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	Education Department - We make history learning exciting!
		The Washington State History Museum offers a variety of educational services to the schools and educational institutions of Washington State.
		Follow the sometimes rocky history of Olympia's role as state capital from 1853 to the present.
		Study the history and ramifications of the 1854 Medicine Creek Treaty.
	www.washingtonhistory.org /wshm/education (322 words)

	Tacoma, Washington - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Museum of Glass opened in downtown Tacoma in 2002, showcasing glass art from the region and around the world.
		Tacoma's downtown Cultural District is also the site of the Washington State History Museum (1996) and the Tacoma Art Museum (2003).
		Tacoma is also served by the Washington State Ferry system, which has a dock at Point Defiance, providing ferry access to Tahlequah at the southern tip of Vashon Island.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Tacoma,_Washington (1730 words)

	WashingtonHistoryOnline.org
		MAP is a cooperative program between the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the American Association of Museums (AAM) designed to help museums assess their strengths and weaknesses and plot a course for future improvements.
		The Institute of Museum and Library Services is an independent Federal grant-making agency dedicated to creating and sustaining a nation of learners by helping libraries and museums serve their communities.
		The Washington State History Museum, flagship of the Washington State Historical Society, is located at 1911 Pacific Avenue in downtown Tacoma, just off I-5.
	washingtonhistoryonline.org /imls-grant.htm (536 words)

	Museum of Glass, Tacoma Art Museum, Washington State History Museum (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		The Museum of Glass focuses on the medium of glass within the context of contemporary art in all media.
		The 500-foot bridge spans Interstate 705 to connect the Thea Foss Waterway and the Museum of Glass to the Washington State History Museum and downtown Tacoma.
		A unique exhibit is the high-tech, 900-square-foot, topographical map of Washington which lets visitors view the state from its prehistoric terrain through ice ages, volcanoes and massive floods to present development.
	www.traveltacoma.com /museums-in-tacoma-WA.html (967 words)

	United States - Washington State - Travel Tales - Tacoma Museums - Lorry Patton's Travel Tips 'n' Tales
		Museums are plentiful in Tacoma, insuring that even on the rainiest day, there is never an excuse of "there's nothing to do".
		The Washington State History Museum (800-238-4373) on 1911 Pacific Avenue, is an excellent museum.
		This is one museum I've never been to, however, I understand that over 68,000 people walked through the doors during the ten week "Catalan Masters of the 20th Century" exhibition when works by artists like Picasso and Dal¡ hung on the walls.
	www.lorrypatton.com /travel/tales/900-563.html (706 words)

	Arts in W. Washington
		Washington State History Museum--Through historical artifacts, interactive displays, storytelling, and other programs the museum, located just south of Tacoma Art Museum, presents visitors with opportunities to learn more about the people, places, and history of Washington state.
		Wing Luke Asian Museum--Located in Seattle, the museum engages the public in exploring issues related to the culture, art and history of Asian Americans.
		Museum of Northwest Art--Devoted to the art of the region, located in LaConner, WA.
	www.tacomaartmuseum.org /page.asp?view=612&subnav=1 (538 words)

	Washington State Heritage Center: Improved Public Access
		The Washington State Heritage Center will be an educational and cultural landmark welcoming all visitors to the Capitol Campus, highlighting the history and culture of the State of Washington.
		Libraries, archives, and museums play a critical role in our state; they preserve the knowledge of the past and present for those who will live here centuries from now.
		The Washington State History Museum and other related agencies and organizations will be invited to coordinate with the State Library and State Archives in creating interesting and inviting displays and exhibits in the state's capitol.
	www.secstate.wa.gov /heritage/access.aspx (259 words)

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		On November 11, 1889, Washington became the 42nd state to enter the Union. It is the only state in the Union (United States) that is named for a president.
		Washington was nicknamed "The Evergreen State" by C.T. Conover, pioneer Seattle realtor and historian, for its abundant evergreen forests. Although the nickname is commonly used to refer to Washington State, it has never been officially adopted by the Legislature.
		State Size: Washington is about 360 miles long and 240 miles wide.
	www.ci.olympia.wa.us /community/statelinks/default.htm (172 words)

	The Expedition for Northwestern Discovery through a Wider Lens \| David L. Nicandri \| February 2004 OAH Newsletter
		The Washington State Historical Society, in partnership with the Washington state Department of Transportation, State Parks, and Tourism Office settled on a two-part strategy.
		Although the flagship of our organization, the Washington State History Museum, is located in Tacoma (about 130 miles from the closest juncture with the Columbia River), popular interest in Lewis and Clark dictated that the museum address the subject in some substantive fashion.
		Inspired by the work of William Goetzmann, the Washington State Historical Society is determined to tell the story of Lewis and Clark using a significantly wider lens.
	www.oah.org /pubs/nl/2004feb/nicandri.html (779 words)

