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November 2016 Front Street Gallery, Poulsbo
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Kitsap Peninsula is a Fine Arts Destination
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Original art by renown artist Max Hayslette. Photo
courtesy Almost Candid Frame & Fine Art in Kingston
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Art lovers will find plenty to see and do on the Kitsap Peninsula. From diverse galleries to world-class museums, community art walks to DIY studios, the regional arts scene is lively and inviting. " Each town has its own vibrant center," said Johnny Walker, owner of
Almost Candid Frame & Fine Art in Kingston. "For those who want to leave the metroplex and still see some sophisticated art by local, regional, even national artists, the Kitsap Peninsula is a great place to visit." A stroll around local arts districts, studio tours
and special exhibits are a festive way to survey each community's unique art landscape and watch artists at work. The Kitsap Peninsula is home to artisans and craftspeople recognized for their talents in painting, pottery, sculpture, textiles, photography, metal work, glass and jewelry and other artistic mediums.
Read about more galleries, art walks and events in the VKP Blog. Visit the VKP Arts & Culture page for more locations, links and where to view public art.
Upcoming Arts Events & Getaway Ideas.
Make plans now for an art-filled getaway.
Travel to
VisitKitsap.com to learn about our great selection of lodging options and things to do. The Kitsap Peninsula is just a short ride from Seattle-Tacoma and the Eastside by ferry or bridge, making us an easy couple's or girlfriends' getaway any day of the week.
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Featured Destination -
Gig Harbor
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History with a View
Gig Harbor is a spectacular waterfront city on the southern end of the Kitsap Peninsula that's just minutes from the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. The walkable
downtown is filled with galleries, shops and inviting restaurants, including the iconic
Tides Tavern, celebrated for its fish and chips
and stellar view.
and see a 65-foot fishing boat that's in the process of being restored. Take time to study the one-room school- house, historic net-drying sheds that date back to the 1880s and heritage markers along Harborview Drive. Heritage Distilling Co. has a tasting room downtown and 7 Seas Brewing is nearby. For family-friendly fun, check Harbor Wild Watch's monthly Pier Into the Night program. SCUBA divers use an underwater camera to show visitors on land what's living in Gig Harbor Bay. The next program is Nov 5 at the
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As the weather turns cool, the Kitsap Peninsula offers plenty of indoor fun for kids of all ages, including hands-on museums and a new three-story play area.
Ahoy Kitsap Playland opens
Nov. 4th for children up to age 12. There's a toddler area and jump zone plus sensory-friendly play times. On
Nov. 5th head to the
Naval Undersea Museum in Keyport for
Science Saturday to
learn about semaphore
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Art & Wine Tours
Art and wine are a perfect November pairing on the Kitsap Peninsula. Tour more than 20 artists's studios during
Art in the Woods
Nov. 11-13
and stick around for a behind-the-scenes look at winemaking during
Wine on the Rock
Nov. 12-13
. The self-guided art tour features 18 studios and 62 artists working in a variety of media. Jump-start your Christmas shopping or pick up something special for yourself. Look for paintings, finely-wrought jewelry, ceramics, woodblock prints, clothing, glass art and more. All seven Bainbridge Island wineries are participating in the harvest wine event, which includes a special glass, tastings and charcuterie at each of the wineries or tasting rooms. See the fermentation process, meet the winemakers and toast the results. Combine both events to create the Weekend Getaway! Visit our
website
for lodging options and plan your fall getaway today.
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Big Apple Diner - Silverdale
The Big Apple Diner serves classic American comfort food in a fun 1950s-style setting. A Kitsap Peninsula destination for 20 years,
the diner will please your pickiest eater and delight out-of-town guests with 100+ menu items. Popular dishes include corned beef hash, chicken-fried steak, pancakes, waffles, omelets, eggs Benedict and sausage gravy with biscuits. Desserts are another high point, including homemade pies and cakes, plus an old-fashioned soda fountain. "We have the best milkshakes and sundaes, ever," says longtime waitress Vicki Turner. "We probably have
40 different flavors of shakes with hand-dipped ice cream." The diner is a short drive from Bremerton and Silverdale hotels and
open every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas. Read
our blog for more information and visit tour website for more
dining ideas.
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Salmon Habitat Tours
On November 5, take a guided tour to view the annual migration of native salmon returning home to streams around the Kitsap Peninsula.
This is a family-friendly way to learn about the salmon's amazing lifecycle from biologists and trained docents at six different locations. You can also take a self-guided tour any time at dozens of other locations throughout November. Click here for guided tour details and to view a salmon habitat map.
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Olalla Concert
Grammy nominee Scott Mickelson performs
Nov. 15 at the Olalla Community Club. His solo album "Flickering" is a contender for Best Folk Album and Best Roots Music Performance for its lyrical and moving take on the challenges of modern-day life. Potluck at 6 p.m. Show at 7 p.m. Arrive early and stop by the
Olalla Vineyard & Winery for a tasting. Perfect weekend getaway idea!
More info
. Visit our website for
lodging options.
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Gingerbread House Party
Reserve your spot now for the Farm Kitchen's popular gingerbread decorating parties on
November 26
and
five December
afternoons. Farm Kitchen elves assemble the houses, mix the icing and lay out the candies. All you have to do is make memories. This is pure family fun for ages 3 and older. The Farm Kitchen is located near Poulsbo and family and pet friendly lodging places. Stay the night and head downtown for dinner and stroll along Front Street.
More info
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A Few More Things to Do in November
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Save the Date December 2-4th
Community Tree
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No reservations required on routes serving the Kitsap Peninsula region.
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When you're ready for a respite from the busy city, the Kitsap Peninsula is the perfect place to leave the traffic, construction and bright city lights behind. We offer a wide-range of lodging options from romantic waterfront suites, family and pet friendly hotels, cozy B&Bs, Airbnbs, and Victorian houses.
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It's not too late to plan your holiday party at one of the Kitsap Peninsula's unique venues. Whether you're hosting a family or military reunion, 50th anniversary party or a team-building retreat, we have options for every budget.
From grand ballrooms, special event and meeting rooms to rustic historic barns, formal gardens and waterfront hotels, you'll find a variety of venue and lodging choices to make your event memorable. Click here to
Plan Your Event.
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Arrive By WA St. Ferry, Tacoma Narrows, Hood Canal Bridge, RV, Tour Bus, Boat or Bike
The Kitsap Peninsula is just 30-60 minutes from downtown Seattle and Tacoma via one of
four WA State Ferry routes, the Tacoma Narrows Bridge in the south, Hwy 3 from the
south, and the Hood
Canal Bridge. Find more
info 24/7 at the VKP website via your computer or any mobile devise. Stay
connected with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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The mission of Visit Kitsap Peninsula is to create positive economic growth on the Kitsap Peninsula by marketing the region as a major destination for visitors and events. The VKP, founded in 1983, is recognized by WA state as the official visitor information and destination marketing organization for the Kitsap Peninsula.
The VKP is a board member of the
Washington Destination Marketing Association (WSDMO),
member of Washington Tourism Alliance (WTA), Visit Seattle, WA Water Trails Assoc., and other organizations.
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