RUTHERFORDTON CLUBHOUSE
The Rutherfordton Clubhouse is the community center for the Town. Built in the mid 1930’s from the trees cut on the site used in the log construction, the Clubhouse was the result of a partnership between the Civilian Conservation Corps, the Town of Rutherfordton, Rutherford Hospital and other private donors. The facility has been used by generations for weddings, receptions, showers, anniversaries, birthday parties, civic organizations, family reunions, class reunions, dances, Christmas parties, business luncheons, non-profit organizations, and individual private parties.
The Clubhouse is currently undergoing a renovation to upgrade the current amenities and grounds and will not be available for rent until phase one is completed (estimated to be fall 2008). Phase one will begin in fall 2007 with the renovation and expansion of the existing clubhouse to improve accessibility for citizens with disabilities, increase capacity, create a caterer-friendly kitchen, improve parking, and make the meeting space for adaptable for a variety of events while restoring the historical aspects of the structure. Phase two will include the development of fitness trails, greenspace, and a picnic shelter on the grounds. The grounds will also host a spur of the Overmountain Victory Trail currently being developed as part of the Heritage Trail System.
The renovation is being funded in large part by private donations and donations are still being accepted. You may send donations to Rutherford Town Revitalization / Clubhouse Restoration Project, 129 N. Main St., Rutherfordton, NC 28139. For more information regarding fundraising and donations, please contact Christy Bare at (828) 286-8997. As both the Town and Rutherford Town Revitalization are not for profit entities, donations may be tax deductible.