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Friends of Starrett House
Help Us Preserve The Starrett House
To achieve our vision for the Starrett House, it is essential to preserve this landmark structure, listed on The National Historic Register. As a cherished piece of Victorian history in Uptown Port Townsend, its preservation ensures that this pivotal part of our heritage continues to be celebrated for generations to come.
Our Preservation Punch List:
Exterior Painting
Roof Replacement
New Flashing
Weatherstripping
Fireplace Repairs
Masonry Tuckpointing
Gutter Fabrication
Floor Refinishing
Kitchen Reconfiguration
Become a Friend of
The Starrett House
Kaiti Howland photography
Vision:
A friendly, informal, and supportive volunteer group of people united by their interest in helping Bayside preserve and make the highest use of the Starrett House to best support Bayside's Mission.
Membership:
Open to anyone with interests in helping Bayside with the Starrett House. If you are interested in becoming a Friend of Starrett House, click below or contact karen@baysidehousing.org
What to Expect:
Friends of the Starrett House support Bayside in many ways. Some lend a hand directly; helping with furniture placement, gardening, event set-up, or even labeling teas for sale. Others share their experience and expertise, promote Starrett House events, raise funds and in-kind donations, and build connections with partner organizations. Whether hands-on or behind the scenes, every effort helps preserve the house and strengthens its role in the community.
With the purchase of Starrett House in 2023, Bayside Housing & Services created goals, such as finding out how to best manage the property to best benefit Bayside's Mission. Bayside is converting the basement into three affordable housing units for their residents, maintaining the main floor for high teas, meetings, weddings, and other special events.
2025 Accomplishments
Holiday Open House December 13th
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Gathered generous donations — from china and furniture to a king mattress, linens, and lush plants.
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Hosted a sparkling Open House, welcoming 75 enthusiastic guests through the doors of Starrett House.
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Brought Victorian charm to life by participating in Port Townsend’s Annual Victorian Festival.
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Joined the Port Townsend Main Street program, deepening their connection to the community.
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Held monthly meetings (every second Thursday, 1–2:30 PM) to keep momentum strong and ideas flowing.
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Created a beautiful marketing brochure showcasing Starrett House as a B&B, high tea destination, and special events venue — plus details on how to join the Friends.
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Organized two elegant Fundraising Dinners in support of restoration efforts.
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Represented Starrett House at the Farmer’s Market, spreading awareness and local pride.
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Produced the “Heirlooms of History” event, an Antiques Roadshow-style valuation of family treasures
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Hosted a sold-out Starrett House Séance, enchanting 50 brave guests!
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Decorated the main floor for Christmas, and invited members of the community to come and enjoy!
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Hosted the Wild Rose Chorale Acapella Concert on Tuesday, December 16th
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Hosted two very successful seating's of the Winter Solstice Tea
The Friends of Starrett House are breathing new life into a local icon — one event, one conversation, and one generous gesture at a time—and have raised $9,000 toward its maintenance and restoration.
Bayside Housing & Services extends its warmest thanks to the community for its support of Bayside’s mission, and to the Friends of Starrett House for their commitment. We look forward to more adventures in fun-raising and fundraising in the year to come!
Join us!
Ready to make a difference in preserving this historic treasure? To become a Friend of Starrett House or for more information:
Email:
karen@baysidehousing.org
Location:
744 Clay Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368
