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“It needed life. Married
help,” Proctor to wealthy
Hall membership ophthalmologist
director Amy Dr. Frank Proctor,
Williams said. Louise was
“The place was socially active in
falling into her community
disrepair and at and enjoyed
one point they entertaining.
were even selling According to the
some of the history of Proctor
artifacts to pay Hall, “Upon
the bills.” her death, she
Thanks to its bequeathed the
dedicated board estate known
of directors, as The Cedars
membership to the “ladies of
and volunteers, Camden.”
the property For many
has undergone years after that,
a makeover the hall was
and with that, well-known as a
a resurgence in premiere wedding
recognition and and formal event
popularity. venue.
The property Enjoying its
continues to be available for all types of social resurgence today, the venue is quite versatile and
functions, especially weddings and formal parties. perfect for smaller, intimate gatherings, informal
With some of the renovations, the idea is to make parties or even large, elegant events.
Proctor Hall not only an ideal rental venue for The house features large porches, airy, high-
events and social occasions but also a sought-after ceilinged expansive rooms and a formal dining
space for overnight stays. room with banquet table. A gazebo on the
“We have two bedrooms upstairs; one is the grounds is a perfect setting for almost any
bride’s room, the other the groom’s room, with the special occasion.
idea that a newlywed couple could, after a fabulous “It’s hard to beat Proctor Hall for the sheer
reception, spend their first night as a married ambience,” said Ann Boone, president of the board
couple right here. But those rooms are also of trustees. “The grounds are wonderful and the
available for anyone who wants to stay overnight house really lends itself to entertaining. It’s perfect
in unique accommodations, Williams said. “We for almost anything.”
believe if more people know this amenity exists, Craft fairs, home tours and special seasonal
they will want to stay -- I mean, who wouldn’t?” events are frequently hosted at Proctor Hall,
While Proctor Hall does have a modern caterer’s which is also a regular showcase stop for the
kitchen, it does not serve food in the sense that Camden Junior Welfare Leagues Candlelight Tour
a bed and breakfast does. However, the staff of Homes.
is all about accommodation, and one can have Supporters would like to increase membership in
anything from a catered dinner to champagne and support of the property, Williams said. Individuals
strawberries upon request. can join Proctor Hall for as little as $25 per year,
According to the history of Proctor Hall, the which among other benefits allows a 10 percent
home was built by local business leader and discount off rental rates.
Camden Mayor Thomas Durham Salmond around For more information, call (803) 425-1081, email
1823. His granddaughter, Louise Courtney proctorhall2030@gmail.com or visit the website at
Salmond, lived in the house for most of her www.proctorhall.com.

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