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Executive Director Position OPEN at Coupeville Historic Waterfront

07 Monday Jun 2021

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Sadly our long time Executive Director Vickie Chambers is retiring. We hate to see her go, but are excited she will be enjoying more time with her family. Of course, because she’s a true blue community member, we’re sure she’ll be involved somehow with community efforts, and out and about in town like always.

As a certified Washington Main Street Organization within the Washington Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation this job has a heavy focus in our state designated “catchment area” which encompasses the several blocks flanking the historic waterfront of Coupeville and Penn Cove. You’ll be working in one of the most beautiful places on Whidbey and in our state as Executive Director of CHWA.

As a Main Street organization the Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 and governed by a Board of Directors. The chosen candidate will work closely with our Board, our Membership and community partners.

We’re sad to see Vickie retire but excited for an opportunity to have another person devoted to our community take on this job as our Executive Director.

Peruse the Job Opening text, download the document, and please do share this with anyone you think may fit the needs of this position.

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JOB OPENING: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (same as download)

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JOB OPENING: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (same as download)

OVERVIEW OF POSITION
The Executive Director coordinates the creation and delivery of activities of Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association, a Main Street program utilizing historic preservation as an integral foundation for downtown economic development. The Executive Director encourages public awareness of and engagement with program activities and acts as a liaison to all committees and partner organizations. The Executive Director will serve as an advocate for the downtown and as an authority and source for information, resources and activities related to the revitalization initiative.

ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION

Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association (CHWA) is a 501(c)3 non- profit organization following the Main Street Approach® to downtown revitalization since 2008. Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association is a membership organization including business and residential members.

CHWA MISSION: To to strengthen, promote and maintain our successful historic district.

OVER-SITE: The Executive Director works under the President of the Board of Directors and reports monthly to the entire Board.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supervises support staff, consultants, and volunteers
  • Bolsters membership
  • With the Board and its committees, helps sustain and or develop public awareness, educational programs and appropriate downtown revitalization strategies benefiting members and community
  • Marketing and or advertising CHWA events and programs at local, regional and state levels.
  • Recruiting and coordinating with volunteers to accomplish activities of board committees
  • Assists business and property owners with business and property improvement projects
  • Promotes cooperative partnerships between local businesses and fellow community organizations
  • Serves as an advocate for CHWA membership, and event and program issues at local and state level
  • Maintains data system tracking progress of CHWA programs
  • Attends and manages special events outside of regular business hours, including Washington Main Street conferences.
  • Grant writing
  • Assist board members and committees raising operational and event funding

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Three to five years management experience
  • Experience working with boards and committees
  • Willingness to develop a thorough understanding of the Main Street Approach®
  • Self starter with an entrepreneurial, energetic, imaginative, and well organized spirit.
  • Capable of effective independent functioning
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work with a variety of individuals and organizations building consensus among people of diverse skills and backgrounds
  • Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and database management

COMPENSATION Salary determination to be based on qualifications.

HOW TO APPLY Please submit cover letter, resume and three references to Kathy Baxter, CHWA Board President
at president@coupevillehistoricwaterfront.com with subject line “CHWA ED Application”. Application must be received by June 23, 2021

There’s so much that’s wonderful about working at the Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association. You’ll be part of a dynamic business and residential community and participating is countless improvements and events along the historic waterfront. This job is for the community lover. A person who enjoys working hard for their members and extended community.

Second of TWO New Shops Opened in Coupeville

16 Friday Aug 2019

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It’s been a bang up week for newness in Coupeville. 

The second new shop to open in Coupeville is a huge winner for our historic Waterfront.

Marbley opened on Saturday, August 10th, and is located at 7 Front Street in the circa 1936 Howell’s building.

Owners Joan and Ed, visited Coupeville in 2017 and fell in love with #7 Front Street. With the intention to redirect their energy, after 20 years in the restaurant and hospitality industries, and raise their son in a smaller community Ed and Joan have embraced Coupeville in excited and generous ways.

Since 2017 they sold their restaurant in So. California, bought a house within walking distance of #7, and renovated the old Howell building for their shop Marbley!

Marbley blends beautifully curated personal and gift items with silk scarfs made through the ancient art form of Ebru* (read description of this art form below). BONUS at Marbley, YOU can make your own scarf!

