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Hales Center for the Performing Arts

This spacious, versatile performance, conference and dining center with scenic views of Empire Lakes and surrounding forests has many of the following amenities:

  • acoustically superior 12,000 sq. ft. auditorium
  • 501 comfortable seats
  • fully equipped to handle musical and theatrical performances, presentations, movies, slides and video projection
  • 6 adjoining conference rooms
    • accommodate groups of 15-200
  • 2,000 sq. ft. lobby with ample space for receptions or exhibits
Eden Hall

This 104-seat auditorium is fully multimedia equipped for presentations and lectures. An adjoining lobby and art gallery combine for an ideal reception space.

Lakeside Patio

The lakeside patio is perfect for summer barbecues and outdoor receptions.

Meeting Rooms

The seven Empire Lakeview meeting rooms accommodate 10-200 people depending on the setup desired. All have peaceful views of Empire Lake and are fully equipped for multimedia presentation.

Lighthouse Depot

With a big screen TV, VCR/DVD, game room, large comfortable sofas and chairs, a covered patio, barbecue, outdoor sand volleyball pit and basketball court, this is an excellent space to host a group function. Conference attendees may also use the coin operated laundry facilities. This is also a perfect location for meeting registration and housing check-in.