Orcas Island Historical Museums

Orcas Island Historical Museums “We educate, inspire, connect and involve our community and visitors as stewards of island history"

Is Orcas Island... unusual? From mysterious energy portals to elusive cryptids, Orcas knows no shortage of spooky-specta...
06/18/2026

Is Orcas Island... unusual? From mysterious energy portals to elusive cryptids, Orcas knows no shortage of spooky-spectacular tales from the unknown.

If you're hungry for more tales of the supernatural, check out "Unusual Orcas Island: Ghost Stories and Other Legends" by Joseph W. Reigel-- available now in our gift shop and online store. https://orcasmuseums.org/product/unusual-orcas-island-ghost-stories-and-other-legends/

Happy Pride Month from our rainbow garden ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 Stop by and smell the flowers!
06/07/2026

Happy Pride Month from our rainbow garden ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 Stop by and smell the flowers!

We're now open on Wednesdays! Come by our Eastsound location anytime from 11am-3pm for to experience the living history ...
06/05/2026

We're now open on Wednesdays! Come by our Eastsound location anytime from 11am-3pm for to experience the living history of Orcas Island. From ancient beasts to modern marvels, there's something for everyone to learn.

A huge shout out to our partners Orcas Island Public Library and Orcas Island Pride for their support at last week's LGB...
06/03/2026

A huge shout out to our partners Orcas Island Public Library and Orcas Island Pride for their support at last week's LGBTQ+ story-sharing event!
We had a turnout of about 30 community members of all ages who gathered to make art and connect through shared experiences. If you're interested in learning more about our Orcas Voices oral history program, please reach out.

Fresh garden greens, a buffet of hot lunch options, friendly vendors, and sweet live music-- what could make a Saturday ...
05/27/2026

Fresh garden greens, a buffet of hot lunch options, friendly vendors, and sweet live music-- what could make a Saturday on Orcas any better? Enjoy the music and then swing by the museum, open from 11am-3pm.

Thank you, Orcas Island Farmers Market!

This Thursday! DIY stations for buttons and bookmarks PLUS learn more about oral histories at the Historical Museum. May...
05/25/2026

This Thursday! DIY stations for buttons and bookmarks PLUS learn more about oral histories at the Historical Museum.

May 28th from 6-8pm at Orcas Island Public Library, with support from Orcas Island Pride.

With the continued help of our community, we will be able to plan for a permanent exhibit about the historic & continuin...
05/22/2026

With the continued help of our community, we will be able to plan for a permanent exhibit about the historic & continuing traditions of Coast Salish life on Orcas Island.

This is an opportunity to collaborate with Indigenous colleagues, experts, and elders to broaden the perspectives of the stories we share about Orcas Island history. The research covered by this grant will lay the foundations for deeper educational programming and enrich the quality of what the Museums can offer our community.

Thank you again to our supporters and donors who made this possible!
Orcas Island Community Foundation

05/20/2026

There's still time to support so many meaningful campaigns with Spring GiveOrcas!
Orcas Island Community Foundation

05/19/2026

Calling all allies-- did you know that Spring GiveOrcas includes three different campaigns that support cross-cultural education on Indigenous perspectives? These opportunities still need your help to reach thousands of learners of all ages!

Friends of the San Juans: Help us bring Chenoa Egawa of Lummi Nation and S’Klallam Tribe to Orcas Middle and High School in honor of Indigenous People’s Day.

Se'Si'Le: Support a series of events to foster more connection between the Lummi people and the residents of Orcas Island. (https://se-si-le.org/)

Orcas Island Historical Museums: Planning for a permanent Indigenous history exhibit rooted in real stories of Orcas Island.

Orcas Island Community Foundation

Every dollar counts! We're on the way towards our $16,000 fundraising goal. Join our Spring GiveOrcas campaign to develo...
05/16/2026

Every dollar counts! We're on the way towards our $16,000 fundraising goal. Join our Spring GiveOrcas campaign to develop public education materials in consultation with a curator, exhibit designer, and elders from the Northwest Indian College. This grant will cover expenses related to compensation for expert consulting, travel, and lodging.

Island Community Foundation

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181 Northbeach Road/PO Box 134
Eastsound, WA
98245

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 3pm
Thursday 11am - 3pm
Friday 11am - 3pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm
Sunday 11am - 3pm

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