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 and contains: curriculum plans, maps,
books, period toys, clothing, 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 one week
and $25 for two weeks. Call Susan Rohrer at (360) 753-2580, or send an email to srohrer@wshs.wa.gov.
Field trips to the State Capital Museum
(Olympia)
Learn about the history of our State's capital by visiting our permanent exhibits, or choose
from one of our special field trip programs.
Field trips to the Washington State History Museum
(Tacoma)
Take the day to explore Washington History in our extraordinary, interactive Great Hall of Washington
History. Reserve a little extra time to visit any current featured exhibits as well.