Culture
Like many Seattle residents, Bainbridge Islanders are extreme environmentalists, outdoorsy, and very physically active, with nearly every resident active in kayaking, sailing, hiking, skiing, running, or soccer. Bainbridge Island is a predominantly white, highly-educated, and - as a by-product of isolated island life - culturally and socially sheltered community. The island was once a poet's commune in the 70s and 80s, when many West-Coast artists, poets, and musicians converged to bask in the island's serene environment. Partly as a result of the near-constant overcast weather, Islanders tend to be solemn, quiet, and good-natured. Artistic and cultural events and organizations still abound, at perennial Pegasus Coffee, The Lynwood Theatre, and The Bainbridge Performing Arts Center, which has   More...