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Your wedding day. Without a doubt, it's one of the most significant events you will ever experience - when you and the love of your life officially seal the deal and get married. On this day, your friends and family will gather to celebrate the next step in your life. Photographers will be running around snapping photos, catering plates delicious food for guests to enjoy, and the DJ sets the mood for a night of fun and libation. You've worked extra hard to make everything look perfect and run smoothly. You have examined every moving part down to the tiniest detail. At the center of all your effort is your wedding venue in Orangeburg, SC.

Your event space can mean the difference between an unforgettable event and an average occasion. Capturing your uniqueness as a couple is paramount to a memorable wedding. But, without the right venue location and staff, your unforgettable event can turn into a painfully average occasion. Fortunately, at Abney Hall, you won't ever have to worry about dingy reception spaces and crummy chow halls.

Constructed in Orangeburg, SC, in 1962, Abney Hall is 15,000 square feet and sits on 500 acres of land, making it a large wedding venue unlike any other. Abney Hall was originally the home of Mrs. Josephine Abney, a Orangeburg native who was a lifelong philanthropist. Mrs. Abney devoted much of her time and effort towards supporting charities, educational institutions, hospitals, and other noble efforts. Today, Abney Hall stands tall as a symbol of love, both in our community and for the couples who choose to get married here.

Abney Hall is an exclusive event experience unlike any other, surrounded by verdant forests and sparkling ponds. Our venue is a natural fit for several occasions, including:

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The Top Wedding Venue in Orangeburg, SC

The beginning of your life starts at Abney Hall. With our team by your side, we can create the fairy tale wedding you have dreamed about since childhood. Whether you have 100 guests or 1,000, our waterfront ceremony locations and French-inspired courtyard are perfect for your big day. Celebrate in luxurious style surrounded by shady magnolia trees, a private forest, large ponds, and the beauty of Mother Nature. While our venue location and aesthetic have been praised far and wide, so too have the practical aspects of Abney Hall. Looking for a relaxing, comfortable spot for your bridal party to get ready in? We offer an entire floor in the Abney Hall residence to get the bridal party ready. Want to make your groomsman feel extra-special too? We've got a private, plush house just feet from a sparkling pond that is a proper hangout spot for the guys in your group.

To make life easier on you, we also offer Abney Hall as your go-to spot for rehearsal dinners. Why book an expensive restaurant or travel to another location when unmatched beauty and convenience are right at your fingertips? Abney Hall is just the place for that very important dinner the night before your big day. We are also happy to host your bridal shower at Abney Hall. Our venue makes for one of Orangeburg's most unique bridal shower settings, where your family and friends can gather to give gifts and be merry before you walk down the aisle.

With such a large, magnificent house and a vast property, Abney Hall also makes for an unforgettable location for your bridal portraits and other wedding-related photography needs. Don't take our word for it - book a tour and see for yourself why so many new brides and grooms choose Abney Hall as their wedding venue in Orangeburg.

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What Sets Abney Hall Apart from Other Wedding Venues in Orangeburg?

You've already found the person you want to spend the rest of your life beside. The next step? Finding the perfect wedding venue for your ceremony, reception, and celebration of your lifelong commitment to one another. Remember, the backdrop for photos, dancing, eating, and all other activities will be at your wedding venue. That's why we work so hard to set Abney Hall apart from our competitors - so you and your guests can focus on love and living your new life while we work with your vendors and photographers to make your magic night a reality.

Here are just a few reasons why guests choose Abney Hall as their wedding venue in Orangeburg, SC, along with some helpful tips from our experienced wedding venue staff:

Venue Size

Choosing the appropriate-sied venue for your desired guest count is a critical decision. A venue's capacity affects the number of people you need to consider having at your ceremony and reception. As you're first starting out, we recommend having a guest count in mind as you're searching for the right venue. Try to stick with that number. You may fall in love with a particular venue, but if its max capacity can't accommodate your guest count, it may be time to cross them off your list.

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Abney Hall Pro Tip:

Keep in mind that this is your big day. You shouldn't feel obligated to invite the college roommate you shared a dorm with for one semester. At the end of the day, your wedding venue should be one that can accommodate those closest to you. Abney Hall is equipped for both small and large weddings, consisting of 500 acres of forest, ponds, and lush natural beauty. Whether you want an intimate wedding with only your best friends or a grand ceremony with hundreds of people, we have the right amount of room to make you comfortable.

