Locals and visitors are invited to attend a “Summer Picnic on the Prairie” benefiting programs at Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve on Aug. 17 at the historic Ferry House above Ebey’s Landing.
Enjoy a Whidbey Island-grown dinner, readings of original journals from early settlers, live music, raffles, and a rare opportunity to tour the Ferry House and other National Register properties within the reserve.
The event marks the debut of Friends of Ebey’s, a new nonprofit organization dedicated to raising philanthropic support for projects and programs that protect, preserve, and enhance the cultural and natural resources and the visitor experience of Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve.
Proceeds from the evening are matched dollar for dollar by an anonymous donor as part of a $75,000 challenge match.
Since its start in 2011, the grant program has awarded more than $200,000 to stabilize, rehabilitate and preserve 30 historic buildings within the reserve.
Tickets are $75; go to www.friendsofebeys.brownpapertickets.com or call 360-678-6084. For more information, go to www.ebeys foreverfund.com/events.
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