The Marion Opera House, 109 West Godbold Street, Marion, South Carolina

The two-story rectangular brick structure is a simple classic-revival design.

Erected as the Town Hall and Opera House in 1892, the first floor housed the town courtroom, the town jail, and the fire department. The second floor was used for graduation exercises, public speaking, and theatrical productions.

Radial design louvers are present in each of the four gables. In addition, wooden false dormers on the front and back are superimposed on the low-gabled roof.

It transitioned from a public town building to privately owned businesses, including Gasque Motor Company and Pee Dee Motor Company, until 1983.

Thanks to a lot of hard work and dedicated citizens, the altered exterior, including showroom windows on the south-facing side, was restored. The building has returned to serving as a community gathering place for cultural events, with a 300-seat auditorium utilized by various community and civic organizations.

Much of the original wainscoting and woodwork remain on the interior.

Visit the many historical sites in Marion, SC!

Begin your visit with a tour.

Visitors can obtain a self-guided tour brochure from:

Marion Chamber of Commerce
209 Bobby Gerald Parkway
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-3561

Marion County Museum
101 Willcox Ave
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8299

Marion City Hall
107 S. Main St
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-5961

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