Location and Nearby Lodging

On your big day, you're likely to have friends and family traveling in from other parts of the state or country. These folks will need a place to stay during and even after your wedding. Accessibility and ease are important factors when it comes to choosing your wedding venue for both you and your guests.

Located in Orangeburg, SC, Abney Hall is situated in a memorable, natural setting, giving your wedding a private vibe in the midst of Mother Nature. While we pride ourselves on having a secluded wedding event space, our venue is within an easy driving distance of hotels and vacation rentals.

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Abney Hall Pro Tip:

When you contact us for a tour, make sure to speak with our experienced venue manager about nearby hotels and shuttle service options. We understand that your guest's comfort and convenience are important, and we're happy to work with you to figure out the best way to get your guests to Abney Hall.

Venue Staff

At Abney Hall, our staff has earned its reputation as one of the industry's most friendly, accessible teams. We will provide you with a purpose-minded point of contact that can help answer questions relating to timelines, preferred vendors, and every aspect of your wedding. When you tour our wedding venue in Orangeburg, SC, for the first time, we want you to feel like you have all the information you need to make an informed purchasing decision.

We would be happy to go over:
  • Venue Pricing
  • Ceremony Specifics
  • Reception Specifics
  • Catering Possibilities
  • Decorating Possibilities
  • Entertainment Options
  • Photography and Photo Opportunities
  • Venue Amenities
  • Bridal Party Needs
  • Groomsman Needs

At Abney Hall, our goal is to be your first resource when it comes to setting up and coordinating the details of your wedding day.

Decor

When it comes to your wedding's decor, you probably already have a few ideas in mind. We love it when our brides and grooms have a vision in mind because one of our greatest joys is turning that vision into a reality. At Abney Hall, our team is available to help you and your decorator fit, accent, and accommodate your fairy-tale wedding - whatever that may be.

Are you looking to dress up your wedding with decorations galore? Just want to add a few accents that tie into your preferred color palette? Abney Hall is versatile and ready to help however we are able.

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Abney Hall Pro Tip:

If you're thinking about bringing in your own greenery, lighting, floral pieces, and more, we recommend discussing your vision with us on your initial tour of our event space. That way, we can get a head start on making your big day exactly how you envision it.

Photo Opportunities

10 years from now, when you and your spouse are celebrating your anniversary, you will pull out photographs from your wedding and will reminisce about the unforgettable time you spent at Abney Hall. Your wedding photos will be with you forever, and as such, we work closely with you and your photographer to suggest extra-special photo op spots that you can only find on Abney Hall grounds.

From the grand staircase and French-inspired courtyard to our manicured gardens and lovely pond, there is no shortage of photo-op locations for your photographer to choose from. As one of the most popular wedding venues in Orangeburg, SC, we have worked with dozens of photographers over the years.

Our experience has allowed us to cultivate a list of preferred photographers - all of whom have the talent to take your pictures to the next level in a setting they're familiar with. We encourage you to check out our gallery to get a sense of the scope of our wedding venue and gain inspiration from other happy couples.

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Abney Hall Pro Tip

The gallery on our website is extensive but be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages as well. We keep our social pages updated with recent wedding photographs, giving you an incredible resource that you can use for your own photography purposes.

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The Premier Corporate Event Venue in Orangeburg, SC

Abney Hall is known across the United States for our stunning weddings, but we also play host to some of the largest corporate events in South Carolina. Why choose a bland, lifeless meeting space when you can enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature coupled with a professional atmosphere? If you have an important team-building event or corporate conference that you have to coordinate, look no further than Abney Hall.

The epitome of class and style, our corporate event space is large, lavish, and chock-full of onsite amenities for you and your co-workers to enjoy. If your team needs a morale boost, don't bring them to the local Olive Garden for a cheap lunch. Treat them to a refreshing experience in our main dining room, where we can work with you to incorporate your catering options with the goals of your event.

