Host Your Event in the Heart of Historic Mandarin!
WELCOME to the newest outdoor event venue in Mandarin... The Harriet Beecher Stowe pavilion at the Mandarin Community Club!
This covered pavilion has overhead fans to moderate the Florida climate and lights for day or evening events! A huge up lit ancient oak sits nearby as the perfect background for your wedding or special event. And the historic Community Club sits right next door with the perfect catering kitchen. Email [email protected] or call for info, dates and rates.
The Mandarin Community Club is the perfect location for your next event whether it's a wedding, party, or a neighborhood meeting. A charming historic exterior with updated and well-maintained interior, the Mandarin Community Club is available for rent year round.
Located in the heart of historic Mandarin near the St. Johns River, the Club building was once the Mandarin School founded by author, Harriet Beecher Stowe (Uncle Tom's Cabin) in 1872 and is a historical landmark. During World War I, citizens of Mandarin formed the Liberty League (group founded the Mandarin Community Club in 1923 with Walter Jones as their first president) met regularly at the Mandarin School to work on initiatives to support our allies and troops. In 1936, the building was purchased by Edwin & Carr Mina Jones and presented as a gift to the Mandarin Community Club.
The Mandarin Community Club's facility features include:
For previous examples of rentals at the Mandarin Community Club, please check our Rental Gallery.
Located in the heart of historic Mandarin near the St. Johns River, the Club building was once the Mandarin School founded by author, Harriet Beecher Stowe (Uncle Tom's Cabin) in 1872 and is a historical landmark. During World War I, citizens of Mandarin formed the Liberty League (group founded the Mandarin Community Club in 1923 with Walter Jones as their first president) met regularly at the Mandarin School to work on initiatives to support our allies and troops. In 1936, the building was purchased by Edwin & Carr Mina Jones and presented as a gift to the Mandarin Community Club.
The Mandarin Community Club's facility features include:
- Kitchen with 2 full-size electric ranges with 2 large ovens & 2 microwaves; 20 cu. ft. refrigerator/freezer; and commercial size refrigerator
- Historic and real hardwood floors--perfect for dancing!
- Fifteen 6-ft and two 8-ft rectangular tables and 100+ folding chairs included in rental
- Hall is about 1500 sq. feet and accommodates 80 to 115 people
- Handicap accessible and ample parking for guests
- Gazebo at the Billard Commemorative Park available with Club Rental for additional fee
For previous examples of rentals at the Mandarin Community Club, please check our Rental Gallery.
Building Facilities & Grounds
We take great pride in our historic structure, a unique setting for any event. Help us honor the history of this building with great care and respect during use as an event venue.