Welcome to Picturesque
Bainbridge Island...

Welcome to our Island - rich in history, culture and natural beauty. A small town that offers big things - acres of parks, a variety of trailheads, fascinating historical sites and dozens of attractions and annual events.

The Way Life Was...
Pristine Bainbridge island was home to the Suquamish Indians for thousands of years. Forests and beaches with abundant wildlife supported their peaceful culture.

In 1792, Captain George Vancouver discovered our small island. His British Survey of Puget Sound described the lush beauty of his newfound gem.

Intrigued by Vancouver's survey, settlers journeyed to the island, seeking a new way of life rich in opportunities in the 19th century - the world's largest sawmill at Port Blakely and the bustling Hall Brothers' Shipyard.

Water travel shaped early growth on Bainbridge. Neighborhoods grew around 30 mosquito Fleet Foot Ferry landings. Car ferry service began in the 1920's and the Agate Pass Bridge opened in 1950.

And is...
Today, nearly 22,000 people call these 48 square miles home. The island's friendly people, exquisite beauty and proximity to Seattle and the Kitsap Peninsula continue to draw new residents and curious visitors.

Much of the once bucolic landscape and teeming strawberry fields have given way to suburban neighborhoods. However, residents remain sensitive to the island's natural beauty and actively support our open spaces through local taxes and private resources.

  

 

IN THE NEWS:

Weekend getaway: Getting a glimpse of Japanese-American culture

Sometimes Bainbridge Island seems like just another rich suburb of Seattle, although with a nicer commute on ferries instead of freeways. It has the same oversized houses, and its 20,000 residents have the same fierce debates about development.

 

 

 

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