Water Highways Mosquito Fleet 
Steamboats arrived on the Puget Sound in the 1850s and these steamers... more
Steamboats arrived on the Puget Sound in the 1850s and these steamers... moreNews & Events
Mar 02, 2011
The National Trust for Historic Preservation has announced that the 2011 Preservation Leadership Training (PLT) will be held from June 11-18 at Woodlawn, a National Trust historic site in Alexandria, VA. PLT is an intensive one-week experience tailored to respond to the needs of state and local preservation organizations and agencies. It includes a participatory experience in... more
Feb 28, 2011
Another reason to travel to Wisconsin besides watching the political brinksmanship in Madison, is to catch the recently opened exhibit at the Milwaukee Art Museum on native son Frank Lloyd Wright. Titled “Frank Lloyd Wright: Organic Architecture for the 21st Century”, the show opened on February 12 and is drawing rave reviews. Featuring drawings, models, and even home movies rarely if ever seen by the public, the timely theme focuses on Wright’s architecture as leading the way in... more
Feb 23, 2011
Discover Washington Archaeology and History!
Washington State Historical Society and State Capital Museum
Present
Mysteries Under Our Highways
Pam Trautman (WSDOT Archaeologist) and Craig Holstine (WSDOT Historian)
Monday, February 28, 2011 @ Noon State Capital Museum 211 – 21st Ave. SW, Olympia (360) 753-2580 Come learn about two... moreFeb 23, 2011
The Timber Framers Guild, a 501-C3 educational association, is proud to announce the recent registration and implementation of a U.S. Department of Labor certified Apprenticeship Program. This is the result of investment by the general membership, staff time, and many volunteer hours over more than five years. This program reflects the will of the membership and the mission statement of the Timber Framers Guild. Timber framing is a multi-disciplinary carpentry trade and its many aspects will... more
Feb 23, 2011
Feb 23, 2011
The Governor's Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, February 24 is canceled due to inclement weather. The meeting will be rescheduled for a date in March.
Feb 16, 2011
“The Greenest Building” Movie Screening at the Architectural Heritage Center 701 SE Grand Ave., Portland, OR 97214 Tuesday, February 22, 2011, 7:00 - 9:00 PM $8.00 plus $1.43 ticketing fee Tickets on sale only at: http://thegreenestbuildingatahc.eventbrite.... more
Feb 16, 2011
Washington Dept. of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) received a Preserve America Grant to fund a comprehensive survey and inventory of historic maritime resources along the Washington coast from Grays Harbor to Blaine. DAHP selected Artifacts Consulting, Inc. of Tacoma to undertake the project. The foremost goal of the survey and inventory effort is to document and build public understanding of our regional maritime history. A selection of at least 500 historic vessels, sites,... more
Feb 15, 2011
The National Park Service (NPS) Technical Preservation Services recently released its annual Statistical Report and Analysis for Fiscal Year 2010 summarizing performance of the Federal Tax Incentives for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings, commonly referred to as the ITC (for Investment Tax Credits). The ITC is the federal tax incentive program providing for a 20% credit for investment in “certified” rehabilitation projects of income-producing buildings that are listed in the National... more
Feb 14, 2011
14th Annual
Victorian Heritage Days
March 18-20, 2011
2011 Victorian Heritage Days in Port Townsend will feature connections between... moreFeb 14, 2011
Washington Trust Announces a Call for Nominations to the 2011 Most Endangered Historic Properties List Seattle, Washington: The Washington Trust for Historic Preservation is seeking nominations to its 2011 Most Endangered Historic Properties List. Nomination forms may be obtained through the Trust’s website. With on-going threats to historic properties statewide such as demolition, neglect,... more
Feb 14, 2011
Save Windows, Save Dollars, Save History Date: March 5, 2011, 9:00am Location: La Grande, Oregon, Bronson's Lumber, window shop. For: tradespeople, contractors, building owners, homeowners Learn how to repair, maintain and upgrade existing wooden windows to save more energy and more dollars than replacement windows. Morning Talk and Slide Show: - The complete step-by-step procedure to restore a window and make it last another 100 years. - Lowest cost... more
Feb 14, 2011
“Our Town” grants are available from the National Endowment for the Arts for creative placemaking projects that contribute toward the livability of communities and help transform them into lively, beautiful, and sustainable places with the arts at their core. Projects may include use of design to enhance/revitalize public spaces, planning for creative/cultural sector growth, or the commissioning or installation of new art to improve public spaces.... more
Feb 10, 2011
Today, State Senators Haugen and Swecker introduced Senate Bill 5768 that would establish a new Department of Heritage, Arts, and Culture. The proposed department would bring together under one umbrella agency several existing but separate state agencies, commissions, and organizations that have preservation of heritage and the arts as a mission. As written, Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, the State Historical Societies, Arts Commission would be merged into the one agency.... more
Feb 10, 2011
Come and enjoy tasty hors d' oeuvres, refreshing beverages, and a chance to bid on unique art work, relics from Washington’s past, fine wine, and other curios. Bring a friend and spend the evening savoring the ambience of the Governor's... more
