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Attraction ; Community Center ; Cultural District ; Historic Building / Landmark ; History / Heritage ; Museum

The Bainbridge Island Historical Museum is a nonprofit organization located in Bainbridge Island, a short ferry ride from Seattle. Children and adults alike will enjoy this delightful local museum located in a 1908 Bainbridge Island schoolhouse. Whether you have come to see the Japanese American internment exhibit and the accompanying Ansel Adams photos of Manzanar, or to learn about the Port Blakely lumber mill (which at one time was the most productive lumber mill in the country), the Native American families that used the island as their seasonal hunting and fishing grounds, the explorers who charted Puget Sound and anchored right off the island, the early families who homesteaded the island, or the Croatian fisherman who settled in Eagle Harbor in the 1880s, you won’t want to miss this museum. The research library is available to visitors and is full of interesting things, like oral histories, historical photographs, biographical and subject files, and, of course, history books focused on Bainbridge Island and the Pacific Northwest.

Bainbridge Island Masonic Center

Community Center ; Meeting Space

The Bainbridge Island Masonic Center boasts a 2900 sqft Banquet Hall & a 40-seat classroom, available for rent for your Party, Meeting, Fundraiser, or non profit group. On-Site caterer, WiFi, parking and a central location. The Bainbridge Island Masonic Center boasts a 2900 sqft Banquet Hall, as well as a 40-seat classroom, available for rent for your Party, Meeting, Fundraiser, Wedding, Quinceañera, Bar Mitzva, concert or non profit group. We have an On-Site caterer, a welcoming fireplace in the banquet hall, high-speed WiFi, plenty of parking and a central location on beautiful Bainbridge Island across from the high school.

Bainbridge Island Senior/Community Center

Community Center

Activities at the Senior Center offer an opportunity to keep active in mind, body and spirit, meet other people, make new friends, volunteer and just have fun. They strive to meet the needs of the senior community and provide programs, services and resources in a welcoming atmosphere of kindness, courtesy and acceptance. Anyone may become a member of BISC and for the low annual membership fee of $20 per person. They’re not just for seniors – you don’t have to be a senior (or admit to being one) to be part of the excitement at BISC. Check out the great events coming up and find one that’s perfect for you. Join to learn, play, meet friends, and volunteer.

Island Center Hall

Community Center ; Concert Hall

Island Center Hall 8395 Fletcher Bay Road NE 1700 Sq. Ft. Maximum capacity: 150 This historic hall features hardwood floors, wainscoted walls, traditional ceiling-high windows, and built-in bench seating along each wall. There is a small corner stage with minimal stage lighting. There is a large pull-down projector screen on the front wall, and a piano is available by request. There is also a separate small kitchen space with an apartment sized refrigerator, an electric range, and sink. Electric outlets are minimal: one in the kitchen area, and one in the main hall by the stage. There are two ADA accessible restrooms, and a small “green room” behind the stage. Folding tables and chairs are available on-site. This facility is available to rent when Park District Classes are not in session. To check rental availability:206-842-2302 For nearly 90 years, Island Center Hall has been a focal point of community activities ranging from dances and community social events, to elections and church services. The one thing it hasn’t been is a school. Island historian Katy Warner says, “Everyone thinks it was a school; it never was a school.” The old Island Center School was actually located on the adjacent property, relocated first to the High School, then to Strawberry Hill Park, and finally to Erikson Avenue where it is now the Historical Society Museum. Property for Island Center Hall was donated by W.L. Gazzam and his wife Lulu in August of 1913 to the Island Center Improvement Club. In their donation, the Gazzam’s specified that the property had to be used as “a meeting place for the community of island center”, and “no spirituous liquors will be allowed”, nor could the property be used for “unlawful meetings or purposes”. The improvement club soon organized volunteers and got donations of materials and money to build the building. Besides being used for a great variety of community events, Island Center Hall was the location of the Bainbridge Island Fair for a number of years. In December of 1971, the Hall was given to the Bainbridge Island Park District. At the time, Annie Hansen and Ralph Anderson, the last living members of the original Island Center Improvement Club agreed that the Hall should be preserved for the community by the Park District. Approval of the transfer was also given by Gazzam’s three surviving daughters. Today Island Center Hall continues to serve its intended purpose. Concerts, lectures, weddings, community meetings as well as recreation classes are regular events. Its size and warm wood interior make Island Center Hall a special place and a community treasure.

IslandWood

Attraction ; Community Center ; Meeting Space ; School

OVERVIEW Every day at IslandWood people of all ages engage in thoughtfully-designed experiences to discover new things about themselves and their relationship to the world. We believe nature enhances meetings and retreats by fostering the time and space for deeper thought, reflection, and ultimately, human connection. Groups that host their events at IslandWood find that nature is not just a backdrop, but an integral part of their experience. “AMAZING VALUE FOR A BEAUTIFUL SPACE AND EXCELLENT STAFF! ” – Joy, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation DINING To nourish the mind, we believe you need to nourish the body. We create menus that showcase local, organic, and sustainably sourced ingredients, including some items fresh from our garden. Our kitchen specializes in meeting a wide range of dietary needs and preferences with inspiration and creativity. “OUT OF THIS WORLD. VEGAN AND GLUTEN-FREE OPTIONS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE THAT NEEDED IT. THE MEALS WERE VARIED AND AMAZING AND PLENTIFUL.” – Conference Guest MEETING SPACES & ACCOMMODATIONS Surrounded by views of the meadows and forest outside, our meeting spaces are flexible, light-filled and feature all the essential amenities for a successful off-site meeting or conference. Should your group require an overnight stay, IslandWood has four sleeping lodges that combine the comfort of modern accommodations with the natural rustic beauty of the Northwest. The lodges have a total of 53 guestrooms, each with a private bathroom, and can sleep up to 200 guests. Every lodge has a spacious great room with a fireplace and seating for gathering, game-playing, reading, and relaxing. All beds on our property are made up with organic cotton bedding for a dreamy nights sleep! Event Space Details → ACTIVITIES Hiking, trail running, garden tours, team building activities, canopy tower climbing, scavenger hunts, art activities, and yoga are all available right on our property. And kayaking, sailing, fishing, paddle boarding, beach wandering, mountain biking, and miles and miles of more hiking are available within minutes of IslandWood. INCLUSION AND EQUITY Inclusion and equity are pillars of our organization and we are committed to providing a safe and welcoming space where everyone is honored, valued, and respected. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital, family, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or veteran status. SOCIAL GOOD By choosing to have your meeting or retreat at IslandWood, you’re not only selecting an amazing venue, you’re changing the world for good! The events we host help generate the critical resources necessary to ensure that all students and schools, regardless of their capacity to pay, can participate in our environmental education programs.

Poulsbo Little Norway

Attraction ; Community Center ; Cultural District

Poulsbo's historic Little Norway is one of the Kitsap Peninsula's favorite and most popular destination for visitors of all ages and interests. Stroll down Front Street to explore galleries, museums, and shops in Poulsbo's growing Arts District or stop by one of several waterfront restaurants for a bite to eat overlooking the marina and waterfront park. Poulsbo is very pedestrian, child, and pet-friendly. It is also a favorite for boaters with a picturesque downtown marina. Affordable lodging options are available at the Poulsbo Guest House International and Poulsbo Inn & Suites, both conveniently located near shopping and dining districts. This charming waterfront community welcomes visitors for the day, overnight and for long, relaxing vacations.

Waterfront Park Community Center

Community Center

Centrally located in downtown Winslow, right across from Waterfront Park. This beautiful facility is a perfect spot to meet or drop by for a cup of coffee and a pastry. Open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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