How Auburn Trimmed Seattle: Terracotta from the Valley
Apr
22
1:00 PM13:00

How Auburn Trimmed Seattle: Terracotta from the Valley

The Museum’s Curator of Collections Hilary Pittenger will tell you all about Auburn’s early 20th century terracotta industry. The Northern Clay Company, which was later purchased by Gladding McBean, produced many pieces here in the Valley that you can still find in places like Seattle and Vancouver today! Register here to join us on Zoom for this free virtual presentation on Thursday, April 22nd at 1:00pm.

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George Kinkade Photography
Jan
29
1:00 PM13:00

George Kinkade Photography

George Kinkade Photography

Friday, January 29 at 1pm

Zoom Virtual Presentation

Join Curator of Collections Hilary Pittenger as she takes you through some fantastic winter and alpine photography by George Kinkade. Kinkade was a local photographer, mountaineer, and typesetter for the Auburn Globe newspaper from the early to mid-20th century. WRVM houses a large collection of his work, and we’d love to share them with you during this presentation and discussion! Free program, registration required. Email arust@auburnwa.gov to register before Wednesday, January 27.

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Know Your Town Trivia Night
Jan
13
6:00 PM18:00

Know Your Town Trivia Night

Know Your Town Trivia Night

Wednesday, January 13 at 6pm

Zoom Trivia Event

How well do you know Auburn? Put your knowledge to the test in a fun local history and Auburn themed trivia night! Prizes awarded to the top three participants. Free program, registration required. Email arust@auburnwa.gov before Monday, January 11 to register.

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Hands-On History
Sep
21
to Oct 12

Hands-On History

Drop your 7-12 year old child off at the Museum for games, design challenges, scavenger hunts, and more that relate to WA State social studies learning standards. Each session will have a new theme that explores state and national history, geography, and social studies skills through hands-on activities. Registration required at https://apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/Activity_Search/5837

Session 1: September 21 - October 12

Session 2: October 19 - November 9 [new themes/activities]

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Apr
29
6:00 PM18:00

Scout Night: Coast Salish Native American Culture

Join us for our first ever Scout Night at the White River Valley Museum! Work toward requirements for BSA merit badges at stations throughout our exhibits. In April we will learn about Coast Salish Native American Culture including activities like: playing Slahal; seeing and learning about artifacts related to food, clothing, fishing, and building; listening to traditional stories; and more! $2 per child, please call or email ahead to reserve space at 253-288-7439 or museumevents@auburnwa.gov.

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History Kids Clubhouse
Dec
26
to Jun 14

History Kids Clubhouse

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Special Exhibit: History Kids Clubhouse

See–Play–Do at the White River Valley Museum!

On display through June 14, 2020

We’re inviting kids of all ages to discover local history with us! History Kids Clubhouse is a hands-on exhibit for kids and families to explore and share their own stories while learning about people and objects that tell the history of the White River Valley. Hang out in the Clubhouse and have fun as you play historic games, become a museum curator, create make-and-takes, dress up for a photo op, and more!

The Clubhouse is included with regular Museum admission. $5 for adults, $2 for children and seniors. Open Wednesdays-Sundays from 12pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm first Thursdays. First Thursdays and third Sundays are Free!

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