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As Washington State Historical Society members, your support allows us to provide world-class exhibitions, community and educational programs at the Washington History Museum and across the state. You’ve enabled us to be a leader in our sector by providing resources to heritage organizations and public access to a range of materials through the WSHS Research […]
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Current Exhibitions
Current Exhibitions
See what's happening at the Washington State History Museum! Changing exhibitions, permanent galleries, dynamic online and in-person programs, and special events. Don't miss the special traveling exhibits from other museums, too. Explore how history connects us all!
This Is Native Land
This Is Native Land
This Is Native Land shares Washington State history through the lived experiences and voices of over 100 Native contributors.
Thirty Years and Counting: - Washington State Historical Society
Thirty Years and Counting: - Washington State Historical Society
The Washington State History Museum turns 30—and we’re telling the story of how it all began.
An American Experiment - Washington State Historical Society
An American Experiment - Washington State Historical Society
Enter the lab. The experiment is ongoing
Our Voices
Our Voices
In 'Shaping the Story: Designs for the Theatre by Carey Wong', go behind the scenes to see how theatre sets bring stories to life. During a career spanning over 50 years, Carey Wong has designed sets and costumes for more than 300 productions, including operas, plays, musicals, and ballets.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
History Café: Preserving the Vision of Asahel Curtis - April 15
History Café: Preserving the Vision of Asahel Curtis - April 15
Join Margaret Weatherbee, Head of Collections at the Washington State Historical Society and History Museum, for an in-depth look at the digitization and preservation of the Asahel Curtis Collection.
We the People Trivia - April 16
We the People Trivia - April 16
Test your knowledge of Washington history with an evening of trivia that explores the theme "We the People."
Seymour's Kids Club
Seymour's Kids Club
2026 Washington State Annual History Awards
2026 Washington State Annual History Awards
Join author and educator Johann N. Neem in celebrating the people who are making significant contributions to the field of history in Washington.
History After Hours Newsletter
History After Hours Newsletter
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Washington State America 250 - Washington State Semiquincentennial Committee WA
Washington State America 250 - Washington State Semiquincentennial Committee WA
Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with events, exhibits, and programs in Washington State. Join Washington State Historical Society – America’s 250th in commemorating this historic milestone!
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Community Gallery Application
Community Gallery Application
<p>The Community Gallery at the Washington State History Museum (WSHM) features local artists' projects, allowing them to exhibit and sell their work for a limited period of 15 weeks. The gallery is located within the Museum Store and is open to everyone at no cost. The Museum Store and the Audience Engagement team oversee the gallery. Exhibitions in this space are independent of the WSHM exhibition schedule. Please fill out this form to be considered for an exhibition in the Community Gallery. Notifications to selected artists will go out by the end of January. Questions or accommodation requests may be directed to the Museum Store manager, Katie Eastburg, at <a href="mailto:
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Affiliate Program
Affiliate Program
In our state and across the nation, local history museums, historic sites, and historical societies play crucial roles in every community. To support our Washington heritage community, the Heritage Outreach Department of the Washington State Historical Society offers a free, participation-based Affiliate Program to provide capacity-building and professional development support. Non-profit organizations, Tribal entities, and […]
Black Washington
Black Washington
COLUMBIA Magazine Archives
COLUMBIA Magazine Archives
About the Archives Searchable PDFs of COLUMBIA – The Magazine of Northwest History, are available here. WSHS has published four issues per year since 1987. Click on the accordions below to see a thumbnail of each magazine’s cover, a link to the full PDF, and a link to the Table of Contents for an overview […]
America's Field Trip - America250
America's Field Trip - America250
Digital History Boxes
Digital History Boxes
Asahel Curtis Project
Asahel Curtis Project
Tens of thousands of pictures taken by prolific PNW photographer being preserved thanks to grant
Tens of thousands of pictures taken by prolific PNW photographer being preserved thanks to grant
Veterans Day - Resources at the National Archives
Veterans Day - Resources at the National Archives
Asahel Curtis Project
Asahel Curtis Project
AASLH Award of Excellence
AASLH Award of Excellence
Most-requested Pacific Northwest images
Most-requested Pacific Northwest images
IN THE SPIRIT News Tribune
IN THE SPIRIT News Tribune
The Green Book: Guide to Freedom – An evening with filmmaker Yoruba Richen
The Green Book: Guide to Freedom – An evening with filmmaker Yoruba Richen
Suffrage Special Whistle Stop Tour: Spokane - YouTube
Suffrage Special Whistle Stop Tour: Spokane - YouTube
Tacoma's Pre-War Japan Town, and Seattle's Kubota Garden
Tacoma's Pre-War Japan Town, and Seattle's Kubota Garden
REMEMBRANCE Exhibition & Virtual Gallery Tour
REMEMBRANCE Exhibition & Virtual Gallery Tour
Crosscut recommends ‘As Grandmother Taught: Women, Tradition and Plateau Art’
Crosscut recommends ‘As Grandmother Taught: Women, Tradition and Plateau Art’
George Bush Monument Unveiling in Olympia
George Bush Monument Unveiling in Olympia
Explore WSHS collections online
Explore WSHS collections online
Podcast: COLUMBIA Conversations
Podcast: COLUMBIA Conversations
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