Looking Back
The Pioneers album: “By Request”
When family from Oak Harbor acquired a turntable, they also scored on a collection of record albums from grandma. Among them was this one: “By Request,” recorded by The Pioneers. The album cover features band members posed at the iconic tree at the top of the Loop Road in Washington Park. The photo was taken […]
AHS Homecoming parade 2007
Those were the days! Who thought there would ever be a fall that didn’t include a Homecoming parade in downtown Anacortes? These photos are from October 12, 2007.
Dakota Creek aerial: 2011
A Summer 2011 flight over Anacortes included this photo of a busy yard at Dakota Creek Industries (DCI). State ferry on syncrolift.
Padilla Bay aerial 2015
Aerial shot of Padilla Bay, dredged channel for boat traffic at top of image. Swinomish Channel leads to bay from LaConner.
NW Career & Tech Academy: 2010
It was 10 years ago this month that dignitaries and guests gathered for the Grand Opening of the Northwest Career & Technical Academy in Anacortes. Recognize anyone in the crowd?
Seasonal fog at Pass: 2005
Each year fall brings fog to Deception Pass, offering a distinct look in an always photogenic setting.
Crowley tug Response: 2007
It’s always exciting to see tugs such as this one working local waters. This 2007 photo was taken from Curtis Wharf, Mt. Baker on the horizon.
City library under construction: 2002
This was an exciting time for lovers of the city’s public library. These photographs show construction status in March 2002.
Shell refinery once Texaco
The refinery now operating under the Shell Oil umbrella began operations as a Texaco refinery in 1958. It later transitioned to Shell ownership. The refinery next door, which began operations in 1955, transitioned from Shell to Tesoro to Marathon (current owner).
Now THAT is a prop!
A crew examines one of two massive propellers on the tugboat “Valor” at Dakota Creek Industries (DCI) in October 2012.
BMW Oracle racing: Anacortes connection
This is an Anacortes waterfront scene in 2008. See the Anacortes Maritime Heritage Center for details about the vessel’s connections to Skagit County. According to Wikipedia, “BMW Oracle Racing won the America’s Cup on February 14, 2010, off Valencia, Spain, beating Alinghi 2–0 in the best-of-three series and becoming the first American syndicate to win […]
Adventuress on Fidalgo Bay
Anacortes guests enjoy a sail aboard the Adventuress, summer of 2016. What a beauty!
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