News & Events
Jul 16, 2012
The City of Zillah will celebrate the recently completed move and rehabilitation of the National Register of Historic Places listed Teapot Dome Gas Station. The celebration will take place on Wednesday July 25th at 10:00 am at the new location at 117 First Avenue in Zillah. A few years ago, the City purchased the gas station property after the station was closed and left vacant and subject to vandalism and deterioration. Later the City obtained a Transportation Enhancement grant to... more
Jul 10, 2012
We are offering the Five Lights By Sea tour July 14th at 9:00 to 1:00. There will be two retired Lighthouse Coast Guardsmen on board to tell stories and learn about the past. This tour will embark on an adventure to see many of the 172 islands in the San Juan Islands. We will visit the Five Light Stations that dot the shores of our islands. We give a historical narration of each Lighthouse as we go. It is 60+ miles, but times seems to fly by. For our... more
Jul 09, 2012
Hot off the press, the slate of speakers has been set for the 2012 conference of the Marion Dean Ross/Pacific Northwest Chapter of the Society of Architectural Historians! This year's theme is "Building the Inland Empire: A Closer Look at the Architects and Artisans" and will be held in Spokane, Washington. The following seven will be presenting on Saturday, November 3rd: Phil Gruen Preservation, Authenticity, and the Recent Past in Virginia City, Montana Diana Painter ... more
Jul 03, 2012
It is with regret that the Department of Archaeology... moreJul 02, 2012
Join us at the Cathlapotle Plankhouse on the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge on July 8 at 2pm for our next Second Sunday event featuring herbalist and educator Judy BlueHorse Skelton. Judy BlueHorse Skelton (Nez Perce/Cherokee), MA, has worked with federal and state Indian Education programs throughout the Northwest for 18 years, creating cultural activities focusing on traditional and contemporary uses of native plants for food, medicine, ceremony, and healthy lifeways. Judy... more
Jun 27, 2012
From the Peninsula Daily News - Photograph by Charlie Bermant
Before Taylor Street in downtown Port Townsend reopened to vehicular traffic Tuesday after a four-month, $3.5 million project that refurbished the top and underneath of the block, there was this whimsical tribute to the Beatles' 1969 “Abbey Road” album cover. The new crosswalk... moreJun 27, 2012
U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen is introducing federal legislation to preserve the Green Mountain fire lookout near Darrington.
By Gale Fiege, Herald Writer
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Jun 26, 2012
In coordination with the Washington State Department of Commerce, the Planning Association of Washington, and the Washington Cities Insurance Authority, the City of Hoquiam hosts
A Custom Short Course on Local Planning Focusing on Historic Preservation and Downtown Revitalization
Wednesday, July 11, 2012 from 6:30 – 9:30 PM at the Hoquiam City Hall – Council Chambers 609 8th Street in Hoquiam, WA
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Host City Spokane, WA October 31 - November 3
“Beyond Boundaries” is the theme of the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s National Preservation Conference, the largest gathering of its kind in the nation... moreJun 19, 2012
Jun 18, 2012
The Office of Federal Agency Programs is pleased to announce the continuation of our Section 106 Webinar Series. Join ACHP staff instructors for one-hour, interactive learning experiences about hot topics in Section 106 review. Program offerings include topics of interest to all knowledge levels, from those new to the regulatory process to experienced practitioners. Webinars resume June 28, when Program Analyst Katry Harris will reprise a popular topic from our first series, Defining the... more
Jun 14, 2012
Applications for this grant program for capital facilities for community-based, non-residential community and social service projects must reach the Washington State Department of Commerce by July 9, 2012. A 25% cash match is required (but can be only committed) and can affect government owned properties under long term lease to a non-profit. Go to this website for more information and links to application materials.
Jun 13, 2012
Training Announcement - JUNE 26, 2012 REMINDER TO SAVE THE DATE AND REGISTER! FCC HISTORIC PRESERVATION LEARNING SESSION – (Tribal focus) Please register by Wednesday, June 13 using the link below:
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Laxayam! (Hello)! Join us at the Cathlapotle Plankhouse this Sunday, June 10, at 2pm as we learn about chinuk wawa, a trade language used by Native Americans along the Columbia River. Presenters Greg Archuleta, Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, and Justin Robinson, Chinook Indian Nation will educate visitors on the history of the language and teach basic phrases, words and pronunciation. Efforts are being made by both the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde and the Chinook Indian Nation to... more
Jun 05, 2012
Find out how to use on-line mapping and research resources for local history such as thematic walking tours, virtual markers, research sites and developing interactive applications. Bring a laptop for step-by-step instruction with free Wi-Fi. Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 9:30AM to 12 NOON Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Avenue Tacoma, WA 98402 Cost: $20.00 Fee for parking. Registration and information: Contact Shanna Stevenson at ... more
May 30, 2012
May 29, 2012
It is with sadness that we report on the sudden passing of US Forest Archaeologist Steve Kramer. Steve had a natural proclivity to teach. He was patient, inspirational and always able to bring a little humor to any situation. He earned his BS at Oregon State University in... more
