confirm availability.
CITY CENTRE
21 N. Main Street
For information phone (803) 436-2640
Description: Located adjacent to the Sumter Opera House, the City Centre features beautiful antique wood floors, exposed brick walls and vast expanses of glass. This historic facility will seat 100 people and accommodate up to 200 people reception-style. Evening and weekend rental is $80 per hour, along with a refundable security deposit. Please call for daytime guidelines and rental rate.
CITY CENTRE RENTAL APPLICATION (PDF). Please do not submit rental application or payment before calling to confirm availability.
 OPERA HOUSE
21 N. Main Street
Phone: (803) 436-2581
Fax: (803) 436-2615
Auditorium: Seats 520
SUMTER OPERA HOUSE RENTAL APPLICATION (PDF). If you are having difficulty accessing an electronic copy of the application, hard copies are available at the Swan Lake Visitors Center.
Please do not submit rental application or payment before calling to confirm availability.
RILEY BALL PARK
Church Street
Seating Capacity - 2,000
 SOUTH HOPE CENTER
1125 S. Layfayette Blvd. (Hwy. 15 South)
Gymnasium with Kitchen - Multi-purpose Room
Seating Capacity: Banquet Style Seating - 400 Theater Style - 170
Description: The City of Sumter's three HOPE Centers provide spacious, modern meeting facilities in various areas of the city. Multipurpose rooms, complete with stages and adjacent warming kitchens available, can accommodate large or small groups. The South HOPE Center is conveniently located at 1125 S Lafayette Drive and is available for Friday evening and Saturday rentals. Each facility can seat up to 400 and rents for $50 an hour plus refundable deposit.
SOUTH HOPE CENTER RENTAL APPLICATION (PDF). Please do not submit rental application or payment before calling to confirm availability.
 SWAN LAKE IRIS GARDENS GAZEBO
822 W. Liberty Street - Bland Side
Description: Swan Lake-Iris Gardens Gazebo is a picturesque Victorian-style structure nestled among fragrant spring blooms and the lush green year-round landscape of the historic Bland Gardens. The gardens provide a stunning backdrop and atmosphere for any event; the gazebo is especially popular for springtime weddings. The gazebo can be rented in two-hour increments for $25.
SWAN LAKE GAZEBO RENTAL APPLICATION (PDF). Please do not submit rental application or payment before calling to confirm availability.
  VISITORS CENTER
822 W. Liberty Street - Heath Side
Enclosed Facility with Kitchen - Banquet Style Seats 125 - Theater Style Seats 150
Description: The Swan Lake Visitor Center is a completely enclosed facility conveniently located inside the main entrance to the gardens. A full glass wall frames a stunning view of mature dogwoods and azaleas. The spacious conference/reception area is completely equipped with a warming kitchen, banquet-size tables, round tables, chairs and a professional sound system. The brick walls, tiled floors, and adjustable lighting create a delightful ambience for a variety of occasions. The Visitor Center can accommodate 125 for a seated event and is available for rent at $80 per hour for evenings and weekends, plus a refundable deposit. Please call for daytime rental rate.
SWAN LAKE VISITORS CENTER RENTAL APPLICATION (PDF). Please do not submit rental application or payment before calling to confirm availability.
FOR CITY OF SUMTER AQUATICS CENTER RENTAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
SUMTER COUNTY PUBLIC RENTAL AND RESERVE FACILITIES
EXHIBITION CENTER
700 W. Liberty - Sumter
Phone: (803) 436-2270
Fax: (803) 436-2272
Auditorium: Seats 4,200
Maximum Banquet: 1,500
Meeting Rooms: Classroom Capacity 75-100
MILL CREEK PARK
7975 Milford Plantation Road - Pinewood
Phone: (803) 436-2248
Clubhouse Rustic Facility with Kitchen - Seats 200
Campground - 126 Sites - 15 Horse Stables
SUMTER COUNTY MUSEUM 122 N. Washington Street - Sumter
Phone: (803) 775-0908
Fax: (803) 436-5820
Meeting Room: Seats 65
Heritage Education Center: Seats 150 (Meeting Room, Kitchen, Theater, Patio) (Full Service available)
PATRIOT HALL
135 Haynsworth Street - Sumter
Phone: (803) 436-2260
Fax: (803) 436-2258
Auditorium: Seats 1,013
Meeting Room: Banquet Style - 50 Reception Style - 175
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
155 Haynsworth Street - Sumter
Phone: (803) 436-2248
Fax: (803) 436-2400
Cafeteria: Seats 100, Standing Reception 150
Large Conference Room: Seats 50, Standing Reception 100
Smaller Conference Room: Seats 25, Standing Reception 50
Email: recreation@sumtercountysc.org
CHERRYVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER
4340 Confederate Road - Sumter
Phone: (803) 494-4332
Contact: Nancy Smalls
DELAINE COMMUNITY CENTER
5400 Cain Savannah Road - Wedgefield
Phone: (803) 494-9410
Contact: Suzanne Howard
Seats: 100, Standing
Reception: 150
EBENEZER COMMUNITY CENTER
4580 Queen Chapel Road - Sumter
Phone: (803) 469-7867
Contact: Linda Price
Seats: 75, Standing
Reception: 100
MAYESVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER
10 Pringle Street - Mayesville
Phone: (803) 453-5979
Contact: Gertie Dobson
SPECTRUM COMMUNITY CENTER
1989 Durant Lane - Sumter Phone: (803) 436-2256
Contact: Kim Dault
SOUTH SUMTER COMMUNITY CENTER
630 S. Sumter Street - Sumter
Phone: (803) 436-2254
Contact: Coley White
DILLON PARK SHELTER
1210 Clara Louise Kellogg Blvd. - Sumter
Phone: (803) 436-2248
STATE PARK AND STATE NATURAL AREAS IN SUMTER COUNTY
POINSETT STATE PARK
6660 Poinsett Park Road - Wedgefield
Phone: (803) 494-8177
Office Hours: 11am -12 noon & 4-5pm
Picnic Shelters may be reserved for a fee or, when available, may be used without charge on a first come, first serve basis.