When the hard work is done, and your team needs a breather, what better way to relax than with a quick dip in our pool? To burn off a little steam, head over to our brand-new tennis court - the perfect place to get some exercise in an ultra-private setting while you enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. Don't forget to bring your fishing poles for a couple of hours of fishing. There's even an opportunity to go hunting if you wish.

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If you're ready to learn more about Abney Hall as your wedding venue, don't hesitate to reach out. We would love to hear more about your plans, your vision, and your needs. We know that planning a wedding isn't easy. It takes time, attention to detail, and a whole lot of patience. Our goal is to help provide you with all the info you need to learn more about our venue. Once you decide on a date, we'll work closely with you and your vendors to craft a wedding experience that you will treasure for the rest of your life.

Our available dates for your big day are going quick, especially during peak seasons like spring and fall. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

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Latest News in Orangeburg, SC

New clinic brings health care to South Carolina’s underserved Orangeburg-area community

Download imageClemson Rural Health continues to expand health care services to South Carolinians with the opening of a new clinic in Orangeburg. The Clemson Health Clinic at Orangeburg (CHC-O) is the third Clemson-run clinic to open and will provide life-saving services in a largely underserved part of the state, both through fixed health care facilities and mobile health units.E...

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Clemson Rural Health continues to expand health care services to South Carolinians with the opening of a new clinic in Orangeburg. The Clemson Health Clinic at Orangeburg (CHC-O) is the third Clemson-run clinic to open and will provide life-saving services in a largely underserved part of the state, both through fixed health care facilities and mobile health units.

Elected and appointed officials who attended a May 25 ribbon-cutting hailed the partnerships that made the clinic a reality and celebrated its opening as transformative.

Clemson Rural Health is part of the Clemson University College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences and an extension of the University’s land-grant mission.

Clemson Rural Health has served the Lowcountry for over a decade through mobile health clinics but was restricted by travel distances from their home base in Walhalla. This new hub clinic, located at 1181 Hutto Street in Orangeburg, will allow Clemson to have a consistent and elevated impact on the health and well-being of Orangeburg, Bamberg, Barnwell and Calhoun counties.

The full-time, fully staffed primary care facility will provide in-person appointments, telehealth and remote patient monitoring along with two mobile health units for outreach into rural counties, and a highly qualified, multidisciplinary team to the community. Led by nurse practitioner, Donna Atkinson, a prominent certified diabetes care and education specialist in the region, the clinic will heavily focus on chronic disease prevention and management.

The May ribbon-cutting event included tours of the brick-and-mortar clinic and its brand-new mobile health units, free blood pressure checks, a healthy cooking demonstration and refreshments.

More information about the future of the CHC-O and Clemson Rural Health’s impact on the state of South Carolina can be found in the 2022 Fiscal Year Impact Report.

The Clemson Health Clinic at Orangeburg is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To schedule an appointment, call 803-516-4227. Learn more at clemsonruralhealth.org.

More information about the future of the CHC-W and Clemson Rural Health’s impact on the state of South Carolina can be found in the 2022 Fiscal Year Impact Report.

Orangeburg officials address raw sewage spewing in residents’ yards

ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WIS) - Officials with the City of Orangeburg Public Utilities say heavy rain could be causing raw sewage water to overflow into people’s yards.That’s if you have a manhole located in your area.WIS first started looking into this issue earlier in the day after a resident sent photos showing what appears to be toilet tissue and sewage water spewing out of a manhole on Adden Street located near downtown Orangeburg.The heavy rain came to a halt on Adden Street in Orangeburg but it left behind a ...

ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WIS) - Officials with the City of Orangeburg Public Utilities say heavy rain could be causing raw sewage water to overflow into people’s yards.

That’s if you have a manhole located in your area.

WIS first started looking into this issue earlier in the day after a resident sent photos showing what appears to be toilet tissue and sewage water spewing out of a manhole on Adden Street located near downtown Orangeburg.

The heavy rain came to a halt on Adden Street in Orangeburg but it left behind a mess.

Neighbors believe there is backed-up raw sewage that’s running out into the street and in their front yards.

One woman says the smell is so unbearable she won’t even let her granddaughter come outside to play.

“It’s unsanitary,” said Adden Street resident Marsha Gardner.

