What if our beautiful historic buildings weren’t just reminders of the past, but catalysts for the future? That was the spirit behind our field trip to Bellingham on June 7th, where a group from the Downtown Anacortes Alliance spent the day with Bob and Jovan Hall and their team at Daylight Properties—a force behind some … Continue reading Lessons from Bellingham: How Historic Buildings Can Shape a Thriving Downtown
Reflections on the Old Souls, Fresh Spirits Tour
Old Souls, Fresh Spirits Tour Highlights Anacortes’ Historic Buildings On Saturday September 14th, the Downtown Anacortes Alliance hosted its first-ever Historic Buildings Possibilities Tour, “Old Souls, Fresh Spirits.” The event brought together community members, business leaders, and experts to explore the future of some of the city’s notable historic buildings and how they can contribute … Continue reading Reflections on the Old Souls, Fresh Spirits Tour
Old Souls, Fresh Spirits – September 14th
We are hosting our very first Historic Building Possibilities Tour - Old Souls, Fresh Spirits. We are bringing together a selective group of Anacortes leaders who we believe have the talent and resources to make an impact on revitalizing our historic buildings over the next few years. There will be fun, networking, learning, history, and a cocktail … Continue reading Old Souls, Fresh Spirits – September 14th
A Stop on the Historic Buildings Possibilities Tour: The Keystone Building
As the construction project on the northeast corner of Commercial Avenue and 7th Street got underway in 1909, some residents of Anacortes felt the owners, the Moyer family, were “overbuilding.” But in replacing a 1881 wooden structure that had burned to the ground with a concrete, stone, and brick building, Katherine Moyer announced to the … Continue reading A Stop on the Historic Buildings Possibilities Tour: The Keystone Building
Celebrating an Anacortes Gem in Preservation Month
When you visit any appealing downtown district, you might notice lovely shops, inviting eateries, maybe flowers in bloom, and perhaps public art. Though they might not catch your attention as quickly, it’s a good bet there will also be several lovingly-preserved historic buildings in the mix. It’s these full-of-character gems that form the essential, authentic … Continue reading Celebrating an Anacortes Gem in Preservation Month