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A customer makes a scarf for a gift.
Ed and Joan’s 4 year old son has sourced these fun toy vehicles for you! All in the family.

*Ebru is a method of aqueous surface design, which can produce patterns similar to smooth marble, other kinds of stone or patterns of your choosing. The patterns are the result of non-toxic colored paints floated on plain water and then carefully transferred to a silk scarf. Through several centuries, people have applied marbled materials to a variety of surfaces. It is often employed as a writing surface for calligraphy, and especially book covers and endpapers in bookbinding and stationery. Part of its appeal is that each print is a unique monotype. THIS is truly something special for Coupeville.

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NOTE: We have a couple of other new businesses ventures in Coupeville and are putting together images and copy for the blog.

 

MusselFest 2019

21 Thursday Feb 2019

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MusselFest 2019 is March 2nd and 3rd! 

Another year of bold, briny & blue fun in Coupeville, Washington

Come enjoy Mussel Chowder Tastings, Chef demonstrations, boat tours of the Penn Cove Shellfish Farm, music, dancing, mussel eating contest, kids activities, and so much more during MusselFest 2019

Visit the official MusselFest website for all you need to know.

Visit our MusselFest event page for quick links, videos and articles about past MusselFests.

SEE YOU HERE in Coupeville for bold briny & blue fun March 2nd & 3rd, 2019

Don’t know how to cook mussels? Or looking for some new recipes visit the Penn Cove Shellfish farm Recipes page

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Red Ticket – Thanksgiving through Christmas & Local Economics

05 Monday Nov 2018

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“Shop Local” is not a fad, it’s the economic back bone of countless small businesses and livelihoods  in towns just like Coupeville. 

For every $25.00 spent at a local business $17.00 stays in our local economy. Only $10.50 stays when we shop away from home, a loss of 7 dollars. 

Small businesses – like those in Coupeville – account for 99.7% of all businesses in the US.

Small businesses donate 250% more than larger businesses to non-profits and community causes.

Small businesses accounted for 60% of new jobs created in the U.S.

There are 28.8 million small businesses in the country. Some of them are right here in Coupeville! Shop local – gather Red Tickets – and let’s ring out the year with a huge boost for our economy, our business owning friends and neighbors and the winners of the Red Ticket’s $2300.00

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RED TICKET 2018 NOVEMBER 1st thru DECEMBER 22nd 

Every $20.00 worth of purchases you make with participating merchants, restaurants and service providers gets you a RED TICKET! 

$2300.00 in cash prizes chosen at the Red Ticket Drawing on Sunday – December 23rd at 1pm in front of the Island County Historical Society Museum – 908 Alexander St. map

 YOU or a representative for you must be present to win.

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HAPPY RED TICKET SEASON – November through Dec. 22nd

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A Touch of Dutch – 360-678-7729 – 11 Front St NW. –Food and Gifts from; The Netherlands (Holland), Indonesia, Germany, Sweden and Norway. Bits from England, France and Belgium. Gift Certificates YES! Facebook WILL SHIP.

 

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aqua-david-sternAqua Gifts – 360-678-0664 – 2 Front St. – House wears, gifts, shoes, soaps, candles and much more for all ages. Perfect for women and men, girls and boys. Gift Certificates YES. Facebook

 

 

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back-to-the-island-david-sternBack to the Island – 360-678-6860 – 9B Front St NW – Great selection of clothes, fun and comfy socks, bags, gifts, souvenirs, and much MORE!  SEAHAWKS CENTRAL!  Gift Certificates YES

 

 

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balance-bodyworks-david-sternBalanced Bodyworks – 360-630-0911 – 6 NW Coveland St. – Massage, health and wellness by licensed massage therapist Susann Martin. Specializing in massage therapy treating back and neck problems due to excessive muscle tightness and trigger points. Gift Certificates YES. Facebook

“I truly believe in the healing powers of massage for reducing, and even eliminating painful soft tissue conditions. I treat each client individually, according to what your special needs are.” – Susann Martin

 

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Bayleaf – 360-678-6603 – 101 NW Coveland St. –Whidbey’s source for all things delicious! Wine, groceries, sweets, delicatessen, cheeses, cured meats, specialty items. Holiday gourmet baskets, wine clubs, catering, specialists in Paella for groups. Gift Certificates YES! Facebook

