Commemorate Juneteenth at the Washington State History Museum, presenting members of the African American Writers Alliance. Writers will compose and read original works reflecting on items from the WSHS collection and the historical significance of the holiday. In partnership with Write253, guests will also hear local youth writers read original reflections on the significance of Juneteenth, > Continue Reading

IN THE SPIRIT Arts Market and Northwest Native Festival, hosted collaboratively by the Washington State History Museum, Tacoma Art Museum, and Museum of Glass.   Enjoy shopping among and talking with artist vendors, listening to Native music, watching dynamic cultural dance, making art, exploring exhibitions and more.   For festival-related questions, contact Michael King, Education > Continue Reading

Join Washington State Historical Society for Family Saturdays – Story Time, September 9, 10:30-12pm. Explore how history connects us all as we read "Imagine", written by Juan Felipe Herrera and illustrated by Lauren Castillo. Herrera was the first Latino U.S. Poet Laureate (2015–17). After the reading, we’ll engage in a hands-on investigation of a related > Continue Reading

Always Prepared – Building the Road for Equality Thursday, February 1, 5:30 to 8:00 PM Free community event. Registration is required. In honor of Black History Month, and in partnership with the Buffalo Soldiers Museum, Luther Adams, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Ethnic, Gender and Labor Studies at the University of Washington Tacoma, will lead a > Continue Reading