End-of-Year Donor Drive, and a Holiday Message
Visit our Support page to read a brief letter from our Board of Directors, including options for end-of-year charitable giving to support Worthington Park in our mission to preserve the past for future generations.
Worthington Park’s Final Transformation
It’s been a long road and we’re near to our grand opening! Read about our recent progress on our blog, recently published in the Winter 2021 edition of Tracing the Fjord.
Public Events
Concerts, Parties, and More
Worthington Park is a popular place for events open to the public. There is something for everyone!
Private Events
Plan Your Event
Planning an event? From family reunions and outdoor picnics, to weddings, concerts, and more. Worthington Park is the place.
Visit Museum
Our Rich History
Learn more about Quilcene, Washingon’s local history, as well as the surrounding areas at the Quilcene Historical Museum.
Fine Art and Period Furniture Collection
Take a peek inside the doors of the mansion to learn about the collection of paintings on loan to Worthington Park, and the period furniture which grace the completed interior. The booklet is available as a PDF download, or browse the pages online.
Unique, Historical Event Center
Worthington Park’s infrastructure provides ideal settings for special events throughout the year for our community as well as visitors from outside the county, state, and nation. Our vision is to integrate these unique features into a multi-functional event center to attract increased numbers of visitors as it educates, entertains, and enriches. We expect to become fully operational this year, and “open our doors” upon completion of the interior restoration and supporting infrastructure. Our facilities continue to attract an increasing number of visitors supporting our goals of building the local economy by attracting new events and tourism.
Worthington Park has everything necessary to host the event of your dreams. You can host an event or a party at the Linger Longer stage and meadow, next to the historic barn, beside the tranquil pond and scenic river, or even in the forested area along the CK Birkenfeld Trail. The 10 acre grounds include the outdoor stage with space for parking, event vendors, or anything else you can imagine to make your event successful.
The Worthington Mansion was built in 1892 and contains 17 rooms, rises to 3 stories, and is capped by a magnificent Late Victorian, French 2nd Empire Mansard roof – creating a generous amount of unique interior space for events of all kinds, from intimate parties to corporate retreats.
Worthington Park is a Property of the Quilcene Historical Museum, a 501(c)3 organization.
Celebrating Our Community’s Heritage
We are excited to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Quilcene Historical Museum’s operation. This is a milestone for all of us, as Worthington Park comes into full operation to continue the preservation of our local history by weaving it into the everyday events of life. We appreciate all the support you have given over the past 30 years, and look forward to building a greater legacy, long into the future. Check out our blog post with the minutes from our founding meeting!
The Quilcene Historical Museum is a recipient of the 2020 Mary P. Johnson Historic Preservation Award.
Click Here to Read More
Upcoming Events
Worthington Park hosts many public events – including concerts, community festivals, fundraisers, and more.
Click Here to Visit the Events Page and See Our Full Schedule
Bon Jon Pass Out – June 18, 2022
On June 18, Worthington Park will once again host one of the premier gravel races on the Peninsula – the Bon Jon Pass Out. Quilcene is perfectly placed at the base of the Olympic Mountains, and along Quilcene Bay, for an extraordinary ride. After leaving Worthington Park, riders take the long ascent to Bon Jon Pass. The views from the top of Bon Jon Pass will knock your socks off! After the race enjoy great food and a fabulous beer garden.
Click Here to register today on the Peninsula Adventure Sports Website!
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Oyster Races – September 18, 2022
Run or walk the tenth annual Oyster Races (Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K) on September 18 in peaceful Quilcene on the beautiful Olympic Peninsula! The surroundings include woodlands, water, and mountains. All race proceeds benefit Quilcene-Brinnon Dollars for Scholars, providing scholarships to local high school seniors and college undergrads. The races begin and end at Worthington Park. Great scenery, awesome volunteers, and support for good causes make this a “can’t-miss” event! Registration includes: an event-specific finisher medal; a serving of local oysters; one local craft beer (21 and over); and free open house at the newly restored Victorian Worthington Mansion!
Click here for more information on the race and registration!
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In the News
Tracing the Fjord: Article in Winter Edition
Check out our most recent article published in Tracing the Fjord.
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4th Annual Scarecrow Contest Results
The votes are counted and winners declared! Check out this year’s winning entries.
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Article in the Peninsula Daily News: Scarecrow Contest
Check out a lovely mention of this year’s Scarecrow Contest in the Peninsula Daily News!
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