a.k.a. Roslyn Washington

as explored by Herbie Saint

On July 4th, 2002, Dallas Stephenson and I set out on a journey across the United States (from North Carolina to Washington) on our motorcycles.  One of our goals was to spend a night in Roslyn, WA - the town setting for Cicely Alaska on the television series, "Northern Exposure."

We arrived in Roslyn on Monday, July 8th and the following photographs are all from that day.

Just after arriving in Roslyn WA - Dallas and the bikes on Pennsylvannia Ave (the main drag).

We had reservations at Harry's Inn so we could have a few beers at The Brick that evening and be able to walk back to the room.  Harry's Inn is just across the street above Village Pizza.

The Brick in Roslyn and Harry's Inn just above Village Pizza (across the street from each other).

I had a hand-drawn map of production locations for Northern Exposure so we went in search of what we could find to photograph - after having lunch at the Roslyn Cafe - a nice little upscale joint that I heartily recommend trying if you're in town.

Me in front of the famous Roslyn Cafe mural and KBHR radio.

Front view of the Roslyn Cafe and the town's Movie Theater.

Ruth-Anne's General Store and Dr. Joel Fleischman's Office

Maggie O'Connell's house and the view from her house overlooking Roslyn, WA

Maurice Minnifield's house and a truck in Roslyn (I don't think it's the same one as in the opening credits).

The Brick - outside at night and inside the Brick enjoying a few beers. That's Dallas with the hat.

The view from our room (#3) at Harry's Inn (The Brick, Theater & Fleischman's office).

We missed a few things on our visit - like where Chris' camping trailer was set up and Ruth-Anne's gravesite.  I understand they are about 5 miles outside of town.  And for some unknown reason, I didn't get a photograph of the totem pole.  Maybe that's a sign that I must return.

That's about it.  We spent one night in Roslyn and then rode onto the Pacific coast before turning around and heading back to North Carolina via another route.   If you liked the show, then you'll certainly get a kick out of exploring Roslyn, Washington. 

Northern Exposure Fans Pampered Here: Kimiye Tipton's site including The NX Guide Online & FAQ.

A Northern Exposure Miscellany: Comprehensive site about the show

Moose Days:  Annual Northern Exposure event in Roslyn, WA

Moosechick's Notes: A Northern Exposure total experience

The Brick Tavern in Roslyn WA

Cicely's Gift Shop:  actually exists in Fleischman's office in Roslyn.

Central Sundries: Ruth-Anne's store in Roslyn

Northern Exposure stuff on eBay 

email:  herbie (at) herbiesaint (dot) com