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Schools & Education

The Washington State Historical Society offers a variety of educational services to the schools and educational institutions of Washington State. From museum field trips, to outreach services, and a host of available publications, we are here to support the educator's efforts to teach the story of Washington. Select from any of the items below to find what you need. Or simply ask us a question.

A HISTORY BOX has been developed for classroom use in conjunction with this exhibit and contains: curriculum plans, maps, books, period toys, clothing and classroom items, the "What is This?" collection and early Olympia memorabilia. Artifacts and four notebooks of reproduced historic photographs can be used to create an in-class exhibit. Recommended for pre-visit classroom preparation. $20 for 1 week and $25 for 2 weeks. Call Susan Rohrer at 360-753-2580, or send an email to srohrer@wshs.wa.gov.

FIELD TRIPS to the Washington State Capital Museum
(Olympia)
Learn about the history of our State's capital, visit the Medicine Creek treaty exhibit a host of temporary exhibits.

FIELD TRIPS to the Washington State History Museum
(Tacoma)
Take the day to explore Washington History in our extraordinary, interactive Hall of Washington State History. Reserve a little extra time to visit any current temporary exhibits as well.

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Washington State Historical Society
1911 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
Toll-free 1-888-BE-THERE (1-888-238-4373)