Location of this building
“Liberty Hall served the town as a space for community gatherings. In 1881 it was the largest hall of its kind in Montgomery County, used for events, religious services, and civic meetings. Cattle and livestock auctions were held behind the hall with stables and livery teams available for rent.”
Early photo with the third floor
Liberty Hall originated as a livery stable serving the nearby hotel. In 1881, William D. Hunsberger replaced the original wooden structure with this substantial brick building. Designed as a two-story facility, it featured stables for horses and cattle on the ground floor and a public hall above. The second floor also housed offices for the Souderton Independent newspaper.
Later known as Freed’s Hall, the building became a hub for use by civic and religious organizations. During the 1890s, it hosted fairs and exhibitions showcasing early “talking machines” and kinetoscopes, along with ice skating and even a tightrope performance. Large livestock auctions were often held on the surrounding grounds.
Freed’s Hall and grounds
A third floor was added in 1906, providing space for lodges and civic groups. In 1929, P.K. Fisher of Fisher Furniture purchased the building, using the first floor as a garage and service station and the upper floors for furniture storage.
Today, Liberty Hall continues its tradition as a community space, with offices and meeting rooms above and the Broad Street Grind café occupying the ground floor.
The historical markers were made possible by generous donations from Souderton Connects, Univest Corp, and the Souderton-Telford Historical Society. We hope you enjoy them.
Fortunately the building survived
