ANNVILLE — Pennsylvanians who want to host a community function can consider one of 61 Pennsylvania National Guard armories and readiness centers located throughout the state, or the Keystone Conference Center located in Annville.

Maintained by the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, the armories/readiness centers serve as local training facilities for members of the Pennsylvania National Guard. When not being used for training, many are available to be rented by the public.

“These facilities are spacious with plenty of parking and handicap accessibility, making them ideal for reunions, fundraisers, birthday parties, baby showers, or any other community event,” said Marc Ferraro, DMVA’s deputy for Facilities and Engineering. “We welcome people to give us a call to discuss the possibility of renting an armory or readiness center in their town or a destination location.”

To inquire about availability or to rent an armory/readiness center, call the Office of Facilities and Engineering at 717-861-8581 or email: RA-MVPARC@PA.GOV.

Also available to rent is the Keystone Conference Center at Fort Indiantown Gap in Lebanon County. Located on a wooded site on the side of Blue Mountain, above Marquette Lake, the Keystone Conference Center is a 10,000 square-foot facility with ample meeting and entertainment space, along with 125 parking spaces.

“The Keystone Conference Center is a popular destination for wedding receptions and business conferences,” said Ferraro. “It is the ideal place for anyone looking to make the beauty of nature, fresh outdoors and a stunning mountain view a part of their event experience.”