It was 2006 when crews began work on a major remodel/renovation of the New Wilson Hotel in downtown Anacortes. At one point in the project a big wind took down scaffolding and plastic on the north side of the building. The brick building is now operating under the umbrella of the Anacortes Housing Authority. From […]
A couple of shots of the downtown Anacortes arch in 2005, the first in early June before the “art” was mounted. The second photo was taken in October, art posted, all clean and shiny! (For more photos, type “arch” into search engine on home page)
Photos of a barn and shops that have since given way to the ravages of time. Lake Campbell and downtown Anacortes.
A favorite from my Northwest Adventures files. Family frolic at Artist Point, Summer of 2015.
At this time of year marine layer “fog” is a regular occurrence at Deception Pass. It was August 2005 when I pulled over on the Fidalgo Island side of the bridge for this image.
It’s time once again for the wildly popular Anacortes Arts Festival, August 4-6. Posted here are some photos from festivals past, including 2002, 2006, 2009 and 2011. Artist is Cathy Schoenberg.
An important anniversary in the Pacific Northwest! A post from 1985: “Today, July 31, marks the 75th anniversary of the opening of Deception Pass Bridge (1935). This photo was taken during a mid-span celebration event on the 50th Anniversary of the bridge (1985). Among those pictured is Anacortesan Wallie Funk (center, with water carafe), who […]
Sailboat glides along Fidalgo Bay under light of full moon, as viewed from Cap Sante. May 2012.
On August 30, 2007 Island Hospital proudly hosted a community open house featuring facility additions, renovations and new equipment.
Past scenes from the Fidalgo Bay Resort. An expanded conference center at Fidalgo Bay Resort was taking shape in 2005, as seen from Highway 20. The building, owned by the Samish Indian Nation, would ultimately seat more than 400.
Anacortes Town Crier Judy Jewell opens 4th of July festivities at Causland Park in 2007.
Among outdoor public art items in Anacortes over the years was this sculpture by Leon White titled “The Healer.” March 2012 near the intersection of 12th Street and Commercial Avenue.