Located in the heart of Cape Meares, the Barbara Bennett Community Center is the hub of the community and a vital amenity for residents and visitors. Community events such as potlucks, book clubs, yoga and art shows are hosted throughout the year along with private family reunions and wedding receptions.
Learn more about reserving the Community Center for a private event.
Historical Timeline – Bayocean Schoolhouse/ Barbara Bennett Community Center
1949-1953
the Bayocean schoolhouse, Hicks’s house, and Pagoda house(s) were moved off of Bayocean spit to the mainland. Originally the schoolhouse was in the meadow on 4th street on the spit.
1953
December 23, the property at 5690 4th St NW in Cape Meares is leased from Tillamook County for the Bayocean Schoolhouse.
2001 – 2003
South wing/kitchen addition to the Schoolhouse was completed with $60,000 of funds raised by the community and volunteer neighbor-labor.
2014
Shake-shingle siding was installed.
2020
February 29, The Bayocean Schoolhouse was re-named the Barbara Bennett Community Center in tribute to the late Barbara Jo Ann Bennett (Feb. 16, 1932–April 7, 2019).
2025
With donations from the community a few upgrades were made: The floor was insulated; the pellet stove was removed, and a mini-split heat pump was installed.