 

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Christopher’s on Whidbey – 360-678-5480 – 103 NW Coveland St. – Over 30 years of pleasing meals for locals and visitors, featuring fresh, creative, northwest cuisine (fish, meat, vegetarian, local and regional produce) and a variety of local wines. Gift Certificates YES! Facebook 

 

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Collections Boutique -360-678-2100 -24 Front St. – Variety of fine clothing lines — Tribal, Habitat, Pure, Cutloose, Lysse, Lissett, Nomadic Traders, Picadilly, Adam Jacobs – FitFlop shoes, and more.  Jewelry, accessories and baby gifts. Gift Certificates YES! Facebook 

 

 

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coupeville-auto-david-sternCoupeville Auto Repair -360-678-1746 -105 NW Coveland St. – Car repair and services.  Gas station. Gift Certificates YES! Facebook 

 

 

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Coupeville Chamber of Commerce – 360-675-5434, 905 Alexander St. – Business organization. Visitors Center is located at 905 Alexander St. Facebook

Photo Credit Coupeville Chamber of Commerce

 

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Far From Normal – 360-678-3799 – 12 Front St. – Retro, vintage, fun. Whatever makes you laugh can be found at Far From Normal. Gifts, book, bags, masks, cards, silly stuff, buttons, coasters, games, all that’s fun, silly and twisted. Gift Certificates YES. Facebook

 

 

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Front Street Grill and Catering -360-682-2551 -20 Front St. – Wonderful meals, lunch and dinner. Breakfast on weekends. Catering, wine, full bar, seafood, local mussels, burgers, specials and desserts with a water view. Gift Certificates YES! Facebook

 

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front-street-reality-david-sternFront Street Realty -360-678-6100 -22 Front St. – Full service real estate services.  Long standing, well respected community member Janet Burchfield will make sure all your needs are met when looking for or selling a house. Website | Facebook

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Hidden Pearl Gallery – 360-678-3117 – 901 Grace St. – Featuring fine art and craft work from local artists of the Pacific Northwest. Paintings, Prints, Jewelry, Metal Work, Photography, Post Cards, and much more! Gift Certificates YES. Website | Facebook 

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a-need-new-pic-harbor-giftsHarbor Gifts and Kayak Rental -360-678-3625 – 26 Front St. – ON the Wharf. Clothes, gifts, souvenirs, jewelry, cards, trinkets, and much MORE.  Plus a beautiful stroll out to the Wharf building. We love our wharf.

 

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museum-david-sternIsland County Historical Society Archives and Museum – 360-678-3310 – 908 NW Alexander St. – Island County archives (available for study by appointment) and museum. Fantastic gift and bookstore. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook 

 

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Kingfisher Books -16 Front St. – 360-678-8463 – Independent family-owned bookstore on Coupeville’s historic waterfront.  Owners of the Kingfisher are learners and books are their teachers. Books for pleasure, learning, entertainment, and fun for all ages. New, old, used and collectable, Kingfishers is a book lovers paradise. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

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Knead and Feed – 360-678-5431 – 4 Front. St. – Breakfast and lunch.  Cafe’ cuisine, baked goods cooked on site, coffee, waterside dinning. Big and famous Cinnamon Rolls. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

For Practical Magic fans – Knead and Feed was used for Sally’s shop “Verbena”.

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Lavender Wind  – 360-544-4132 – 15 Coveland St. – Locally grown lavender products from Whidbey’s largest lavender farm. Handmade products: oils, soaps, spice blends, teas, baked goods, gifts. Gift Certificates YES! Shipping YES!  – SHIPPING YES! Website with Extensive OnLine Store | Facebook

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One More Thing – 360-678-1894 – 13 Front St. – Wonderful selection of clothes, jewelry, personal accessories. Ideal shop for women of all ages. Gift Certificates YES!

