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Welcome

Since 1972, the Whidbey Institute has nourished, inspired, grown and changed people. We welcome you to your 2026 journey with us.

A large circular room set up for a meditation or group circle, with chairs arranged in a circle on a wooden floor, each with a pillow or mat in front of it. There is a central area with additional cushions or mats, and a view of tall windows with lush greenery outside.

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Come see us. Walk the land. Sink in. Feel yourself again as part of a larger whole. We believe that the well-being of each of us is deeply connected to the well-being of all living things in this living world.

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Get Inspired

Join a program, be a part of our community events. Learn, grow, be inspired. Have fun, meet others, step into your sense of belonging with us.

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What people are saying…

“Thank you for the Dana Lyons concert. It was outstanding and inspirational in a way we need right now. Please pass on to him that his honesty, perspective, and courage were an incredible source of inspiration for me.”

— Ann Linnea

“Hi Friends!

You have an amazing place. I found it to be extremely clean, have all the modern amenities but also adhering to the older style of decor and architecture. I stayed in the Farmhouse. I so enjoyed making my own fire and relaxing in the evenings and wee hours of the morning when up on "east coast time".

I eat plant based so VERY MUCH appreciated the food. I overate and gained 2 lbs!

— Rebecca M. Hoelsken

“It’s no small thing to take on the responsibility of feeding a retreat community, where meals are not just nourishment, but part of the experience. Stepping into the Whibdey Institute kitchen meant filling some very big shoes — and well-loved pots!

Eliza and her team cooked up new, delicious recipes for us with the same commitment to delicious, nourishing, and thoughtful meals that attend to the varied dietary needs of everyone in our group.

We can’t wait to try more of her delicious meals!”