Freeland Hall

Nestled at the head of Holmes Harbor on South Whidbey, Freeland Hall has been a cherished venue for a wide range of gatherings since 1915. Whether you’re planning a wedding, a family reunion, a corporate retreat, or a special celebration, Freeland Hall provides the perfect backdrop for your unforgettable moments.

Located in Freeland with views of Holmes Harbor, Freeland Hall is ideal for presentations, lectures, and banquets. The 2,400-square-foot historic building offers an event space that includes an upper room for up to 250 guests and includes a stage, projector screen, microphone, a deck with automatic awnings, and a catering kitchen. The lower room accommodates up to 100 guests. Both spaces have WiFi, and the hall is surrounded by Freeland Park. If outdoor event space is of interest, event planners can coordinate with the park.

The history of Freeland Hall reflects the enduring spirit of community and the evolution of a cherished gathering place on South Whidbey. The site that would become Freeland was platted in the 1800s by real estate promoters. Initially known as St. Louis, the area failed to develop into a town. It briefly took on the name Newell, named after the nearest post office at the time. In 1899, a trio of Seattle visionaries—Henry L. Stevens, George Washington Daniels, and Henry A. White—formed The Free Land Association with a visionary goal in mind: to create a utopian society that embraced communal, socialistic ideals. They laid the foundation for Freeland by platting the area into five-acre lots and officially incorporated it on January 12, 1900. The founders of Freeland aspired to create a community where all residents worked for the common good. However, this grand vision of a socialist utopia did not come to fruition, and the Free Land Association declared bankruptcy in 1920.

The idea of constructing a community hall, which came to be known as Freeland Hall, emerged in August 1914. The Freeland Improvement Club spearheaded the project. The hall was built with volunteer labor and was completed sometime after the spring of 1915. Generations have come together to celebrate life’s milestones and create lasting memories at Freeland Hall.

The beloved local annual Mr. South Whidbey Pagent, hosted by Friends of Friends Medical Fund, is held at the Freeland Hall. Its always entertaining!