Events
Want to lean more about Darrington's history? Come join our Darrington History Book Group! Throughout 2026, Darrington Historical Society has selected several books that feature stories about the town, the surrounding mountains, and the…
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Join Monroe Historical Society archivists for an overview of the first 50 years of the organization.
The Monroe Historical Society is an all-volunteer organization that was founded in 1976. The Society opened its museum in 1982 in Monroe’s…
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Working on your family tree? Need assistance with genealogical research? Stop by between 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM and meet with a librarian for research help and genealogical database instruction. No appointment necessary.
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The current state of deathcare in the West is rooted in a history that be traced back about 150 years. This presentation illuminates what deathcare was like before that, what changes brought us to where we are now, and what shifts we can…
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Join Randal Gravelle to hear about the early days of our local area, from prehistory to 1945. The presentation begins with a brief overview of the geologic forces and Indian trails, then covers the first settlers and how the Interurban and…
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In recognition of the 2026 Met Gala theme and dress code "Costume Art" and "Fashion is Art", join Annette Becker of the Texas Fashion Collection at UNT to learn how art and fashion have intersected throughout history.
We will examine…
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Working on your family tree? Need assistance with genealogical research? Stop by between 1PM and 5PM and meet with a librarian for research help and genealogical database instruction. No appointment necessary,
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Join photographer, author and Whidbey Island resident Michael Holtby as he talks about his latest project, a series of photographic portraits honoring Whidbey Island veterans who served in the Vietnam War.
His photographs, on display at…
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Learn about world geography through transportation of goods and people on water. Cargo transport will be examined throughout history, including types of cargo, ships, and insight into life aboard the transport vessels.
Mystic Seaport…
Want to lean more about Darrington's history? Come join our Darrington History Book Group! Throughout 2026, Darrington Historical Society has selected several books that feature stories about the town, the surrounding mountains, and the…
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Learn about a time when explorers from around the world relied on Tall Ships for exploration, trade, cultural exchange, and how these Tall Ships connected Whidbey Island to global markets.
Presenter Garry Heinrich worked for over a decade…
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Working on your family tree? Need assistance with genealogical research? Stop by between 1PM and 5PM and meet with a librarian for research help and genealogical database instruction. No appointment necessary,
Contact us with questions
Programs…
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Learn the history of the whaling industry--why we whaled and the products that were used from the whaling industry. Other maritime trade that was vital to support the whaling industry will also be explored.
Mystic Seaport Museum is the…
Want to lean more about Darrington's history? Come join our Darrington History Book Group! Throughout 2026, Darrington Historical Society has selected several books that feature stories about the town, the surrounding mountains, and the…
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A black cat in the sailors' quarters? A rabbit's foot in their pockets? Find out why sailors were, and are still, very superstitious. We will discuss what superstitions are and if they are real, as well as exploring examples of good luck…
Want to lean more about Darrington's history? Come join our Darrington History Book Group! Throughout 2026, Darrington Historical Society has selected several books that feature stories about the town, the surrounding mountains, and the…
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Some say neon signs have always been more popular in the Pacific Northwest than just about anywhere else thanks to our dark and rainy weather. And, if you ask, pretty much everyone has at least one or two favorite neon signs in their…
Want to lean more about Darrington's history? Come join our Darrington History Book Group! Throughout 2026, Darrington Historical Society has selected several books that feature stories about the town, the surrounding mountains, and the…