Historical

Learn About the History of Samish Bay Cheese and the Original Farm...

Roger and Suzanne originally bought the 54 acre farm in 1999. They took over the operation from the previous family, who began Samish Bay Cheese as an organic dairy farm in 1996. Roger and Suzanne started with only 13 cows, using all of their produced milk to create delectable organic cheeses. They have grown their cow numbers to over 40 milkers. Over the years, they have strived to uncover the history of their beautiful farm and have added to the history themselves.

While the original date of construction is unknown, the farm house is believed to have been built in the late 1800s. The dairy farm was added on in the early 1900s. Take a look below to see how this dairy farm has transformed over the last century.

1916

1930s

1999

A few days after purchasing the farm.
Our First Cheese Shop
Charley on Top of the World (of hay)

2016

Original Cheese Making Room
Cheese Shop
New Production and Cheese Aging Rooms