AKCHO was established to encourage cooperation among historical organizations and to promote and encourage the study and preservation of the history and heritage of King County through member organizations, individual members, and the community they serve, and to support such preservation efforts through public awareness and understanding of legislative issues.
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CALENDAR
You are invited to attend AKCHO meetings and programs held the last Tuesday morning of each month except June and December. Meetings are conducted at one of our member locations as announced in the publication The Heritage Advisor. Please contact any of the groups listed in our member directory for information on local sites, activities, and public programs.
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Seattle Architecture Highlights
Seattle Architecture Foundation Tour - an encore presentation of some of downtown's most talked-about buildings. The two-hour walking tour begins at Seattle Architecture Foundation, 1333 5th Avenue, third level of the Rainier Square Atrium. Register in advance for $15 at www.seattlearchitecture.org or call 206-667-9184 with your V/MC. Day-of-tour walk-ups may register for $17 in exact change if space is available. Presented every Thursday except on holidays. |
| Jul 3rd, 2008 (Thu) |
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
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NAAM Youth Docent/Curator Exhibit Opening
In the Legacy Gallery of the Northwest African American Museum. To learn more please contact NAAM at info@naamnw.org or 206-518-6000 |
| Jul 4th, 2008 (Fri) -- Jul 6th, 2008 (Sun) |
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NAAM Book Fair at Pacific Place
Northwest African American Museum Book Fair at Pacific Place Barnes & Noble. To learn more, please contact NAAM at info@naamnw.org or 206-518-6000. |
| Jul 4th, 2008 (Fri) -- Jul 6th, 2008 (Sun) |
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Ship Model Exhibit - Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival
Discovery Modelers Education Center, Lake Union Park, Armory Bldg, 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call Colleen for application and information, 206 282-0985. |
| Jul 4th, 2008 (Fri) |
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
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Lake Union Wooden Boats Festival
32nd annual Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival with over 100 participating boats, free boat rides, regattas, games, food, music and more. The festival runs July 4- July 6, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily. www.cwb.org |
| Jul 5th, 2008 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
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MOHAI Walking Tour – Gardens of Seattle University
Stroll with horticulturalist Kathy Mendelson through one of Seattle's horticultural treasures. Seattle University’s campus showcases work by Fujitaro Kubota, sculptor George Tsutakawa and Ciscoe Morris. See the new ethnobotanical garden that honors Upper Skagit elder Vi Hilbert. Advance tickets should be purchased at www.brownpapertickets.com or 1-800-838-3006. Walking tours: MOHAI members-$20. General Public-$25. Day-of tickets subject to availability and additional $5. Visit www.seattlehistory.org and check the calendar for full details on each tour, including where to meet. Or call 324-1126 |
| Jul 5th, 2008 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
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Lake Union Wooden Boats Festival
32nd annual Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival with over 100 participating boats, free boat rides, regattas, games, food, and music and dancing Saturday night! The festival runs through July 6. www.cwb.org |
| Jul 6th, 2008 (Sun) |
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
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Lake Union Wooden Boats Festival
32nd annual Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival with over 100 participating boats, free boat rides, regattas, games, food, music and more. www.cwb.org |
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Seattle Architecture Highlights
Seattle Architecture Foundation Tour - an encore presentation of some of downtown's most talked-about buildings. The two-hour walking tour begins at Seattle Architecture Foundation, 1333 5th Avenue, third level of the Rainier Square Atrium. Register in advance for $15 at www.seattlearchitecture.org or call 206-667-9184 with your V/MC. Day-of-tour walk-ups may register for $17 in exact change if space is available. Presented every Thursday except on holidays. |
| Jul 11th, 2008 (Fri) |
10:00 AM |
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Art Deco: The Roaring 20s, Northwest Style
A Seattle Architecture Foundation tour. Travel back in time to the Roaring 20s and explore lavish lobbies and architectural gems including the Exchange Building and the Seattle Tower. The two-hour walking tour beings at Seattle Architecture Foundation, 1333 5th Avenue, third level of the Rainier Square Atrium. Register in advance for $15 at www.seattlearchitecture.org or call 206-667-9184 with your V/MC. Day-of-tour walk-ups may register for $17 in exact change if space is available. Offered every Friday except on holidays. |
| Jul 11th, 2008 (Fri) |
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM |
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Northwest Seaport Chantey Sing
By the Arthur Foss at the Historic Ships Wharf, Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle.
