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... moreMay 29, 2012
Elizabeth Freiheit CHAVE (07.22.1955 — 05.15.2012) 
Beth passed away on Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in Seattle. Born in 1955 in Lakewood, Ohio, she grew up in Avon Lake, on the shores of Lake Erie. Beth graduated from Stanford and Cornell Universities, and contributed much during her career to historic... more
Beth passed away on Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in Seattle. Born in 1955 in Lakewood, Ohio, she grew up in Avon Lake, on the shores of Lake Erie. Beth graduated from Stanford and Cornell Universities, and contributed much during her career to historic... moreMay 22, 2012
As a project of The Next Fifty, Docomomo WEWA and Historic Seattle present a three-part lecture series at Seattle Center in June that focuses on the architecture and design heritage of the Seattle World's Fair and its influence and impact beyond the Fair's original campus.
The lecture series is sponsored by
Historic Seattle, Docomomo WEWA, The Next Fifty, 4Culture,...
moreMay 17, 2012
Awards to spotlight Pioneer Square information center, Moore House in Fall City, Lake Union archaeological sites, and Redmond WPA-built park facility
King County Executive Dow Constantine will recognize four recipients of the 2012 John D. Spellman Awards for Exemplary Achievement in Historic Preservation on May 24 at the Old Redmond Schoolhouse Community Center, 16600 NE 80th Street, Redmond, WA. “As John Steinbeck so eloquently wrote in The Grapes of... moreMay 16, 2012
May 14, 2012
The City of Bothell seeks a part-time Historic Preservation consultant on contract to the City to provide staff assistance to the City’s Landmark Preservation Board. This is a 10 hour-per-week position with compensation paid at the rate of $33.29 per hour. The position requires the successful candidate to attend the Board’s official monthly meeting on the fourth Tuesday evening of each month (except for August, when the Board is in recess). The position reports to the Planning Manager in the... more
May 08, 2012
