Savannah, GA—Since opening in 2000, the Savannah Convention Center has been a premier
venue for various events and clients. However, growing demand highlighted the need for
expansion. Completing the $276 million expansion this February has enhanced the facility’s
capabilities, solidifying Savannah’s position as a leading destination for large-scale meetings and
conventions.
This transformative expansion doubles the facility’s size to 660,000 square feet. Enhancements
to existing spaces feature modernized design elements, refreshed color schemes, and state-ofthe-art technology upgrades. Key highlights of the project include:
“The enhanced functionality and aesthetics of the newly expanded facility are second to none,”
said Kelvin Moore, Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Savannah Convention
Center. “In my 30+ years in the industry, I’ve overseen and worked with convention centers
nationwide. None have the simple yet breathtaking views that the Savannah Convention Center
now offers.”
“The expansion equips the Visit Savannah sales team and our sales partners at the SSC with
new opportunities to engage in deeper and more productive conversations with current and
new customers,” said Joseph Marinelli, President and CEO of Visit Savannah. “These
enhancements will allow us to attract a wider variety of events and larger groups that may have
previously faced challenges due to Savannah’s space limitations.”
A new headquarters hotel adjacent to the convention center is also developing, adding to
Savannah’s appeal as a top-tier meeting destination. Combined with the more than 400 rooms
and extensive meeting spaces at the recently renovated Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort &
Spa, the city is primed to compete with larger convention destinations.
“People always love coming to Savannah from a leisure standpoint, but this expansion will truly
put Savannah on the map for meetings and conventions,” said Angela Daniels, Director of Sales
and Marketing for the Savannah Convention Center. “With new spaces showcasing the
destination—like the stunning Savannah Terrace overlooking the Savannah River and the
Landmark Historic District—attendees will experience spectacular views and warm breezes that
set Savannah apart from competing markets.”
Last week the media and local officials were escorted through the building for a private tour of
the new expansion led by GM Kelvin Moore.
The expansion is a pivotal investment in Savannah’s future as a world-class meeting destination,
ensuring the city remains a top choice for convention planners for years.
For more information, contact Myesha Jones at [email protected] or 912.784.1810.
