PAUL DORPAT AND JEAN SHERRARD PRESENT 'BEHIND THE SCENES OF WASHINGTON THEN & NOW'
What: Washington Then & Now – the Inside Scoop!
When: April 16 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Washington State History Museum in Tacoma
Cost: FREE
Background: Paul Dorpat and Jean Sherrard, co-curators of Washington Then & Now, will share the inside scoop about their exhibit and book of the same name. Hear how Sherrard used a 10-foot extension pole, borrowed ladders, and climbed on roofs to capture the “now” photos. Learn how the ‘Then and Now’ Seattle Times article came to fruition from Dorpat, and ask questions of the duo.
About Thursday Night Live!
Every third Thursday evening, while the History Museum has extended hours and FREE admission, check out Thursday Night Live!, a monthly program bringing in special guests for lectures, performances, and more. Check back monthly to find out what's happening at the History Museum on Third Thursday!
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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 – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with extended hours and FREE admission every third Thursday from 2 - 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
ADMISSION - $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, www.WashingtonHistory.org
Media Contact:
Kimberly Adams
public relations coordinator
Washington State History Museum
253-798-5877