Marsha Bellinger Gardner says that’s another reason why she doesn’t allow her granddaughter to come outside.

“I have been having this problem since 2019,” said Gardner.

Gardner says whenever the city experiences heavy rain a manhole on the street will overflow into her front yard leaving behind a gut-wrenching smell and pieces of toilet tissue.

“So there’s like raw sewage water, toilet tissue, comes up through my yard settles in my yard goes back down but then the ground has been saturated with raw sewage water,” said Gardner.

Randy Etters with the Department of Public Utilities for the City of Orangeburg says the five inches of rain and how low the neighborhood sits is what caused the extra spillage.

“Only when we have extraordinary amounts of rain do we have situations like we did last night,” said Randy Etters, Department of Public Utilities.

Etters says the water spewing out is about 90 percent rainwater and the manhole is essentially doing its job by spilling onto the street and then going back into the drainage.

“If it did not allow that discharge, unfortunately, that water would’ve come up into those folks’ homes, because those homes sit as low as that manhole,” said Etters.

But the water did back up into Gardner’s home once years ago and she had to pay the utilities department 1200 dollars to fix the issue.

Etters says that the issue at that time did not have anything to do with the manhole but with the sewer tap that runs from her home.

“The customer owns the line that ties into the sewer so the customer is responsible for any failure to that line,” said Etters.

Officials say they are aware of the issue and will be back out later to disinfect and evaluate the area.

Etters says the city does have a stormwater system and they are performing studies to figure out why the stormwater system can’t hold up against extraordinary amounts of rain.

Etters says there are around a thousand manholes located throughout the City of Orangeburg and if you are experiencing something out of the ordinary with the one located in your area, you’re urged to reach out to the Department of Public Utilities.

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Global solar panel manufacturer creating jobs with new plant in Orangeburg County

ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WIS) - Orangbuerg County will be the host of a global solar panel manufacturer’s first U.S. manufacturing plant.Hounen Solar announced plans to invest $33 million in a new manufacturing operations facility that will create 200 new jobs.The plant is located at 145 Millennium Drive, the company will be leasing a 200,720-square-foot plant. The plant will not only be the first United States plant for Hounen Solar but also the first South Carolina location for the company.Governor Henry McMaster said &...

ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WIS) - Orangbuerg County will be the host of a global solar panel manufacturer’s first U.S. manufacturing plant.

Hounen Solar announced plans to invest $33 million in a new manufacturing operations facility that will create 200 new jobs.

The plant is located at 145 Millennium Drive, the company will be leasing a 200,720-square-foot plant. The plant will not only be the first United States plant for Hounen Solar but also the first South Carolina location for the company.

Governor Henry McMaster said “Hounen’s investment in Orangeburg County not only adds to the state’s growing renewable energy economy but also shows that South Carolina is a place where companies in every industry can thrive. We look forward to creating a strong partnership with Hounen for years to come and seeing the impact of these 200 new jobs.”

The Orangeburg County facility will allow announced plans to invest $33 million in a new manufacturing operations facility that will create 200 new jobs. to develop, manufacture and sell one gigawatt (GW) crystalline silicon PV panels in the U.S.

“We are excited to announce our first manufacturing operations in the United States. Our new solar panel assembly plant will allow us to produce one GW crystalline silicon PV panels for markets in the U.S. We are grateful for the help and support of the South Carolina team and look forward to providing more economic opportunities in the state,” said Hounen Solar Chief Executive Officer Jufang Lv.

The Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved the job development credits related to this project and also awarded Orangeburg county a $500,000 Rural Infrastructure Fund (RIF) grant to help with the costs of building improvements.

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Read More About South Carolina State Women's Basketball

Ensure you don't miss any of South Carolina State's basketball games this season by keeping your browser locked right here. In addition to having the team's complete 2023-24 schedule, you can also see the results from all of their previous games.Catch tons of live college basketball, plus original programming, with ESPN+ or the Disney Bundle....

Ensure you don't miss any of South Carolina State's basketball games this season by keeping your browser locked right here. In addition to having the team's complete 2023-24 schedule, you can also see the results from all of their previous games.

Catch tons of live college basketball, plus original programming, with ESPN+ or the Disney Bundle.

