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National Register of Historic Places

Freestone Store

Also known as Ward’s General Merchandise; Freestone Country Store

On the National Register since 20224 years
Listed 2022Near Occidental

Many listed buildings are private homes. Please enjoy them from the street.

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About Freestone Store

Freestone Store was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Feb 28, 2022. The Register lists it for its commerce and exploration/settlement, at the local level.

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Make it a walk: 2 landmarks in about 5 minutes

500 Bohemian Hwy., Occidental · about 0.2 miles on foot, as the crow flies

  1. 1Freestone StoreStart here
  2. 2Hinds HotelGothic Revival · 0.2 mi on
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1 more Register listing within 2 miles

★ National Historic Landmark · D district · B building · S site. Each opens its own page.

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Questions about Freestone Store

Is Freestone Store on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. It was added on Feb 28, 2022 (Register number 100007484).

Is Freestone Store a National Historic Landmark?

No. It is on the National Register; California has 141 National Historic Landmarks. The nearest is Luther Burbank House and Garden, 12 miles away.

Can you visit Freestone Store?

Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.

Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026). Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.