 

 

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Lower Loft Eatery – 360-678-2900 – 12 Front St. – Breakfast, Lunch and dinner.  Wide variety of delicious foods and baked goods. Fantastic views of Penn Cove. Friendly service. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

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•Pacific Northwest Art School – 360-678-9396 – 15 NW Birch St. -The Pacific NorthWest Art School offers visual arts education taught by professional artists for artists aspiring to hone their skills. We offer workshops in the mediums of photography, painting and fiber arts. 70 plus workshops a year, Art Excursions and Art Expeditions, opportunities for artists to show their work in their Member’s Gallery and more. Art for purchase in gallery. Gift Certificates for classes. YES. Website | Facebook

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Penn Cove Gallery – 360-678-1176 – 9 Front St. – Art to display, wear and give from 26 Whidbey Island artists. Large selection of original art, reproductions and art cards in a range of media, suitable for decor and gifts, at home and work. This not-for-profit gallery is administered and staffed by the artist members. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

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Rain Shadow Nursery – 360-678-9114 – 107 S Main St. – Wide variety of roses, perennials, herbs, succulents, annuals, house plants, potting soils, mulch, pottery, gifts, and an experienced staff to help you with all your gardening needs. Gift Certificates YES! Website

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Salon Blue – 360-682-5216 – 23 Front St. – A welcoming professional salon dedicated to providing the highest level of service and products to ensure that the client looks and feels the best they can. Hair cut, dye, manicures, and wonderful selection of products. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

 

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The Coupeville Inn – 360-678-6668 – 20 NW Coveland St. – Coupeville’s premier destination Inn… Beautifully refurbished rooms and suites with views of Penn Cove and Mt. Baker, just steps to the wharf and historic downtown Coupeville. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

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The Crow’s Roost – 360-678-2092 – 902 Grace St. –Features art, accessories, cards, jewelry, home goods, décor, edibles and entertaining essentials. Unique Fair Trade, USA, and locally made gifts. Bring your ID for Military Discount of 10%. Carefully curated gifts, jewelry, accessories, home goods and décor, edibles, art and more. Certificates YES! Facebook

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a-need-new-pic-honey-bearThe Honey Bear – 360-678-6122 – 23 Front St. – Candy, chocolate, gifts, books, toys, cards, and more for all ages.  Gift Certificates YES

 

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The Oystercatacher – 360-678-0683 – 901 Grace St. – Fine dinning, dinner and lunch. Oystercatcher has proudly served simply, good, food for more than 18 years. Chef Tyler Hansen and his team create a harmonious farm-to-table menu to showcase all what the island and Pacific Northwest region has to offer. Changing menu pending season. Fine wine collection. Reservations suggested, especially dinner. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

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seaside-david-stern-2The Seaside Spa and Salon – 360-678-0508 – 5 Front St.  Full service salon and spa. Indulge yourself in a sanctuary of rest and relaxation at Whidbey’s wonder spa and salon. Hair design, manicures, pedicures, products, massage, facials, waxing treatments, spa packages. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook 

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Sunshine Drip – 360-682-6201 – 306 N Main St. – Coffee lounge. Organic coffee, teas, fresh smoothies, sandwiches, salads and baked goods. Gluten free available. Combined with a gift shop full of creative and unique finds. Website | Facebook

 

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tobys-david-sternToby’s Tavern – 360-678-4222 – 8 Front St. – Historic tavern. Beer, wine, wide ranging menu, local mussels, waterside dinning. Toby’s historic wooden back bar was originally brought around the horn and placed in the Fort Warden officers club in about 1900. Must be 21. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

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Vail Wine Shop and Tasting Room – 360-678-4222 – 22 Front St. – Large variety of Washington wines,indoor and outdoor seating, wine tasting events, group travel excursions to Washington wine country, wine clubs. A special place for wine, friends, and good times. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

 

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Whidbey Isle Yarns, Gifts and Teas – 360-632-4200 – 12 Front St. – Fine wool yarns (hand spun, machine made, imported, natural and commercial died), jewelry, buttons, notions, teas,coffee, sea glass, mussel, sterling jewelry with focus on USA/handcrafted supplies, along with classes. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook 

 

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Whidbey Natural Pet – 360-678-1601 – 105 S Main St. – Providing Whidbey Island residents with natural options in dog and cat care. Whidbey Natural Pet carries all the supplies you need for your fur and feather family. Food, toys, health boosting items, treats, dietary supplements and every thing in between. Whidbey Natural Pet strives to offer customers and pets locally produced, chemical free products. Gift Certificates YES! Facebook

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Windjammer Custom Framing – 360-678-9200 – 22 Front St. – Fine art and print framing. Large selection of frames. Award winning framer. Gift Certificates YES!

