A wintery landscape on the prairie. Photo from the Trust Board archives.
Welcome to Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve
Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve, our nation’s first national historical reserve, was established in 1978 in order to protect and preserve a rural community and its unbroken historical record of exploration and settlement in Puget Sound. It represents a unique model of preservation based on partnerships between government and citizens. The Reserve’s history is in the town, the farms and fields, roads, historical buildings and historic sites found throughout the Reserve. The story is not a thing of the past - it is kept alive by people who live, work and maintain deep connections with this place.
There will be an Ebey’s Forever Grant workshop on Wednesday, January 8, 2024, 5pm, at the Coupeville Library. This workshop is designed to answer any questions you might have on the Ebey’s Forever heritage preservation grant for historic structures located within Ebey’s Reserve and to review the application and grant application guidelines. This workshop will be conducted by Preservationist, Josh Pitts.
EXPLORE:
The Reserve in Central Whidbey Island
Hiking, Birdwatching, Bicycling, Kayaking, Beachcombing, and more! Recreational opportunities for active and leaisure visitors abound throughout the Reserve and Central Whidbey Island.
EXPLORE:
Washington State Parks in the Reserve
Fort Casey, Fort Ebey and Ebey’s Landing State Park comprise the state parks within Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve. Visit the state parks for a glimpse into the rich military history of Central Whidbey Island - don’t forget your Discover Pass!
EXPLORE:
The Town of Coupeville
One of the oldest towns in the state of Washington, the maritime village of Coupeville is nestled along the shores of Penn Cove and a link to the history and maritime heritage of the Reserve. FREE public parking, charming shops, fine and casual dining, and a place to rest your head.
EXPLORE:
Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve
Become a National Park Service Junior Ranger; or get your National Park Passport Book stamped! Learn more about the Reserve - the history and culture and the historical significance of this quiet place in Central Whidbey Island.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
The Central Whidbey Historic District is filled with the heritage of a community as alive today as it was more than 10,000 years ago. The homeland of the Lower Skagit People, discover the many ways we work to preserve and protect the Reserve through Federal, State and Local partnerships.
THE WORK OF THE TRUST BOARD
The Trust Board of Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve is a partnership between the Town of Coupeville, Island County, Washington State Parks, and the National Park Service. Learn how we work together to protect this historically significant place, who the Board Members are, and how to reach staff.
THE FRIENDS OF EBEY’S
The Friends of Ebey’s is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization working to help preserve and support the Trust Board of Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve. Through your contributions, you help support the work of the Reserve in historic preservation and eductional programs. We thank the Friends of Ebey’s for their on-going support.
Films from the Ebey’s Reserve 50 Hour FilmSlam - a film competition in celebration of Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve
Ebey’s Reserve 50 Hour FilmSlam - Winner of the 2017 People's Choice Award.
Entry in the 2017 Ebey's Reserve 50 Hour FilmSlam
Discover Whidbey and Camano Islands
Escape it all with a visit to Island County and Whidbey and Camano Islands! Plan your visit with Whidbey Camano Tourism.
“I think it would be a great move. I have always thought so . . . To the north down along Admiralty Inlet . . . the cultivating land is generally found confined to the valleys of streams with the exception of Whidbey's Island . . . which is almost a paradise of nature.”
– Colonel Isaac Ebey, letter to his brother, W.S. Ebey, Olympia, Oregon Territory, April 25, 1851