Welcome to Bainbridge Frog Rock
Celebrating creativity, community, and a beloved landmark with heart.
For generations, these two have watched over a quiet bend in the road — Frog Rock with his gentle gratitude, and Ladybug with her bright, mischievous spirit. To some, they’re old friends. To others, a new delight. Here, we simply invite you to meet them as we have: with warmth, wonder, and a smile.
Bainbridge Frog Rock celebrates a beloved local landmark and the creativity, friendship, and imagination that brought it to life. Through stories, community connection, and shared delight, we honor its history, uplift its creators, and invite everyone who smiles when they see it to be part of the story.
Beyond the bend lies a world where imagination has a home — a place where Frog Rock and Ladybug come alive in stories, adventures, and gentle bits of wonder. Step inside and let their companionship guide you into moments of joy, creativity, and childlike delight.
Every folk tale has its beginning. Ours started on a misty Bainbridge night in 1971, when two high-school sweethearts, Bob Green and Ellen Barnes, painted a pair of glacial boulders into a cheerful frog with a curlicue, red smile.
What began as a playful, late-night act of creativity soon became a beloved island friend, gathering decades of affection from neighbors, families, and visitors alike.
Today, we honor their joyful spark by keeping Frog Rock’s magic alive — through stories, community events, art, and the traditions that have grown around him ever since.
Favorites
Bright, playful Frog Rock goods and everyday keepsakes.
Moss & Muse
Artful paper goods and creations from island makers.
1971 Collection
Revived from Bob Green’s original Frog Rock artwork — vintage-inspired pieces rooted in Bainbridge Island history.
KING 5’s Evening Magazine – The Story Behind Frog Rock
From our documentary The Story of Frog Rock to TV features and community events, Frog Rock’s tale has traveled far beyond the bend of Phelps Road and Madison Avenue.
Watch the teaser, explore media moments, and see how this small landmark became a bighearted island story.
Frog Rock and Ladybug live on the corner of N Madison Avenue and Phelps Road NE on Bainbridge. Park safely, be mindful of traffic, & say hello with a wave or a photo — they love meeting new friends.
Stories, events, Hop-Ups, and Frog Rock cheer — delivered every so often. No spam. No fuss. Just tales from a mossy roadside and a smiling friend who loves a good wave.
Community & Culture
Frog Rock is best experienced as part of a shared local ecosystem.
We’re grateful to share this island with organizations, storytellers, and cultural stewards who help shape Bainbridge Island’s arts, history, and sense of place.
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