Ancient trails, some thousands of years old, are still close to the surface in Washington State. Follow seasoned travelers from Cape Flattery and Puget Sound across Cascade Mountain passes, through inland plateaus, into the Kettle Range in the north and the Blue Mountains in the south and back along the Columbia River to Cape Disappointment, > Continue Reading
The Christmas Revels returns to Tacoma’s Rialto Theater. This year we're off to 18th century Canada for a Québécois Christmas Revels that includes storytelling, the beautiful songs of Christmas Eve and the boisterous songs of the new year, high energy dancing, a flying canoe and a magical journey. It’s a lively, funny and beautiful celebration > Continue Reading
The goal of Park(ing) Day is the same as it has been for 17 years: to call attention to the need for more urban open space, generate discussion and debate around how public space is utilized, and to improve the quality of urban habitat. For the last few years, we’ve seen parking spots utilized in > Continue Reading
On September 16, you could be 245' above Tacoma with just one way down as the Habitat Challenge urban rappel returns for its 6th year. In this thrilling, bucket-list experience you have the opportunity to pick up some major bragging rights as you descend from the roof of Tacoma's second tallest building, Hotel Murano. The > Continue Reading
The annual Teeny Awards Ceremony celebrates the best in our region's arts and culture according to teens. Come and help us elevate and celebrate young people's contributions to keeping our arts community healthy and strong for decades to come. Plus, there will be cupcakes! Tacoma organizations who are nominated for an award include: Broadway Center > Continue Reading
Join us for an evening of community bike repair. Tools and bike stands will be provided along with expert help from our staff. All experience levels and ages welcome! Bring a bike or just your curious self. This is a safe space and event so please be mindful of others' preferred pronouns. Thank you!
Join us for a dinner and auction featuring antiques, vintage, and unique treasures in support of St. Vinnie’s Homeless Prevention & Basic Needs Program.
Come join us for an evening of fun! The children will have an opportunity to create a craft while the movie is on and the parents are enjoying games and conversation. Coffee and tea will be provided but due to allergies, we are requesting families provide their own snacks. Please RSVP with the number of > Continue Reading
The Christmas Revels returns to Tacoma’s Rialto Theater. This year we're off to 18th century Canada for a Québécois Christmas Revels that includes storytelling, the beautiful songs of Christmas Eve and the boisterous songs of the new year, high energy dancing, a flying canoe and a magical journey. It’s a lively, funny and beautiful celebration > Continue Reading
Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. Participating museums provide FREE entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket! The Washington State History Museum is pleased to participate again this year. Tickets will be available starting August 15.
