Holden Village

Holden Village is an education and renewal center, rooted in the Lutheran tradition. We are located in remote wilderness of the Cascade Mountains of central Washington. No roads lead to Holden Village, which makes the journey itself exceptional. Most visitors arrive by boat, taking the historic Lady of the Lake ferry from Chelan or Field's Point to the Lucerne boat dock. There are also a small proportion of visitors who choose to complete the pilgrimage on foot - hiking into the Village from trails connected to the Pacific Crest Trail. The isolation of the Village creates room for a unique way of life at Holden. As a "place apart," Holden inspires rhythms of living that vary with the seasons. Summer offers a diverse program menu from learning sessions by visiting faculty to art courses, family programs, and games. Other seasons offer their own rhythms, providing time for personal reflection, outdoor recreation, exploration of our art and craft studios, and good conversation.