Solstice Sing for the Orcas

Saturday, June 20 about 6 p.m. at Lime Kiln Point State Park, San Juan Island

— from Jenny L. Atkinson, Executive Director, The Whale Museum —

Orca Sing is an annual event where people gather for an evening of music at Lime Kiln Point State Park to honor the Southern Resident orcas. Typically held on a Saturday near the Solstice, this year’s event is the 16th annual and will take place on Saturday, June 20, beginning around 6 p.m.

This year, Seattle’s City Cantabile Choir will perform. We will also celebrate Washington State Parks and Orca Awareness Month. While there is no guarantee, we hope that the orcas will grace us with a pass-by.

The event is free and open to the public. Participants are encouraged to bring a picnic to enjoy the beauty of Lime Kiln. Tours of the historic lighthouse will be offered before and after the concert. A Discovery Pass is required for parking at the State Park and can be purchased through the Lime Kiln Point State Park Interpretive Center. Carpooling is encouraged as parking is limited. Round-trip transportation is also available through San Juan Transit.

For more information, contact The Whale Museum at (360) 378-4710 ext. 30. The Whale Museum can be found on-line at www.whalemuseum.org.

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