The 'call and response' form of these work songs of the sea makes them easy to learn and fun to sing. All ages welcome. It will be Pirate Night, with Tugboat Bromberg on board as songleader to keep things moving, with opportunity for anyone to lead a song or just join in the chorus. Admission free, donations accepted. Refreshments & maritime CDs for sale. For more information, 206-447-9800 or seaport@oz.net |
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Miners' Day/Heritage Day at the Black Diamond Museum
32627 Railroad Avenue, Black Diamond. 12 noon to 4 p.m. 360-866-2142 or www.blackdiamondmuseum.org |
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Eric Erickson speaks on The History of Preston & High Point
Presented by the Issaquah History Museum. 425-392-3500 or www.issaquahhistory.org |
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Historic Seattle presents Open to View - Federal Avenue East
Historic Seattle and Seattle Architecture Foundation are pleased to offer the public a rare opportunity to learn about one of Seattle's most attractive and architecturally significant streets, to see the interiors of a number of private homes and enjoy refreshments in a lovely garden setting. 206-622-6952 or www.historicseattle.org |
| Jul 12th, 2008 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
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MOHAI Walking Tour – Capitol Hill's Millionaires' Row
In the early 20th century, few streets in Seattle better reflected the new-found wealth of the booming metropolis than 14th Avenue East -home to business titans, stately mansions, and the grand entry to Volunteer Park. Join MOHAI Director Leonard Garfield and historian Allan Seidenverg for a walk on the avenue known immodestly as "Millionaires' Row." Advance tickets should be purchased at www.brownpapertickets.com <www.brownpapertickets.com> (1-800-838-3006). Walking tours: MOHAI members-$20. General Public-$25. Day-of tickets subject to availability and additional $5. Visit www.seattlehistory.org and check the calendar for full details on each tour, including where to meet. Or call 324-1126. |
| Jul 12th, 2008 (Sat) |
10:00 AM |
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Olmsted Park Walking Tour
Friends of Seattle’s Olmsted Parks lead a tour Leschi, Frink & Madrona. Free. Meet at the Leschi parking lot, 201 Lakeside Avenue S. www.seattleolmsted.org |
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Historic Seattle presents Learning from Historic Sites/Members Meeting
Magnolia Branch Seattle Public Library. 206-622-6952 or www.historicseattle.org |
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Seattle Architecture Highlights
Seattle Architecture Foundation Tour - an encore presentation of some of downtown's most talked-about buildings. The two-hour walking tour begins at Seattle Architecture Foundation, 1333 5th Avenue, third level of the Rainier Square Atrium. Register in advance for $15 at www.seattlearchitecture.org or call 206-667-9184 with your V/MC. Day-of-tour walk-ups may register for $17 in exact change if space is available. Presented every Thursday except on holidays. |
| Jul 18th, 2008 (Fri) -- Jul 20th, 2008 (Sun) |
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23rd Annual SeaFair Indian Days Pow Wow
Traditional singing, dancing, drumming, and more. Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center in Seattle's Discovery Park. www.unitedindians.com |
| Jul 18th, 2008 (Fri) |
10:00 AM |
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Art Deco: The Roaring 20s, Northwest Style
A Seattle Architecture Foundation tour. Travel back in time to the Roaring 20s and explore lavish lobbies and architectural gems including the Exchange Building and the Seattle Tower. The two-hour walking tour beings at Seattle Architecture Foundation, 1333 5th Avenue, third level of the Rainier Square Atrium. Register in advance for $15 at www.seattlearchitecture.org or call 206-667-9184 with your V/MC. Day-of-tour walk-ups may register for $17 in exact change if space is available. Offered every Friday except on holidays. |
| Jul 18th, 2008 (Fri) |
7:00 PM |
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Center for Wooden Boats presents historian Holly Taylor
CWB’s Third Friday Speakers Series features the principal of Past Forward, a consulting company specializing in heritage education, cultural tourism, and historic preservation projects in the Pacific Northwest. Taylor will lead a panel discussion about the history of Lake Union. Admission is free and refreshments are served (donations to cover costs are appreciated). The Center for Wooden Boats, 1010 Valley Street, Seattle 98109. www.cwb.org |
| Jul 19th, 2008 (Sat) |
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
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TrailsFest at the Rattlesnake Lake Recreation Area
Presented by the Washington Trails Association, TrailsFest is a full day of hands-on outdoor adventure, providing a fun and safe environment to explore. TrailsFest offers outdoor choices for all ages, from hiking to kayaking. Visit dozens of exhibitors, including gear companies and outdoor groups. www.wta.org |
| Jul 19th, 2008 (Sat) |
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
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MOHAI presents Lunch on the Lake - A Boat Tour of Lake Union
Leaves from AGC Marina, 1200 Westlake North
Led by Dick Wagner, founding director of The Center for Wooden Boats, this tour leaves from AGC Marina, 1200 Westlake North. Tickets: MOHAI members $25/public $30 at www.brownpapertickets.com. Day of - add $5. Advance tickets strongly encouraged. Partnership with Argosy Cruises. |
| Jul 19th, 2008 (Sat) |
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
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Fraser Cabin Heritage Program
All activities are located at the historic 1888 Fraser Cabin at Kelsey Creek Farm Park. Visitors are invited to participate in hands-on activities that relate to 1880s settler life: agriculture, dairy, household tasks, log cabins, games and eastside history. Eastside Heritage Center staff and volunteers present the activities and interpret the log cabin that was built and lived in by the Fraser family over 100 years ago! The log cabin experience is magical and transports visitors back in time. The programs are free to the public and appropriate for people of all ages. For more information, contact the Eastside Heritage Center at 425-450-1049 or visit www.eastsideheritagecenter.org <www.eastsideheritagecenter.org> .
