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November 23, 2011
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About the Washington State History Museum
The Washington State History Museum, flagship of the Washington State Historical Society, is located at 1911 Pacific Avenue in downtown Tacoma, just off 1-5. The Washington State History Museum presents exhibits, programs and events that bring Washington's history to life. The Washington State Historical Society has been dedicated to collecting, preserving and vividly presenting Washington's rich and varied history since 1891.

HOURS: Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., with extended hours and FREE admission every third Thursday of the month from 2-8 p.m.

ADMISSION: $25 for families (two adults and up to four children); $8 for adults; $7 for seniors, age 60 and above; $6 for students and military with valid ID; children, age 5 and below, and members are always FREE.

CONTACT: 1-888-BE THERE, WashingtonHistory.org

Jennifer Kilmer
Director
Washington State Historical Society
253-798-5900
Scott Schoenen
Director of Marketing & Communications
Washington State Historical Society
253-798-5902
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Patricia Tobiason
Deputy Director
Washington State Historical Society
253-798-5903

1911 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 272-3500
1-888-BE THERE
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