In partnership with the Anacortes Arts Festival, the Creative District, and the City of Anacortes

This summer, something magical is taking root in the forested trails of Cap Sante. Nestled among the evergreens and ferns, three enchanting "tiny dwellings" will appear like whispers from a fairytale. Welcome to Twig & Toadstool Tiny Dwellings, a new public art project designed to spark wonder, imagination, and joy for trail-goers of all ages.

A Trail-Side Surprise

Twig & Toadstool celebrates Pacific Northwest artistry and nature through three imaginative, handcrafted dwellings placed along the Cap Sante Trail. Created by local artisans, these imaginative structures invite visitors of all ages to explore the trail in search of miniature magic hidden among the trees.

About the Dwellings

While small in scale, these creations are big in personality. Artists were encouraged to use a wide variety of materials, including wood, plaster, rock, fiber, plastics, and more, ensuring that each house reflects its creator’s unique vision.

These aren’t cookie-cutter cottages—they’re portals into whimsical worlds:

• Fred Ableman | Inquire Within
  Plywood, repurposed shingles, mirror, paint

• Carla Seaton | Anacortopia
  Beer growlers, concrete papier mâché, polymer clay

• Stephen Cheng | Woohoo
  Plastic + 3D printing
  (installation coming soon)
  

The dwellings are scheduled to be installed by summer 2025, where they will remain in place for up to a year—weathering seasons, witnessing foot traffic, and becoming part of the living landscape of Cap Sante.

Twig & Toadstool is more than a public art installation; it’s a celebration of curiosity, craftsmanship, and collaboration. Whether you’re a hiker, a local, or a visitor, keep your eyes peeled—you never know what magic awaits around the next bend in the trail.

Let the forest surprise you.