Where: Kelsey Creek Farm Park – The Fraser Cabin is Located Next to the Dewey Barns
Presented by the Eastside Heritage Center in partnership with Bellevue Parks and Community Services Department |
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Seattle Architecture Highlights
Seattle Architecture Foundation Tour - an encore presentation of some of downtown's most talked-about buildings. The two-hour walking tour begins at Seattle Architecture Foundation, 1333 5th Avenue, third level of the Rainier Square Atrium. Register in advance for $15 at www.seattlearchitecture.org or call 206-667-9184 with your V/MC. Day-of-tour walk-ups may register for $17 in exact change if space is available. Presented every Thursday except on holidays. |
| Jul 24th, 2008 (Thu) |
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM |
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NAAM Author Talk - Andrew War
The Northwest African American Museum presents author Andrew War, speaking about "The Slaves' War." For more information please contact NAAM at info@naamnw.org or 206-518-6000. |
| Jul 25th, 2008 (Fri) |
10:00 AM |
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Art Deco: The Roaring 20s, Northwest Style
A Seattle Architecture Foundation tour. Travel back in time to the Roaring 20s and explore lavish lobbies and architectural gems including the Exchange Building and the Seattle Tower. The two-hour walking tour beings at Seattle Architecture Foundation, 1333 5th Avenue, third level of the Rainier Square Atrium. Register in advance for $15 at www.seattlearchitecture.org or call 206-667-9184 with your V/MC. Day-of-tour walk-ups may register for $17 in exact change if space is available. Offered every Friday except on holidays. |
| Jul 26th, 2008 (Sat) |
10:00 AM |
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Fauntleroy History Walking Tour
Community member and entertaining historian Ron Richardson will walk up and over and through the hills of Fauntleroy and stop to swap stories with locals about Fauntleroy history, natural history, culture and maybe even a couple tall tales. Tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours, easy pace, some hills. Sponsored by the Southwest Seattle Historical Society. Summer walking tours are $5 for members, $7 for general public. For more information, call 206-938-5293 or visit www.loghousemuseum.org |
| Jul 26th, 2008 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
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Third Annual Issaquah Train Show
Model trains of all shapes and sizes, with a build-your-own area where kids can create their own layouts. Hosted by Northwest Z Scalers at the Issaquah Depot, 50 Rainier Boulevard N, Issaquah. www.issaquahhistory.org |
| Jul 26th, 2008 (Sat) |
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM |
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Hank Cramer / Sanger & Didele in Concert
Hank Cramer / Sanger & Didele in Concert
Northwest Seaport Maritime Concert Series
Saturday, July 26
At the Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1215 Thomas, Seattle WA.
Hank Cramer is known for his booming bass voice, accompanied by vintage flat-top guitar and a wry sense of humor. His songs tell the stories of cowboys, sailors, soldiers, miners, adventurers and just plain drifters. For more information: www.hankcramer.com
Madcap mariners "The Great" Sanger & Didele add laughs to a salty brew of sea songs and merriment.
Admission: $15 General, $10 Seniors, Youths and Members of Northwest Seaport and the Center for Wooden Boats.
Coffee, tea, baked goods, and more, are available. Maritime music CDs for sale. For more information visit www.nwseaport.org |
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Seattle Architecture Highlights
Seattle Architecture Foundation Tour - an encore presentation of some of downtown's most talked-about buildings. The two-hour walking tour begins at Seattle Architecture Foundation, 1333 5th Avenue, third level of the Rainier Square Atrium. Register in advance for $15 at www.seattlearchitecture.org or call 206-667-9184 with your V/MC. Day-of-tour walk-ups may register for $17 in exact change if space is available. Presented every Thursday except on holidays. |
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