Photos by Tag: Anacortes
Walking the dog, Northwest style
Just another sunny day in Anacortes! Pictured here are three dog walkers on the dock at Seafarers’ Memorial Park. Visible in the distance are a Foss tug and majestic Mt. Baker.
Maritime art: 2010
I love this compass rose inlay on the main deck at Cap Sante Marina. This image was taken in the fall of 2010.
Ferry in winter light
Washington State ferry Issaquah arrives back in Anacortes after an island run.
‘Old Ironsides’ once visited Anacortes: 1933
Few people know that the community of Anacortes was once honored with a 5-day visit by U.S. Frigate Constitution, affectionately referred to as “Old Ironsides.” The masted vessel dropped anchor in Anacortes in 1933 during a rare Pacific Coast tour. A program from the event includes a note from Chamber of Anacortes President Ed Schwartz. […]
Port publishes 2023 financial data
The Port of Anacortes recently published statistics from 2023 activities. Last year there were 304,458 metric tons of products moved over Port docks. Jobs on Port property total 1,100. Click here for a copy of the Port’s 2024 budget document, which includes a report from Commission President Bonnie Bowers. (Photo of ship being loaded with […]
Contemplation
I call this image “Contemplation.” Take a close look and you will see why. Viewpoint: Mt. Erie on Fidalgo Island.
Showing off new snowcap
Fresh snow, blue skies. A crisp beautiful day in Anacortes. Temperature 19 degrees at 3:45 this afternoon.
Superstars of local economy
Since they began operations in 1955 (Shell) and 1958 (Texaco), the two refineries on March’s Point in Anacortes have been vital contributors to the local culture and economy. According to an economic impact study published by Western Washington University in 2019, the two refineries employ 841 workers with an average wage of $140,000. They also […]
Public art on the mountaintop
Any visit to Mt. Erie provides opportunity to see this striking art piece by Guemes sculptor Philip McCracken. According to the Museum of Northwest Art in LaConner McCracken, a third generation member of a Skagit Valley family, was born in Bellingham in 1928. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of […]
First Friday Artwalk January 5
Anacortes businesses host the First Friday Artwalk on Friday, January 5 from 6 – 8 p.m. Participants include the following: 419 Commercial Ave., The Majestic Inn and Spa The Majestic Inn and Spa introduces work by artist Megan Marler. Marler’s artwork, produced by Full Circle Concept and Design, is a fun twist of realism and […]
’38 Commander
A beauty from days gone by. 1938 Studebaker Commander, owned by Doug Comstock of Anacortes. Like many vintage cars, this classic’s owner describes it as a work in progress.
Christmas radio broadcast: 2005
Back in the day virtually any community-wide gathering drew the attention of radio station owner/newsman Bill Berry. The local AM station owned by Berry started out with the call letters KAGT, later transitioned to KLKI. Berry, pictured here on the street at the 2005 Anacortes Christmas Parade, had a small staff including a news reporter […]
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