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South Carolina State's 2023-24 Schedule

Date Opponent Score TV
November 9 @ #20 Utah L 108-48 --
November 11 @ UNC Greensboro L 61-30 --
November 15 vs. Coastal Carolina L 73-61 --
November 18 vs. Winthrop L 54-45 --
November 20 @ South Carolina Upstate L 58-53 --
November 24 @ South Dakota State L 72-42 --
November 25 vs. South Dakota L 72-52 --
November 29 vs. Queens (NC) W 76-58 --
December 2 @ Charleston Southern L 68-58 --
December 10 @ Alabama A&M L 62-44 --
December 12 @ UAB L 69-54 --
December 15 @ Presbyterian L 63-52 --
December 19 @ Charleston (SC) L 84-64 --
December 21 @ Furman L 67-43 --
December 29 @ Jacksonville State L 55-41 --
January 6 vs. Norfolk State L 94-33 --
January 8 vs. Howard L 70-46 --
January 20 vs. North Carolina Central L 75-61 --
January 27 @ Delaware State L 61-49 --
January 29 @ Maryland-Eastern Shore L 63-45 --
February 3 vs. Morgan State L 65-59 --
February 5 vs. Coppin State L 63-39 --
February 17, 2:00 PM ET @ Norfolk State -- --
February 19, 5:30 PM ET @ Howard -- --
February 24, 2:00 PM ET vs. Delaware State -- --
February 26, 5:30 PM ET vs. Maryland-Eastern Shore -- --
March 2, 2:00 PM ET @ Morgan State -- --
March 4, 5:30 PM ET @ Coppin State -- --
March 7, 5:30 PM ET @ North Carolina Central -- --

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Read More About South Carolina State Basketball

If you're a die-hard fan of South Carolina State hoops, then arranging your calendar around each game is a top priority. For a full 2023-24 schedule, along with previous results, see the article below.Catch tons of live college basketball, plus original programming, with ESPN+ or the Disney Bundle.South Carolina State's Upcoming Games...

If you're a die-hard fan of South Carolina State hoops, then arranging your calendar around each game is a top priority. For a full 2023-24 schedule, along with previous results, see the article below.

Catch tons of live college basketball, plus original programming, with ESPN+ or the Disney Bundle.

South Carolina State's Upcoming Games

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South Carolina State's 2023-24 Schedule

Date Opponent Score TV
November 6 vs. Voorhees W 65-57 --
November 9 @ South Florida L 96-52 --
November 13 vs. North Florida W 87-77 --
November 17 @ Samford L 89-72 --
November 20 @ Tulsa L 90-70 --
November 22 @ Missouri L 82-59 --
November 25 @ Missouri State L 92-74 --
November 28 @ Furman L 86-78 --
December 2 @ Charleston Southern L 66-64 --
December 9 vs. Bethune-Cookman L 80-71 --
December 11 vs. Jacksonville W 86-85 --
December 16 @ Pittsburgh L 86-50 --
December 18 @ UNC Asheville L 79-75 --
December 22 vs. Brewton-Parker W 101-84 --
December 29 @ Nebraska L 91-62 --
December 31 @ Oklahoma State L 86-70 --
January 6 vs. Norfolk State L 79-72 --
January 8 vs. Howard L 82-78 --
January 20 vs. North Carolina Central W 71-68 --
January 27 @ Delaware State W 66-64 --
January 29 @ Maryland-Eastern Shore W 63-53 --
February 3 vs. Morgan State L 72-70 --
February 5, 7:30 PM ET vs. Coppin State -- ESPN+
February 10, 4:00 PM ET vs. Chicago State -- ESPN+
February 17, 4:00 PM ET @ Norfolk State -- ESPN+
February 19, 7:30 PM ET @ Howard -- ESPN+
February 24, 4:00 PM ET vs. Delaware State -- ESPN+
February 26, 7:30 PM ET vs. Maryland-Eastern Shore -- ESPN+
March 2, 4:30 PM ET @ Morgan State -- ESPN+
March 4, 7:30 PM ET @ Coppin State -- ESPN+
March 7, 7:30 PM ET @ North Carolina Central -- ESPN+

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