We took a ferry trip to Vashon Island yesterday to celebrate our 31st anniversary (Wednesday, July 8th, 2026).
Oscar The Bird King is an incredible wood sculpture in Point Robinson Park, on adjoining Maury Island.
Vashon has a very vibrant arts community
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Oscar the Bird King, the giant public art sculpture created by artist Thomas Dambo at Point Robinson Park on Vashon Island, inspires beautiful themes of environmental stewardship, whimsical wonder, and community connection. He perfectly balances the line where human creativity beautifully blends into the Pacific Northwest forest. It is inspiring how Thomas Dambo transformed simple, discarded scrap wood, pallets, and driftwood into an intricate, majestic king. Standing in his courtyard of birdhouse totem poles feels like stepping straight into a living Pacific Northwest storybook. Wearing a crown of birdhouses sends a powerful, compassionate message about protecting and coexisting with our local bird species. Oscar stands as a gentle, giant reminder for humans to respect the planet, reduce waste, and clean up our natural spaces. His official folklore poem—mentioning him swimming to the island, talking to crows, and singing with orcas—perfectly captures the magic of Vashon Island's ecosystem. He brings people together, inspiring shared moments of reflection, conversation, and joy between families, friends, and fellow "troll hunters". Tucked away by the beach in a lovely coastal park, he offers a free, whimsical day-trip escape that appeals to the child in everyone.
Happy Anniversary!
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