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SUMMARY:Then and Now: 1776 and 2026
DESCRIPTION:This month\, explore an evening of performances and presentations exploring the continuities and changes in American history from 1776 to 2026\, with an emphasis on the military contributions of the Buffalo soldiers. \nThis program is hosted by the Buffalo Soldiers Museum and Luther Adams – Free Man of Color\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor of Ethnic\, Gender\, and Labor Studies at the University of Washington Tacoma. \n  \nAbout the “We the People Lecture Series”\n\nJoin us for the “We the People Lecture Series” every Third Thursday\, with free admission to the Washington State History Museum. Explore what it means to be a Washingtonian and connect with our nation’s founding values. Each event offers fresh perspectives on Washington’s story\, featuring talks\, demonstrations\, trivia\, and performances in partnership with local cultural groups and organizations. This series is part of Washington’s 250th anniversary celebration of the Declaration of Independence. All are welcome to learn\, connect\, and have fun! Learn more about how to get involved at: www.America250WA.org.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://america250wa.org/event/then-and-now-1776-and-2026/
LOCATION:Washington State History Museum\, 1911 Pacific Ave\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402
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SUMMARY:Marketing Washington’s America250 Commemoration
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, the Heritage Outreach and Marketing/Communications teams from the Washington State Historical Society will review the America’s 250th WA marketing toolkit and how partners can use the templates to promote their events and activities in 2026.  WSHS will also discuss tips and resources for using social media and introduce the new “My History is Here” promotional campaign.  Our marketing expert will be available to answer questions and offer suggestions for maximizing your America’s 250th promotions.
URL:https://america250wa.org/event/marketing-washingtons-america250-commemoration/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Derek Sheffield\, Washington State Poet Laureate
DESCRIPTION:Celebrated poet and professor Derek Sheffield will read original work reflecting on Washingtonian identities. Sheffield is Washington’s eighth State Poet Laureate. \nSheffield lives in the Wenatchee Valley and teaches English at Wenatchee Valley College. He has published several poetry collections\, edits poetry for Terrian.org\, and has received fellowships from the Sustainable Arts Foundation\, Artist Trust\, the Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest\, and the Spring Creek Foundation for his poetry. \nThis program is held in partnership with ArtsWA. \n  \nAbout the “We the People Lecture Series”\nJoin us for the “We the People Lecture Series” every Third Thursday\, with free admission to the Washington State History Museum. Explore what it means to be a Washingtonian and connect with our nation’s founding values. Each event offers fresh perspectives on Washington’s story\, featuring talks\, demonstrations\, trivia\, and performances in partnership with local cultural groups and organizations. This series is part of Washington’s 250th anniversary celebration of the Declaration of Independence. All are welcome to learn\, connect\, and have fun! Learn more and get involved at: www.America250WA.org.
URL:https://america250wa.org/event/an-evening-with-derek-sheffield-washington-state-poet-laureate/
LOCATION:Washington State History Museum\, 1911 Pacific Ave\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402
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SUMMARY:Olympia Music History Project
DESCRIPTION:Founded in 2023\, the Olympia Music History Project researches\, documents\, and preserves Olympia’s independent music scene. Between 1980 and 2002\, Olympia experienced a cultural explosion. \nOlympia’s indie music scene exploded in the mid-eighties with the opening of multiple all-ages venues\, including the Tropicana\, the Pacific Surf Club\, Evergreen-sponsored club GESCCO\, and Reko/Muse Gallery. Meanwhile\, the Olympia City Council passed an ordinance that banned daytime skateboarding in downtown Olympia and another that strengthened the Teen Dance Ordinance to further restrict teens’ rights to congregate and dance together. \nThe nation took notice during this unprecedented time of creative collaboration. Olympia’s music scene was featured in articles and magazines across the country. Record labels like K Records and Kill Rock Stars championed a feminist movement known as Riot Grrrl and introduced new sounds\, including experimental\, punk\, lo-fi\, and early grunge. \nLearn how Olympia’s music scene has shaped the community’s sense of self and identity through the perspectives of three people who lived through this time: interdisciplinary artist Bridget Irish (Rain Shadow\, No Cash Value\, the Slatternlies)\, Heather-Jane Anderson (the Wimps\, Nisqually Delta Podunk Nightmare\, Cactus Love)\, Pat Maley (Big Idea\, Courtney Love\, Yoyo Recordings)\, and Chris Pugh (Pet Products\, Young Pioneers\, Swallow). \nThis presentation and panel discussion is brought to you by the Olympia Music History Project and the Washington State History Museum’s “We the People” free public program series. \nImage credit: The Tropicana\, courtesy of Olympia Music History Project. \nAbout the “We the People Lecture Series”\nJoin us for the “We the People Lecture Series” every Third Thursday\, with free admission to the Washington State History Museum. Explore what it means to be a Washingtonian and connect with our nation’s founding values. Each event offers fresh perspectives on Washington’s story\, featuring talks\, demonstrations\, trivia\, and performances in partnership with local cultural groups and organizations. This series is part of Washington’s 250th anniversary celebration of the Declaration of Independence. All are welcome to learn\, connect\, and have fun! Learn more and get involved at: www.America250WA.org.
URL:https://america250wa.org/event/olympia-music-history-project/
LOCATION:Washington State History Museum\, 1911 Pacific Ave\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402
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SUMMARY:MAIZ: Culinary and Cultural Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the “We the People” free public program series on the third Thursday evening of each month. \nCurated by Mi Centro\, this month’s program will explore the rich cultural significance of Maiz (corn) as a foundational ingredient in Latine communities. The program features conversations with local culinary experts who share their insight on the integral role that Maiz plays in their cooking and community identity. From its origins in indigenous cultures of Mesoamerica to modern kitchens\, Maiz is more than just an ingredient—it is a symbol of resilience\, tradition\, and cultural pride.
URL:https://america250wa.org/event/maiz-culinary-and-cultural-resilience/
LOCATION:Washington State History Museum\, 1911 Pacific Ave\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402
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SUMMARY:Fighting for the Puyallup Tribe
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of We the People\, a new series of free public programs on the third Thursday evening of each month. \nThe first event features Ramona Bennett\, a renowned leader of the Puyallup Tribe. For over six decades\, she has been at the forefront of Native rights and environmental causes. From the Fish Wars and the Fort Lawton takeover to Wounded Knee and the Trail of Broken Treaties\, Bennett will share firsthand stories from her upcoming memoir\, Fighting for the Puyallup Tribe. This program is organized in partnership with the University of Washington Press.
URL:https://america250wa.org/event/fighting-for-the-puyallup-tribe/
LOCATION:Washington State History Museum\, 1911 Pacific Ave\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402
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