Things to Do on Orcas Island

Health Spa and Relaxation

Last updated on Tue, 6 Jan 2009

Orcas island's Rosario ResortOrcas island's Rosario Resort

127 Beautiful view rooms overlooking Cascade Bay. Marina, 3 pools facilities. Full service dining, Lounge. Seasonal entertainment & organ concerts.

Historical Activities

Last updated on Tue, 6 Jan 2009

Local museum showcases pioneer life and an Ice Age DioramaLocal museum showcases pioneer life and an Ice Age Diorama

This interview with Museum curator Mickey Ryan highlights the exhibits Of the Orcas Island Historical Museum. Highlights include walk through cabins and post office, listening to the oral history project, and discovering the Ice Age fossils of an Ancient Bison, a Short Faced Bear, and the magnificent Giant Clawed Sloth.

Attend the Annual Day Fair at the Orcas Island Historical MuseumAttend the Annual Day Fair at the Orcas Island Historical Museum

The Orcas Island Historical Museum is unique in being the only object-based, interpretive heritage facility for the island, with a permanent collection comprised of approximately 6000 objects, paper documents and photographs.

Tour Robert Moran's Rosario MuseumTour Robert Moran's Rosario Museum

Visit Orcas Island's historic Rosario Resort Museum.

Visit the historic firewatchers tower on Mt. ConstitutionVisit the historic firewatchers tower on Mt. Constitution

This stone observation tower was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1936.

Workshops and Educational Activities

Last updated on Tue, 6 Jan 2009

Artists of the San Juan IslandsArtists of the San Juan Islands

The works of art shown here were produced by the artists of the San Juan Islands. Just click on an image to see more from an artist.

Workshops and classes in the San Juan IslandsWorkshops and classes in the San Juan Islands

Enroll in a class or workshop and learn about arts, ceramic sculpture, drawing, pastels, glass sculpture, glass blowing ,botanical painting, watercolors, basic bronze foundry art casting, bead making, lampwork , jewelry making, general metalsmithing, T'ai Chi Ch'uan classes, or a Marine naturalists training program.

Enroll in a Youth Program/Camp at the Orcas CenterEnroll in a Youth Program/Camp at the Orcas Center

Year-round concerts, plays, children’s activities, musicals, dances, art exhibits, and special events. The island’s cultural heart.

Orcas Island web cam overlooking WestSoundOrcas Island web cam overlooking WestSound

This webcam overlooks Westsound and the Wasp Islands from Orcas Island.

Treasure Hunting At Orcas Island's FunhouseTreasure Hunting At Orcas Island's Funhouse

Orcas Islands Funhouse is a discovery center featuring multiple hands-on exhibits for children of all ages.

Events and Entertainment

Last updated on Tue, 6 Jan 2009

Visit The Skeeter TheatreVisit The Skeeter Theatre

Visit the Orcas Island's Funhouse to view a weekly outdoor movie showing.

Catch a Play or Art Exhibit at the Orcas Center.Catch a Play or Art Exhibit at the Orcas Center.

The Orcas Center features year-round concerts, plays, children’s activities, musicals, dances, art exhibits, and special events. The island’s cultural heart.

Orcas Island Chamber Music FestivalOrcas Island Chamber Music Festival

Celebrate the world’s most beloved music, including a tribute to J.S. Bach. Performaces by internationally renowned musicians.

Check out Orcas Island's Annual Garden Art ShowCheck out Orcas Island's Annual Garden Art Show

Join the art show and view locally made metalwork, hand-blown glass, Asian carved stone. Paintings, vintage botanical prints and fountains.

Youth and Children's Activities

Last updated on Tue, 6 Jan 2009

Enroll in a Youth Program/Camp at the Orcas CenterEnroll in a Youth Program/Camp at the Orcas Center

Year-round concerts, plays, children’s activities, musicals, dances, art exhibits, and special events. The island’s cultural heart.

Visit The Skeeter TheatreVisit The Skeeter Theatre

Visit the Orcas Island's Funhouse to view a weekly outdoor movie showing.

Treasure Hunting At Orcas Island's FunhouseTreasure Hunting At Orcas Island's Funhouse

Orcas Islands Funhouse is a discovery center featuring multiple hands-on exhibits for children of all ages.

 

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