 

 

 

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Pennies for Preservation – Coupeville Wharf

30 Saturday Dec 2017

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The Pennies for Preservation Coupeville Wharf Fund did very well in 2017. 

Sincere thanks to the people and companies who gave tax deductible donations to the fund throughout 2017. As Coupeville Wharf stewards you have helped boost the preservation and restoration possibilities of the iconic Coupeville Wharf.

We look forward to a great 2018, with love of preservation for historic Coupeville and our Wharf.

Photo Credit: Whidbey Panorama’s by Denis Hill

Each year the Wharf requires annual maintenance, repairs from storms, and upgrades that are necessary and costly. The annual budget of the Port of Coupeville is stretched each year by any number of repair needs, general maintenance and upgrades. Wharf Fund donations make a vital difference. 

The 110 year old wharf building,  and her 134 pilings is currently in need of piling repairs, piling caps, a fire suppression system, dredging, and a list of misc maintenance, safety and improvement needs, severely stretching the annual budget of the Coupeville Port. 

Make an end of year tax deductible donation today

One of the most photographed and loved historic buildings in Washington, the Coupeville Wharf sits in Penn Cove within the Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve on the central eastern side of Whidbey Island. Flanked by the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Salish Sea Coupeville and the wharf can often be battered by weather.

Photo Credit: Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association

A star of Pacific Northwest history, the entry to the wharf is located at the foot of both Front and North Alexander streets in the historic Coupeville catchment.

The 1905 wharf (Coupeville’s fourth) was built longer and wider than its previous incarnations by a group of local farmers and merchants who wanted to better accommodate their transportation and commerce needs during daily low tides. The wharf extends 500 feet directly into Penn Cove.

Photo Credit: Island County Historical Society Archives and Museum

Above: Roberson Wharf (left) was located next to what is now Toby’s Tavern building. Photo Credit: Island County Historical Society Archives and Museum – Janet Enzmann Archives Collection 

Relying on boats for goods and travel the current Coupeville wharf, and other wharfs no longer standing along the Coupeville shore(pictured above and below), connected central and north Whidbey to Seattle, Everett, and ports beyond. The famous “mosquito fleet” came in and departed from the wharf until 1937 when the Deception Pass bridge was built.

Above: Roberson Wharf Island County Historical Society Archives and Museum – Janet Enzmann Archives Collection 

With views of Mount Baker, the Salish Sea and the Cascade Range, the Wharf is listed within Coupeville’s Historic District (est. 1973) in the United States Library of Congress National Register for Historic Places, and with the Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation.

Photo Credit: Craig Sullivan. Facing West from over penn Cove. Coupeville wharf in forground. Image shot over central Whidbey, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, to the Olympic national park range of Mountains 
Photo Credit – Island County Sheriff’s Department.

The Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association is a registered National Main Street and Washington State Main Street not-for-profit. The mission of the Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association is to strengthen, promote and maintain our historic district.

The Pennies for Preservation (P4P) Wharf Fund was created by the Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association, in 2014 as a way for all Whidbey residents, former residents and visitors to support the Coupeville Wharf’s preservation. The Coupeville Chamber of Commerce and Penn Cove Sailing partner with the Historic Waterfront in sharing the program with even wider circles and resources.

Make an end of year Wharf Fund tax deductible donation to the P4P Wharf Fund today

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Visit our Walking Tour page for more about the area surrounding the Wharf

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Visit our Island County 4-H AV Project built history site with an interactive image.

Just click on a building on the interactive image and you’ll be transported through that Coupeville building’s history.  Our thanks to the Island County 4-H Audio Visual project for researching and building the Coupeville History site. 

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Visit the online bookstore of the Island County Historical Society Archives and Museum for a selection of books on Whidbey and Coupeville history. Or visit the store in the museum at 908 Alexander Street, Coupeville. Hours: Monday thru Saturday 10am to 4pm and Sunday’s 11am to 4pm.  

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