GASKILL/OLSON GALLERY

302 First Street Langley, WA 98260 ph/fax: 360.221.2978

Formerly CHILDERS/PROCTOR GALLERY

A fine art gallery specializing in original northwest oils,
watercolors, etchings, collages, and bronze sculptures.

LANGLEY . . . Washington's most beautiful waterfront town.

Langley was incorporated in 1913 and the city limits comprise only 0.75 square mile. In 1880, Jacob Anthes purchased 120 acres of timber lands in what is now Langley. Anthes realized the excellent location of Langley for a cordwood cutting business, which could supply fuel for the steamers that plied Puget Sound. By 1891, he and several investors founded the town, naming it in honor of one of the principal stockholders, Seattle Judge J. W. Langley.

Langley, at a mere 20-foot elevation, overlooks Saratoga Passage, Mount Baker, the Cascades and the woodlands of Camano Island. 1st, 2nd and Anthes Streets are lined with interesting shops, art galleries, antique stores and great restaurants. Historic buildings, flower filled walkways, and parks are waiting your discovery. Langley's reputation is a small, quiet and welcoming haven with spectacular views of water and sky. But like the Seattle area, you can always find a great espresso or mocha.

Arts
Langley is a thriving arts community, home to numerous regionally, nationally and internationally known artists. The numerous artists draw their inspiration from the breathtaking beauty of South Whidbey and a remarkably supportive public. Resident artists and craftsmen, local glass studios, our own Whidbey Island Center for the Arts and proximity to Coupeville Arts Center as well as the famed Pilchuck Glass School in Stanwood, contribute to the wealth of talent in this tiny community. The nine galleries of Langley work in partnership with each other and the artists to continually expand the quality and diversity for residents and visitors.

Accommodations
The Langley area has the highest density of bed and breakfast inns in the state and boasts "star rated" fine restaurants, delicious bakeries, a historic tavern, and a local winery. Enjoy a romantic stay at the Inn at Langley or A Country Cottage with dinner at the Inn, or Cafe Langley. The Langley Chamber of Commerce can provide a list of current B&B's. The Chamber web site lists lots of other activities to do while in Langley.
There are many B&B's on the island such as Whidwood in Coupeville.

Parks

Langley Park at Second and Anthes is a corner of town designed to preserve a green space that the community can share. The park includes an eclectic mix of original sculptures and artwork, a shelter, park benches and stone pathways winding between flowers and green space.

Hladky Park, at 1st and Anthes, is located by the Gaskill/Olson Gallery. Sit under the trees or on the benches to enjoy a scenic waterscape.

Walk from the Inn at Langley to the Gaskill/Olson Gallery along Seawall Park. This waterfront park has benches and grass for a lovely lunch. The park goes along the waterfront with a set of stairs ascending to the Georgia Gerber bronze sculpture of a boy and dog. This is a great photo spot. Georgia Gerber is a Whidbey Artist is best known for creating the life-size bronze pig "Rachel" at Seattle's Pike Place Market.

Whidbey Island Meerkerk Gardens is a wonderful peaceful woodland garden with woodland trails and Rhododendron display Gardens. A must see while on the island.

Small Boat Harbor

Boating or sailing enthusiasts love the Langley Small Boat Harbor with its 160 foot pier and walkway, sundeck, and utilities. Langley and the Gaskill/Olson Gallery are just a short walk along first avenue - Latitude 48° 02.469' and Longitude 122° 24.575' is the front door

Directions From Seattle
Drive North on I-5 to exit #189 (Whidbey/Mukilteo)
Following signs to Whidbey/Mukilteo ferry
Take the Mukilteo Ferry to Clinton and travel North on Hwy 525 (the main road on the Island) for 2.5 miles
Turn right at the first stop light onto Langley Road for 3 miles until arrival into Langley.
Turn right at the first stop sign onto Cascade Avenue which becomes 1st Avenue.
The Gallery is on the corner of 1st and Anthes Ave.

Directions From North Whidbey Island
Drive South on Hwy 525 following the signs to Langley
Turn left at Maxwelton Road (first stop light after Freeland) Follow Maxwelton Road until it dead ends on Langley Road
Turn Left on onto Langley Road
Follow Langley Road for 1 mile until arrival into Langley.
Turn right at the first stop sign onto Cascade Ave which turns into 1st Avenue.
The Gallery is on the corner of 1st and Anthes Ave.