THE PORT ANGELES DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION
WELCOMES YOU TO
 DOWNTOWN PORT ANGELES

Port Angeles has a rich heritage, politically, militarily and economically.  President Abraham Lincoln ordered a reservation of land here in 1862 for a lighthouse and military use.  Later Port Angeles became a townsite reserve, and by Congressional act in March, 1863, Port Angeles was designated as America's Second National City, the alternative capital of the United States.

Port Angeles found prosperity as a logging town, and as a natural deepwater port.  At one time, it was the home of the Pacific Fleet.  As the economic structure of the area changed, Port Angeles responded by expanding its tourism base as an international gateway for travelers to Vancouver island, British Columbia, and to the beautiful Olympic National Park.

The sidewalks of downtown Port Angeles offer amazing views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Olympic National Park from anywhere in town.  We are surrounded by miles of beautiful coastline, beaches and pristine forests.  As you visit downtown enjoy the spectacular scenery, friendly people, delightful shops and wonderful restaurants.  Port Angeles is an ideal place to live and work, and the perfect vacation destination.

We look forward to your visit to Downtown Port Angeles and hope you enjoy your time with us.

DOWNTOWN HAPPENINGS IN  JUNE...

General Meeting, June 24, 7:30 a.m. Breakfast available, 8:00-9:00a.m. meeting SMUGGLERS LANDING, Landing Mall

How Sweet It Is Morning Coffee June 26, 8:30 to 9:30a.m. DAZZLED BY TWILIGHT will be your host at 135 E. First St.

Port Book & News
104 E. First St.
Upcoming Readings sponsored by PBN


Michael's Seafood and Steakhouse--Girls Night Out
117 E. First, Suite B
Thursdays all night
Find out about upcoming events 


Art Supplies Unlimited
118 W. First St.
Online Class Schedule

FRIDAY, JUNE 12TH

Studio Bob, located upstairs at 118 1/2 E. Front, will be featuring the art of Jack Galloway, Doug Parent, and Bob Stokes. Jack is an abstract oil painter. Doug is displaying his "Free Trees Series" and other works, while Bob will be showing his abstract paintings, something other than metal sculptures. 6:00 - 9:00

The Long Gallery, located in the upstairs hallway of The Landing Mall, will be featuring the work of 21 Peninsula College Multimedia Communications students is currently on exhibit at the Landing Mall Photo Gallery in Port Angeles. The digital photographs represent a broad range of themes with an emphasis on the natural environment of the Olympic Peninsula. The photographs were produced by the students as part of the course work in the college’’s digital photography class, which is taught by PC instructor Mia Boster. The photography will be on display through June 14. The gallery is open daily from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm. 5:00 - 8:00

Museum at the Carnegie, Clallam County Historical Society, located at 207 South Lincoln, will be having a special opening featuring original drawings and paintings of Esther Webster. Book "Olympic Leaders" The Life and Times of the Websters of Port Angeles will be on sale. Other Clallam County artists work will be available for viewing throughout the building. 4-7 Friday. Joan Ducceschi will be at the Carnegie from 1-4 on Saturday to sign books.

Karon's Frame Shop, located at 625 East Front St. will be featuring the art of Bob Kaune. In the last several years, Bob has been experimenting with digital photography capturing landscapes and other subjects in remote areas. He has been focusing more on details including patterns and textures in nature, with an increasing direction toward abstract and impressionist compositions. There will be a door prize of a CD slide show of Bob' photographs. 5:30-7:30

The Art Front, located at 118 E. Front St. will be featuring the art of Stan Hammer. Stan is well known for his Seattle cityscapes done in pencil with oil wash. 6:00 - 9:00

The Water Front Gallery, at their new location 120 W. First Street, site of the former "Raven's World," will be featuring the art of Terry Grasteit, Terry works mostly as an abstract expressionist. He focuses primarily on color and composition rather than images. He says that this medium best expresses how he sees life: something that is always changing and evolving. Terry has degrees in art and psychology. He has exhibited his work in the U. S. and Europe and has received a number of awards. He will be demonstrating his method of painting abstract art on Saturday, June 13th, along with Irene Lohgry, whose medium is pastels.
5:00 - 8:00

Itty Bitty Buzz, located at 110 E. 1st St., will be featuring Justine Blank. Justine specializes in digital photo art. 5:00 - 8:00

Hole In The Wall Gallery, located in Chique Antiques Mall at 117 W. 1st St., will be displaying a collection of native arts, including Makah, Canadian, Alaskan, and Southwest artists. 5:00 - 8:00

Fine Art Center, located at 1203 E. Lauridsen Blvd, will be having an open house Friday night from 5-7. Saturday an art ranger tour in the Webster’s Woods at 3 pm, and Sunday will host an afternoon of classical music by two outstanding Port Angeles High School ensembles @ 2 pm.

Necessities and Temptations, located at 217 N. Laurel St., will be hosting the Jazz in the Olympics Youth Orchestra,. 5:30 - 7:00

Ideas Gallery, located downstairs at the Landing Mall, will be showcasing the work of Northwest artist Jack Gunter.

The Lyers Club, located at 229 West 1st Street, Will be introducing a new band to the Olympic Peninsula, called SuperTrees, along with artist Sharle Osborne. Sharle has studied weaving and basket-making with artists ranging from Native American weavers to master European willow basket-makers. She works with native collected materials including cedar bark, wild cherry bark, bulrush, cattail and vines as well as European basket willow varieties. Her works include traditional and innovative functional containers as well as sculptural pieces. 8:30-

Landings Art Gallery, Located inside the Landing mall, welcomes two new artists: Sherry Shipley and Hideko Goecker. During Gallery Walk visitors can also watch the progress of the totem being carved by our 'Ole' Olson? that will ? grace the entry of the Landing Mall Friday, June 12 from 5 to 8 PM.. Refreshments and Hors d'oeuvres.

If you enjoy dressing up this is your chance to do so. Wine, refreshments and hors d'oeuvres will be served and all members of the public are cordially invited to attend.

The Showcase, located 833 E. Front St, will be showcasing the guest chef Betsy Reed Shultz. Besides being the owner/innkeeper of The Tudor Inn Bed and Breakfast, and Pres of the PA Regional Chamber of Commerce, Betsy is also a gourmet Chef. Watch as Betsy demonstrates a simple method for preparing many custom omelets all at once. Use this handy tip when cooking for large groups and family gatherings. Saturday, June 13 at 2 pm

Grays Studio, located at 409 W 2nd St, will be having his Saturday Night Warehouse Party starting at 7 p.m.

The galleries will all be open to continue their featured artists showings.

 Downtown--

The heART of the Community!

MAY 2009
BUSINESS OF THE MONTH
JUAN DE FUCA FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

With a spirit as adventurous as its namesake, the Juan De Fuca Festival of the Arts has become one of the premiere festivals in the Northwest.  You’ve opened new worlds and cultures and introduced us to some of the most talented people on the planet.

Your presence downtown adds to the culture and arts we are becoming known for.  Thank you for the entertainment that you bring to the community.