Facility Rental at the
OKEFENOKEE Heritage Center
We have something for all occasions
Facility rentals at OHC are comfortable, casual, and cost-effective. Make your special event memorable by hosting it on the beautiful wooded OHC campus.
The Okefenokee Heritage Center offers a variety of venue sizes for rent to groups and organizations. The Community Room is perfect for a business presentation or lecture, while the Warehouse is perfect for a dance or a hoe-down. Whether you are interested in hosting an intimate gathering or a larger group, the OHC has a facility just right for you.
For reservation and fee information, email okeheritage@gmail.com or call 912.285.4260.
Depot/Warehouse
The Okefenokee Heritage Center’s rustic Depot/Warehouse can accommodate groups of over 150 people. The area features large decks with handicap accessible ramps, men’s and women’s restrooms, and outdoor picnic tables. The large open Warehouse is decorated with a mural landscape. It seats 75-80 for dinner or 125+ in concert seating. The Depot consists of two large rooms and has kitchen facilities. Each room can seat 50+ for dinner. This area is not carpeted and is not climate-controlled.
Art Gallery
The Okefenokee Heritage Center’s Art Gallery, located in the main building, can accommodate up to 75 people for receptions. The Art Gallery showcases local artists of multiple mediums, offering an abundance of interesting conversation starters. This uncarpeted, climate-controlled venue is most suited to receptions and lectures. It is conveniently located near a kitchen facility. Although located near public restrooms, they are not wheelchair accessible.
Community Room
The Okefenokee Heritage Center’s Community Room is located in the Main Building. This room offers comfortable seating for 50 and conference tables. This venue is most suited to receptions, classes, presentations, memorials, and showers. The Community Room has a large projector screen and projection capabilities as well as a refreshment area. The room is carpeted and climate-controlled with easily accessible restroom facilities; however, the restrooms are not wheelchair accessible.
The Mr. Willie R. Character Entertainment Venue
This free-standing climate-controlled venue is located near the rear of the OHC campus, offering a private, self-contained location. The venue can easily seat 100 in a lecture setup, or can be arranged with tables for dining. This uncarpeted venue is also well-suited to dances and dance classes. The space features a small stage perfect for intimate performances or lectures. Named after local musician and educator Mr. Willie Rogers Character, this facility houses displays of the entertainment history of the Okefenokee Region, including entertainers who performed at the Waycross City Auditorium, as well as movie and sports memorabilia. The building does not have restroom or kitchen facilities. Guests can use either the Depot or the main building facilities.
Okefenokee Heritage Center
1460 N. Augusta Avenue, Waycross, GA 31503
t: 912 285 4260 e: okeheritage@gmail.com
Admission:
Adults: $5 | children under 5's are FREE
Seniors, Veterans and children under 12: $3
Center Hours:
Tuesday - Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday 9:00am - 2:00pm
Closed: Sunday and Monday