A new wave of creativity is coming to Freeport, anchored in both history and imagination. The Anchored in Freeport Art in Public Spaces Project is a collaborative initiative between the City of Freeport and the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA). Rooted in the city’s legacy as a historic port town, the project will feature a series of 4.5-foot concrete anchors, each uniquely transformed by local artists and displayed throughout the city.
If you’ve lived in Walton County long enough, you know our beaches are more than just pretty postcards — they are part of who we are. The right to walk, sit, fish, and celebrate life on the sand has long been understood as something we all share. That understanding, called customary use, has been at the heart of life along 30A and beyond.
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 30, 2025, from 6 – 9 p.m. for Dine + Dive, an evening that will tantalize all the senses while supporting the nation’s first Underwater Museum of Art. This elevated fine art, food, and wine event brings together the best of South Walton’s culinary scene with tasting stations from beloved local restaurants, carefully curated wine pairings, and a silent auction featuring incredible art pieces.
Live music has an unparalleled power to connect us—it forges shared experiences, strengthens community bonds, and transforms ordinary evenings into extraordinary memories. In Walton County, music is more than just an evening’s entertainment; it’s a vital part of our cultural and economic heartbeat.
In Walton County, where white sand beaches meet tranquil dune lakes and the salty breeze carries the rhythm of waves, Chef Jim Richard stands as a beacon of community and creativity. As the inaugural HWY 331 Person of the Year, Jim has set the standard for what it means to lead with vision, passion, and a deep love for Walton County.