	United States - Washington State - Travel Tips - Washington State History - Lorry Patton's Travel Tips 'n' Tales
		Washington was settled by the Europeans sometime in the 18th century, so it's a young state compared to its eastern cousins.
		One of the state's oldest houses, the Covington House (built in 1846) is in Vancouver.
		The Washington State History Museum is a historic gateway to Washington's past, present and future.
	www.lorrypatton.com /travel/tips/564-563.html (199 words)

	The Bellingham Herald (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		The state museum in Tacoma is part of a complex of museums built in recent years and served by free light-rail transit that runs every 10 minutes Monday-Saturday, every 20 minutes on Sunday, from the Tacoma Dome past the museum complex to the downtown theater district.
		The Washington State History Museum reflected Union Station architecture when it was added next door at 1911 Pacific Ave.
		Washington State History Museum, 1911 Pacific Ave., Tacoma.
	cityguide.bellinghamherald.com /fe/takefive/20050310/234408.asp (624 words)

	Washington Museum Association:Award of Excellence
		The Washington Museum Association recognizes the leadership and high level of professional standard of the Mukilteo Historical Society and artisan Tim Sadley in restoring and preserving the endangered historic Mukilteo Pioneer Cemetery, through the Mukilteo Pioneer Cemetery Restoration and Rededication project.
		For individual excellence the Washington Museum Association recognizes the outstanding professional achievements of Roxana Augusztiny, during her exemplary 34-year career at the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture, where she demonstrated the highest professional standards and ethics through the various positions she held..
		It is a rich source of social history, documenting and preserving segments of the history of a small urban community, as seen through the eyes of a varied group of narrators, and in turn, it has become an important contribution to the understanding and appreciation of the rich history of Washington State.
	washingtonstatemuseums.org /awardwinners.html (2851 words)

	Arkansas history and heritage - Arkansas State Parks
		The legacy of Arkansas State Parks is to preserve our state's diverse beauty and history, so that all Arkansans and visitors may find emotional and intellectual connections to their heritage.
		Museums - Travel through time from the present to prehistory in the museums of Arkansas State Parks.
		Civilian Conservation Corps - Within five Arkansas state parks are cabins, pavilions, bridges, trails, a lodge, and other works that endure as a legacy to the craftsmanship of the Civilian Conservation Corps, the "Tree Army" of Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal.
	www.historystateparks.com (847 words)

	Washington State Tourism - Tacoma - Museums & Galleries (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Museum of Glass: International Center for Contemporary Art The Museum of Glass focuses on the medium of glass within the context of contemporary art in all media.
		Opened in July 2002, the $58-million museum features state-of-the-art facilities and specialized education and outreach programs to introduce audiences of all ages and levels of expertise to current art.
		The 500-foot bridge spans Interstate 705 to connect the Thea Foss Waterway and the Museum of Glass to the Washington State History Museum and downtown Tacoma.
	www.experiencewashington.com /cityttd_C558_T12.html (810 words)

	Columbia River Basin Ethnic History Project - Our Partners
		Washington State University Vancouver (WSUV) serves upper division and graduate students in southwest Washington and northwest Oregon.
		The Washington State University Vancouver Library is part of an integrated information services division that also includes information technology, multimedia, educational, and videoconferencing and broadcasting services.
		The Idaho State Historical Society (ISHS) was established in 1881 as the Historical Society of Idaho Pioneers and became a state agency in 1907.
	www.vancouver.wsu.edu /crbeha/projteam/partners.htm (493 words)

	HistoryLink.org: The Online Encyclopedia of Washington State History
		Throughout the state, Wobblies were arrested, in many cases in direct violation of due process of law.
		On August 19 things came to a head with a raid on the Spokane IWW office, the arrest of union leaders, and a declaration of martial law.
		Washington Governor Mon C. Wallgren presents Betty MacDonald with 1,000,001st copy of The Egg And I on September 12, 1946.
	www.historylink.org (1102 words)

	Galleries and Theatres (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Located in the beautiful International District, the small museum is filled with an amazing array of exhibits, all devoted to the collection, preservation and display of Asian Pacific American culture, history and art.
		The Museum of History and Industry is the largest private heritage organization in Washington.
		The Museum of Glass is an international center for contemporary art with a sustained focus on glass.
	www.soundtransit.org /riding/puget/culture.asp?style=print (246 words)

	Pacific Northwest History (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Photographs and documents depicting the 1916 bloodiest battle in Washington State labor history between the IWW and police forces in Everett.
		History of Washington State and the Pacific Northwest
		Collections of historic materials from Washington State University included are the Early Washington Maps, Black Oral History and Kimble Northwest History Database which includes newspaper clippings and government reports and laws dealing with the settlement and development of the northwest.
	www.lib.washington.edu /subject/History/tm/pnw.html (1575 words)

