Eagle Harbor Church Steeple
Bainbridge Island, Washington

Project Manager: Brian Russell
Superintendent: Chuck Fryer

The refurbishment of the Eagle Harbor Congregational Church steeple involved removing the steeple so it could be repaired at ground level. The steeple was reinforced with rods and beams so it could be carefully set on the ground in order to be repaired. Once on the ground, everything below the roof was rebuilt to match the existing structure and the roof was reshingled. Church volunteers assisted in the work, they even provided new trim, some of which they made themselves. The original bell was refurbished by a Port Townsend company and a second town bell was added. The steeple was then hoisted back up and secured into place.

The church steeple is a Winslow landmark that is featured in many calendars, post cards and tourism brochures. It was added a few years after the church was built in 1896. The congregation was able to raise the money for the project through their “Save our Steeple” campaign. The second bell that was added to the tower was dedicated to the church’s non members who made donations. Drury Construction was able to finish the project for about 30% less than the original contract.