For Kids

Callahan’s Firehouse is a Glass Studio and Art Gallery in beautiful downtown Langley providing a fine art shopping adventure, espresso, and glass blowing experience. Just about anyone can blow glass; children, bridesmaids, groomsmen, grandmothers, grandfathers, heck the whole family and even those business groups knee deep in team building can take a break and enjoy glass blowing.

Appointments are required for glass blowing. Visit website to make appointment online.

The HUB is an after-school drop-in program offering social and recreational activities for middle and high school youth in a supportive setting. Young people have access to games, art activities, workshops and adult mentors.  Students receive a hot meal each day.

Photographs, maps, pioneer diaries, oral accounts and historic items from the museum’s collection are just a few of the things that will educate visitors about Whidbey and take them from the early days of settlement to the present day.

The NWLA Cultural Center is a 501c3 Educational Organization dedicated to nurturing intercultural awareness and understanding by providing opportunities for local schools and communities to practice cultural competency, participate effectively in our global environment and contribute to a more peaceful and harmonious world.  Since 1996 we’ve been connecting Whidbey Island to the rest of the world, through international exchanges and cultural events and programs.

Orca Network – Connecting whales and people in the Pacific Northwest. Projects include the Whale Sighting Network, Educational Programs, the Central Puget Sound Marine Mammal Stranding Network, the campaign to retire Lolita/Tokitae, the last survivor of the orcas captured in Penn Cove, and the Langley Whale Center. The Langley Whale Center is open Thursday – Sunday, 11 am – 5 pm. Come learn about the whales and marine mammals of the Salish Sea, check out books from our Marine Lending Library, watch films and talk to our volunteer docents. Check out our great gift shop before you leave!

The South Whidbey Historical Society collects, preserves and presents information, stories and artifacts of our history, weaving together the diverse experiences of our people as context for today’s decision makers and inspiration for tomorrow’s leaders.

Activities are available for both children and adults. Come join us for some fun at the park! Check out our Programs or Events on our website or pickup a copy of our Activity Guide at all South Whidbey Post Offices, Libraries, Chambers of Commerce, or the Park District office.

The Mission of the South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District is parks, facilities, and recreation programs for the citizens of South Whidbey Island.

The Machine Shop offers a classic collection of arcade and pinball machines. These retro machines provide entertainment for the whole family. Located right up Second Street with over 80 classic pinball and arcade games, featuring local artwork on the walls, neon lights, and live music monthly,  The Machine Shop is a welcome blast from the past.

Whidbey Art Escape is a Paint-Your-Own Pottery place for people of all ages to create art by painting pottery pieces.   So whether you’re looking for a fun place to spend the afternoon with the kids, or you’re an artist looking for a place to spend time honing your craft, Whidbey Art Escape offers a warm atmosphere, reasonable prices, and friendly guidance – however you art! It’s a great interactive activity for all.

Whidbey Children’s Theater is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of youth by creating opportunities to discover, experience, and participate in the performing arts.

We believe that the performing arts have a valuable place in our community, and that through participation in the arts children will develop their unique selves in an environment that embraces the whole person and emphasizes support, collaboration, and trust. We strive to engage in collaborative efforts with the larger community of arts groups wherever possible and recognize the positive impact such endeavors have on the community as a whole.

Visit our website for upcoming events and ways to get involved.

Whidbey Island Arts Council (WIAC) assists local artists and arts organizations by providing advice, financial aid and sponsorship; and to encourage arts education at all levels and increased community awareness of and support for the arts and culture of Whidbey Island.

The Whidbey Island Fair provides entertainment and a place for all of us to gather with family and friends to celebrate the fruits of our labors and enjoy that which is so special about Island county.