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W.E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center at Smith Mountain Lake
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775 Hermitage Road
Wirtz, VA 24184 - FAX: (540) 721-2766
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Located on the scenic shores of Smith Mountain Lake, the W.E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center is a top-tier venue for hosting corporate events, business meetings, team-building retreats, conferences, reunions, and special occasions. With over 20,000 square feet of flexible event space, this conference center is perfect for any event, from small workshops to large conventions. The center’s variety of indoor and outdoor spaces makes it an ideal choice for organizations looking for a venue that combines professional facilities with a serene, natural setting.
The center offers multiple event spaces to suit your needs. The auditorium with stage is perfect for large events, seating up to 400 guests for a sit-down dinner or conference. For a more casual outdoor event, the Open Air Pavilion (Covered) can accommodate 400 guests at picnic tables, while the Willard Pavilion (Covered), located on the water, offers seating for 200 guests, perfect for receptions or outdoor meetings. The Reid Jones Jr. Lodge has two levels, with the upper level hosting 50 guests theater-style and 70-75 guests for a stand-up reception, while the lower level accommodates 100 guests theater-style. The Taubman Conference Center is ideal for smaller gatherings, with a capacity of 90 guests for a stand-up reception or 112 guests theater-style, making it a great option for corporate seminars and business meetings.
With high-speed internet, state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, and on-site catering services, the W.E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center provides everything you need for a seamless event experience. The waterfront location adds an extra layer of appeal, offering water activities, hiking trails, and a variety of outdoor recreational options, ensuring your guests enjoy both work and relaxation. Ample parking is available, and the venue is easily accessible from surrounding areas, making it a convenient choice for local and out-of-town guests.
For your next corporate conference, team-building event, workshop, or family reunion, the W.E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center at Smith Mountain Lake offers the perfect venue to host memorable and productive events.
Directions
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Directions:
From Roanoke
- From I-81 take exit 143, I-581 S (220 S), through Roanoke and Boones Mill.
- Continue past Boones Mill on 220 S for 4.2 miles to Wirtz Rd. (Rt. 697). (There will be an Exxon & Dairy Queen/Bojangles on the left, & Franklin Motel on the right.)
- Turn LEFT onto Wirtz Rd. (Rt. 697). Follow Wirtz Rd. for 5 miles to the stop sign.
- At stop sign, turn LEFT onto Rt. 122 N (Booker T. Washington Highway). Go 1 mile to Burnt Chimney Rd.
- Turn RIGHT onto Burnt Chimney Rd. (Rt. 670). Follow Burnt Chimney Rd. for 6.7 miles to Rt. 668. (Dudley's Schoolhouse Store will be on the right directly past the road.)
- Turn RIGHT onto Rt. 668 (Lovely Valley Rd.) Follow for 0.7 miles to the stop sign.
- Turn RIGHT onto Rt. 944 (Crafts Ford Rd.) Follow for 1.6 miles to a sharp curve. Turn left onto Hermitage Rd. (Rt. 669).
- Follow Hermitage Rd. to the 4-H Center. - Major Access Routes: Rt. 122
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- Total Number of Rooms: 95
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Facility Info
- Largest Room7130
- Total Sq. Ft.15626
- Number of Rooms21
- Sleeping Rooms95
CAB-Auditorium
- Total Sq. Ft.: 7130
- Width: 58.5
- Length: 122
- Theater Capacity: 460
- Banquet Capacity: 400
- Reception Capacity: 410
CAB - Stage Section
- Total Sq. Ft.: 2048
- Width: 35
- Length: 58.5
- Theater Capacity: 100
- Banquet Capacity: 80
- Reception Capacity: 120
CAB - Center Section
- Total Sq. Ft.: 2340
- Width: 40
- Length: 58.5
- Theater Capacity: 160
- Banquet Capacity: 160
- Reception Capacity: 130
CAB - Dining Section
- Total Sq. Ft.: 2750
- Width: 47
- Length: 58.5
- Theater Capacity: 200
- Banquet Capacity: 160
- Reception Capacity: 160
Agent's Office
- Total Sq. Ft.: 370
- Width: 19.5
- Length: 19.5
- Theater Capacity: 25
Taubman Conference Room
- Total Sq. Ft.: 1500
- Width: 37.5
- Length: 40
- Theater Capacity: 120
- Classroom Capacity: 72
- Banquet Capacity: 54
- Reception Capacity: 120
Taubman Lobby
- Total Sq. Ft.: 816
- Theater Capacity: 25
Svoboda Lobby
- Total Sq. Ft.: 292.5
- Theater Capacity: 25
Flora Lobby
- Total Sq. Ft.: 292.5
- Theater Capacity: 25
Skelton Lobby
- Total Sq. Ft.: 701
- Theater Capacity: 40
Hancock Lobby
- Total Sq. Ft.: 701
- Theater Capacity: 40
RJJ - Upper Conference Room
- Total Sq. Ft.: 612
- Width: 18
- Length: 34
- Theater Capacity: 50
- Classroom Capacity: 36
- Banquet Capacity: 32
- Reception Capacity: 55
RJJ - Conference Room A
- Total Sq. Ft.: 306
- Width: 18
- Length: 19.6
- Theater Capacity: 25
- Classroom Capacity: 18
- Banquet Capacity: 16
- Reception Capacity: 25
RJJ - Conference Room B
- Total Sq. Ft.: 306
- Width: 18
- Length: 16.5
- Theater Capacity: 25
- Classroom Capacity: 18
- Banquet Capacity: 16
- Reception Capacity: 30
RJJ - Lower Conference Room
- Total Sq. Ft.: 1535
- Width: 30.5
- Length: 50
- Theater Capacity: 120
- Classroom Capacity: 72
- Banquet Capacity: 96
- Reception Capacity: 125
RJJ - Lower Conference Room D
- Total Sq. Ft.: 546
- Width: 30.5
- Length: 17.9
- Theater Capacity: 40
- Classroom Capacity: 24
- Banquet Capacity: 32
- Reception Capacity: 40
RJJ - Lower Conference Room E
- Total Sq. Ft.: 443
- Width: 30.5
- Length: 17.1
- Theater Capacity: 40
- Classroom Capacity: 24
- Banquet Capacity: 32
- Reception Capacity: 40
RJJ - Lower Conference Room F
- Total Sq. Ft.: 546
- Width: 30.5
- Length: 17.9
- Theater Capacity: 40
- Classroom Capacity: 24
- Banquet Capacity: 32
- Reception Capacity: 45
JOCO Classroom
- Total Sq. Ft.: 454
- Width: 16.5
- Length: 27.5
- Theater Capacity: 20
- Classroom Capacity: 20
JOCO Large Meeting Room
- Total Sq. Ft.: 897
- Width: 23
- Length: 39
- Theater Capacity: 85
- Classroom Capacity: 48
- Reception Capacity: 85
Welcome Center Board Room
- Total Sq. Ft.: 704
- Width: 22
- Length: 32
- Classroom Capacity: 30
