2009 Visitor info for San Juan Island, Orcas Island, and Lopez Island.: Historical Places

The historic strawberry storehouse in Olga village.

Fri, 27 Aug 2009 18:18:00 GMT

The Olga Strawberry Council was set up in 2004 to help to preserve the history and function of the Olga Café which was originally built as a storehouse for strawberries. It is also the starting point of the Olga Village historical tour.

Orcas Island's Moran State Park

Tue, 12 Oct 2009 12:53:00 GMT

Park Overview, park hours, driving directions, camping info., park activities, photos, and a brief park history.

Interesting Facts about the San Juan Islands

Wed, 17 Mar 2009 05:08:00 GMT

Several Interesting Facts about the San Juan Islands that even locals would be surprised to know.

Local museum showcases pioneer life and an Ice Age Diorama

Sat, 14 Aug 2009 20:53:00 GMT

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.

Orcas Island Historical Museum

Wed, 17 Mar 2009 07:04:00 GMT

Calendar of events, exhibits, educational activities, and more.

Orcas island's Rosario Resort

Wed, 25 Aug 2009 14:45:00 GMT

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

History of Robert Moran and Rosario Resort

Tue, 16 Mar 2009 22:40:00 GMT

A former residence of Robert Moran, a noted shipbuilder, a prominent businessman and a former Seattle mayor, who was also an avid photographer.

Rosario Resort Museum

Wed, 02 Sep 2008 21:43:00 GMT

A former residence of Robert Moran, a noted shipbuilder, a prominent businessman and a former Seattle mayor, who was also an avid photographer.

WestSound Community Hall ( for nonprofit use )

Fri, 07 Aug 2008 22:14:00 GMT

WestSound Community Hall, located at 884 Deer Harbor Road in the hamlet of West Sound, has served as a public assembly hall since it was built by volunteers in 1902.

Historical Photos of Orcas Island

Thu, 13 Sep 2006 22:21:00 GMT

This series of bucolic images depicting scenes from early to mid 20th century Orcas Island were originally unsent black & white postcards, collected by islander Mary Campbell Roebuck. Orcas photographer Peter C. Fisher and Darvill's Rare Print Shop are pleased to make them available once again for the enjoyment of those who consider Orcas Island a special place to live and visit.