IMAGINE…

When Need Meets Opportunity

The Farley Building was constructed in 1877, consolidating 14 one-room schoolhouses into Hollis's first centralized civic building and high school, serving generations of local children in  grades 1-12. This historic landmark building is ready for rehabilitation to serve the space needs of Hollis. 

Farley Building Features with Addition

Spacious and Flexible Layout

  • Over 12,000 square feet of space 

  • 7 separate rooms (1 room 1220, 6 rooms 525-690)

  • Large performance/multifunction area option

  • Large storage capacity in basement and within classrooms

  • Office, restrooms, and janitor's closet

  • Third floor to be fitted out in the future, offering future expansion potential

Accessibility and Safety Features

  • Handicap access adjacent to rear paved parking lot for 59 cars

  • Elevator extending from the basement to the 3rd floor, providing accessibility to the entire building

  • Fire suppression system and other life safety code components

  • Secure entrance

Central Town Location and Outdoor Amenities

  • Outdoor space immediately available

  • Convenient drop-off/pick-up

  • Expanded front porch for outdoor events

  • Large open lawn space for community gatherings

  • Plans for 60-space parking lot expansion on town-owned land

Additional Documentation

  • Lead and asbestos issues studied and abatement addressed in the renovation plan.

Visit our Documents page for more information.

The Farley Building has officially been listed on the New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places. This prestigious designation, awarded by the New Hampshire Division of Historical Resources (DHR), confirms what Hollis residents have long known: the Farley Building is a significant and irreplaceable part of our town’s story.

Read More…