Everything we're most often asked — about booking, dining, lodging, meeting spaces, personal retreats, and the grounds. Don't see your question? Contact us and we'll answer it.
The Solomon Center uses TripleSeat event management software for all events. Your contract arrives by email within four days of scheduling. The email includes a link to your guest portal, where the contract can be viewed and signed electronically.
Signed contracts and deposits are due within two weeks of receiving the contract.
All groups except state organizations submit a refundable damage deposit to secure a reservation — a hold can be placed on a credit card or bank account through the guest portal. State groups submit a purchase order instead.
A deposit secures your dates, and the remaining balance follows a retainer schedule laid out in your contract. Please note: our payment structure was updated in 2026. Previously, a 25% deposit reserved your dates with the balance due on arrival. We now use a deposit plus a scheduled retainer approach — your contract details the specifics for your event.
If the Solomon Center cancels a contract for any reason, all retainers paid to date are refunded. If your group cancels for a reason not otherwise allowed in the contract, cancellation charges may apply depending on how close to the event start date the cancellation occurs. Your contract details the specifics.
Yes. The guest portal accepts credit card and bank account payments. Checks are also accepted.
Make checks payable to ‘Solomon Center’ or ‘Solomon Episcopal Conference Center.’
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When a contract is shared with a guest, the associated dates are held for two weeks. If the contract and payments are not received within two weeks, the dates are released.
Episcopal groups may book an overnight retreat up to three years in advance. All other groups may book up to two years in advance.
Day-only events may be booked up to 18 months in advance.
Yes, with advance notice. We routinely accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, keto, and a wide range of food allergies and dietary needs.
Because all groups dine together in the main dining room, we cannot serve different entrees to each group. We do try to honor special requests and accommodate each group's needs as much as possible. Our chefs use the freshest ingredients available, so menus are subject to change.
Yes. All groups dine together at the designated meal times.
No. Your group may sit wherever it likes. When the dining hall is crowded, we ask that groups fill each table.
Yes. Guests are welcome to dine at the picnic tables or on the porch of the dining hall. Please return all dishes to the designated dish station in the main dining room after each meal.
Standard meal times are 8:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 6:00 PM. On request, meal times can shift 30 minutes earlier or later.
All meals are served buffet-style.
Yes. Please discuss box lunch needs with the Guest Services Manager.
The Solomon Center does not sell alcohol, and no alcohol may be served without prior approval. For events with more than 20 guests, we can arrange receptions with bar service through a private vendor.
Refrigerators are available in the Lodge, Room D, and Room E. Groups are also welcome to use the refrigerator in the Dining Hall building.
Yes, if there are no other groups on campus. The lobby is a shared space, so any activity there cannot hinder use by other groups.
Yes. Each meeting space is individually heated and air conditioned. Thermostats in the meeting rooms are easily accessible; front desk staff can adjust the dining hall and chapel.
Each group is assigned a specific meeting room or rooms, which the Solomon Center may reassign based on group size and needs. Unless otherwise agreed, meeting spaces are available from 4:00 PM on arrival day until 10:30 AM or 1:30 PM on departure day, depending on your last meal. Extended use may be available for $50/hour, subject to availability.
Yes. Individual guests must be at least 21 years old. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults and youth may share a room only if they are related.
Yes, when we have groups in residence with prescheduled meals. Meal times are set by the group or groups on campus.
Payment is made upon completing the registration process, by credit card, EFT, or check.
Guests are responsible for managing their own fires. Wood, newspaper, fire starters, and matches are supplied. If you need anything else, please contact the front desk.
Yes. There are designated fire pits adjacent to the Quad and 2-Story lodging areas.
To serve you well, we need a complete participant list with final meal counts for each scheduled meal no later than three weeks before your event. We assign all lodge rooms, so we'll also need your guests' roommate preferences and any special needs (accessible rooms, first-floor rooms, etc.).
Yes. Please arrange with the front desk to pick up a master key so you can do this.
No. To maintain a peaceful, quiet retreat atmosphere, the lodge rooms do not have televisions. Audio-visual equipment with a DVD player is available in each meeting space.
Every guest room has two queen-sized beds and a private bathroom. Linens are provided.
Not without prior approval. If pets are found in lodging rooms without prior approval, the damage deposit is forfeited.
Not in the rooms, but small hairdryers are available at the front desk in the lodge.
Yes. Each lodge room is individually heated and air conditioned.
Up to four guests may occupy one standard lodge room. Enhanced-accessibility rooms accommodate three guests.
For families, we allow no more than two adults and two children (under 18) in one room. Larger families will need an adjoining room — please contact us for family lodging details.
Standard check-in is 4:00 PM. Early entry must be arranged in advance and may incur an additional fee.
The front desk is open until 5:00 PM. After 5:00 PM, room keys are placed in an envelope labeled with the guest's last name, along with a map to the assigned room, and left on the reception desk for pickup at any time.
All belongings must be removed from lodging rooms by 9:00 AM. A $50 late-departure charge applies per room.
Good walking shoes, an umbrella, bug spray, and a flashlight are essential. The registration desk keeps a few supplies (toothbrushes, hairdryer, iron) in case you forget something.
Yes. All linens — sheets, towels, and blankets — are provided.
For a medical emergency, call 911, then call the main Solomon Center number to reach the staff member on call. For a non-medical issue, call the main Solomon Center number to reach the on-call staff member.
Not without prior approval, unless they are service dogs.
We have 200 acres of rolling, wooded land for walking and relaxing, a basketball court near the Pavilion, a well-stocked 12-acre lake, and an 18-hole disc golf course. Equipment for these activities can be borrowed from the lodge.
Yes. Your group is responsible for its own cleanup — please place all refuse and garbage in the containers provided at the pavilion.
No alcohol may be served without prior approval.
Yes. Catering companies are permitted with a usage fee and an up-to-date Certificate of Liability. Your group may use the grills provided or bring your own food.
We ask that loud music not be played at the picnic pavilion, as it can disturb other guests and nearby residents.
There are board games, puzzles, and a reading library in the lodge. Please inquire at the front desk for details.
Yes. The Solomon Center has free wireless internet throughout the main campus. Guests connect to the guest network “SECC Guest” and agree to the access agreement with a name and email address to sync the network with their device.
The front desk in the lodge is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM when guests are in residence. When the desk is closed, staff members are on call to assist with guests' needs.