WOODS BAY STATE NATURAL AREA
11020 Woods Bay Road - Olanta
Phone: (843) 659-4445
Office Hours: Thurs. - Mon. 11 am - 12 noon
Picnic Shelters may be used without charge or reserved for a fee.
OTHER AREA RENTAL AND RESERVE FACILITIES
AMERICAN LEGION FAIR MEMORIAL BUILDING
30 Artillery Drive - Sumter
Phone: (803) 316-1937 (9 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
Contact: Larry Ellis
Large Sectional Facility with Kitchen - Accommodating up to 475
AMERICAN LEGION HOME
34 Artillery Drive - Sumter
Phone: (803) 506-2739 (9 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
Contact: Dot Rinehart
Large Facility with Kitchen- Accommodating up to 350
CENTRAL CAROLINA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
506 N. Guignard Drive - Sumter
Phone: (803) 778-1961
Fax: (803) 778-7880
Meeting Rooms: Accommodating 200-500
COMFORT SUITES
2500 Broad Street Extension - Sumter
Phone: (803) 469-0200
Fax: (803) 469-7880
One Meeting Room: Seats 35-50
ECONOLODGE
226 N. Washington - Sumter
Phone: (803) 775-2323 / (800) 457-6884
Fax: (803) 773-9500
Restaurant: Seats 75
Large Meeting Room: Seats - 90, Reception - 250
Small Room: Seats - 30
HAMPTON INN
1370 Broad Street Extension - Sumter
Phone: (803) 469-2222
Fax: (803) 469-2315
One Meeting Room: Seats 35
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
2490 Broad Street - Sumter
Phone: (803) 469-4444
Fax: (803) 469-8433
One Meeting Room: Seats 50
Email: hiesumter@aol.com
MOUNT VERNON INN
2 Broad Street - Sumter
Phone: (803) 773-5551 / (800) 469-0200
Fax: (803) 773-8041
One Meeting Room: Seats 50
QUALITY INN
2390 Broad Street Extension - Sumter
Phone: (803) 469-9001 / (800) 228-2800
Fax: (803) 469-9070
One Meeting Room: Breakdown into three divisional rooms - Banquet Style - Seats 150
SANS SOUCI PAVILION
San Souci Farms
1935 San Souci Road
Sumter, SC 29154
Phone: (803) 499-4572
Contact: Heath Hoover
Covered Semi-Open Facility with Kitchen - Seats up to 250
SHAW AIR FORCE BASE - CLUB SHAW ANNEX
(Active Duty or Retired Military Only or Sponsored)
487 Myers Street - Shaw AFB - Sumter
Phone: (803) 666-3651
Fax: (803) 666-3663
Large Ballroom / Divisional 3 Rooms
Receptions: 500 Banquet: Seats 100
SHAW AIR FORCE BASE - CLUB SHAW
(Active Duty or Retired Military Only or Sponsored)
454 Stewart Ave. - Shaw AFB - Sumter
Phone: (803) 666-3651
Fax: (803) 666-3688
Ballroom: Seats 250 Standing 300
Dining Area: Seats - 100, Standing - 150
Quiet Lounge: Seats - 40, Standing - 75
SHAW AIR FORCE BASE - COMMUNITY CENTER
(Active Duty or Retired Military Only or Sponsored)
Center: Seats -150, Standing - 250
SUMTER JAYCEES
314 Pine Street
Sumter, SC 29150
Phone: (803) 481-7032
Contacts: Hemby Smith
Standing or Theater Style - 175, Banquet - Seats 125
SUNSET COUNTRY CLUB
(Members Only or Sponsored)
1005 Golfcrest Road - Sumter
Phone: (803) 775-5541
Fax: (803) 773-4014
THE O'DONNELL HOUSE
120 E. Liberty Street - Sumter
Phone: (803) 774-0088
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