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When you visit Summerville….

…Stop by the Visitors Center and sip on a complimentary glass of sweet tea as you explore
all the places to see, shop, eat and stay. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff is eager to
assist you with area information. You’ll find area maps and brochures with information about
restaurants, accommodations, attractions and more.

Summerville Visitor Center Hours of Operation:
402 N. Main Street Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Summerville, SC 29483 Saturday 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sunday 1-4 p.m.
Or give us a ring, we’d love to Closed for the following holidays:
Summerville’s New hear from you. New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday,
(843) 873-8535
Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
Community Center

Former Armory to Become
Multipurpose Facility for the Town

A historic structure is getting a makeover in
Summerville, and the entire community will be
able to enjoy the final product.
The renovated building, recently named
the Rollins Edwards Community Center at the
Armory in honor of the late WWII veteran and
Summerville leader, will become a multi-faceted
community recreation center with opportunities
for indoor basketball, volleyball, fitness classes,
art classes, after-school programs, and summer
day camps. The renovated facility will also
offer numerous multipurpose rooms that can
serve a variety of events including business and
civic group meetings. The entire facility will
be available to rent for large events including
wedding receptions and banquets.
“ The renovated National Guard

Armory will not only provide residents
with a place to host larger events
such as receptions and indoor
concerts, but it will also provide
a place for indoor recreational

currently lacking in our overall park
and recreation facility inventory.
opportunities, something that is “
Doyle Best
Manager of Parks and Recreation
for the Town of Summerville

The renovation will cost $4.2 million. The
town approved construction of renovations in
March 2018, and the project is expected to be
completed later in 2018.
~by Dana Brown

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