History of Huntington Beach Memorial Hall
In the fall of 1919, a group of WWI
veterans gathered in Huntington Beach,
establishing a Post of the American
Legion named “ Joseph Rodman” after
a resident of the City who died from
wounds inflicted in battle. The original
Charter was dated December 18, 1919.
The Post was incorporated in 1940 and renamed Huntington Beach Post 133 in 1941.
Dedicated in 1931, in honor of veterans, the original two-story Memorial Hall was located near Triangle Park. The second story was managed by American Legion Post 133 and the first floor was used by other local organizations, clubs, and for community gatherings.
On December 3, 2022, Memorial Hall was rededicated at 17th Street Park, and will continue to serve the American Legion Post 133, various community organizations and residents.