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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.

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.

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