	State History
		The Burke Museum Founded in 1885, the Burke Museum is Washington state's oldest museum.
		State Historical Society and Museum in Tacoma Through interactive exhibits, theatrical storytelling, high-tech displays and dramatic artifacts, learn about our state's unique people and places, as well as their impact on the country and the world.
		The State Capital Museum and Outreach Center Located in Olympia, this museum is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history and culture of Washington.
	www.leg.wa.gov /History/State (298 words)

	Washington Bed and Breakfast Guild - Washington B&B Directory - Seattle-Tacoma Region (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Good at over 90 participating inns throughout Washington State, your guest simply selects their dream getaway and embarks on a memory making occasion.
		Today Tacoma enjoys a legacy rich in history and beautiful old homes, as once again it has become the place to be.
		The Washington State History Museum offers the opportunity to delve into the human and geological origins of the state at the Washington.
	www.wbbg.com /directory/regions/seattle/index.cfm (520 words)

	History & Historical Museum Sites links (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		The Museum of History and Industry, opened in 1952, features Seattle, King County and Pacific Northwest History from 1780 until today.
		Not only is this a great radio history museum, but you may listen to historic radio broadcasts if you have Real Audio.
		This museum, located on the University of Washington campus, is one of the finest culture and natural history museum in Washington State.
	www.suite101.com /linkcategory.cfm/washington_state/7934 (364 words)

	TPWD: Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site
		Washington remained a town of some prominence in early Texas until the eve of the Civil War.
		Washington was the first county seat of Washington County in 1836, the capitol of Texas from 1842 to 1845, and the home of the last president of the Republic of Texas, Anson Jones.
		All facilities in the park and the museum are accessible to the physically challenged.
	www.tpwd.state.tx.us /spdest/findadest/parks/washington_on_the_brazos (378 words)

	Washington State History Museum in Tacoma, WA : details
		Washington State History Museum in Tacoma, WA : details
		Explore and be entertained while you learn about the state's unique people and places and their impact on the country and the world.
		PAGE OVERVIEW: -- Provides general information about Washington State History Museum, which may include web site and contact information, as well as description and collections info for those planning to visit Washington State History Museum..
	www.museumstuff.com /rec/org184831070484578.html (219 words)

	Go Seattle Card, Seattle Washington State Tourist Attractions, Museums, Things to do in Seattle
		Museum of Flight Encounter stories and exhibits of flight, ranging from the dawn of aviation to The Space Age.
		Museum of Glass Be amazed by this architecturally stunning world of contemporary art and absorb the atmosphere full of creative energy.
		Washington Park Arboretum Wander through thematic and culturally planned gardens, a botanical research center, and a living plant museum.
	www.goseattlecard.com /seattle-attractions.html (816 words)

	History Lab
		Classes who make a History Lab reservation are also admitted to the Hall of Washington History and the temporary exhibits as time allows.
		This program is fully facilitated by WSHM staff and volunteers, and chaperones are encouraged to become active "time detectives" as well.
		Groups scheduled for the History Lab will be met by a History Lab Assistant and escorted to the 5th floor to begin the program.
	www.historylab.org /classtour.htm (635 words)

	Washington State History Museum - Tacoma, WA, 98402 - Citysearch
		Washington State History Museum - Tacoma, WA, 98402 - Citysearch
		If you yearn for the "good old days," this museum's depictions of the trials and tribulations of a younger Washington State will have you thanking your lucky stars.
		Equally as good as the museum is its store crammed with toys, jewelry, Native-American art, local foods and a first-class collection of books relating to the Northwest.
	seattle.citysearch.com /profile/10864534 (366 words)

	Wa. Soc. St. -- Washington Museums
		Washington State History Museum and the Historylab at the museum designed especially for students.
		Columbia River Exhibition of History, Science, and Technology (CREHST) is a museum and science center created to tell the dynamic story of the Columbia Basin and surrounding region.
		Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, Simon Fraser University, BC.
	www.wscss.org /research_tools/museum.html (889 words)

	Trekking Through Tacoma
		The University of Washington Tacoma has a new campus complete with bookstore and Starbuck's coffee on the main street of Tacoma, Pacific Avenue.
		It's a relative newcomer to Tacoma, and displays artifacts of our state history, with permanent and traveling exhibits.
		Plan to spend a lot of time learning about Washington State, then walk across the street to the Harmon Pub and Brewery (a former furniture factory) where you'll be served a tons of whatever you choose!
	www.suite101.com /article.cfm/washington_state/19995 (542 words)

	Washington Women's History Consortium
		The Women's History Consortium, created by state statute (RCW 27.34.360) in 2005 as a Washington State Historical Society-led initiative, is dedicated to preserving and making available resources about Washington women's history.
		In 1889 when Washington became a state Abby Williams Hill and her husband arrived in Tacoma in response to advertisements acclaiming the magnificence of Northwest mountain scenery.
		This book was originally compiled and published in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Washington State Federation of Women's Clubs and distributed at the April 1996, WSFWC Convention in Tacoma.
	www.washingtonwomenshistory.org (450 words)

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