Come to dance or just to listen at the historic Academy Ballroom! Since 2016, The Ne Plus Ultra Jass Orchestra has been delighting audiences with the music of the roaring 20s and Depression era 30s. Under the leadership of master showman Sammuel Murry-Hawkins, the ensemble transports audiences to the golden age of Hot Jazz and […]
The Historic Trust and Humanities Washington partner to present a discussion with Michael Goldsby . Polarized politics have turned Americans against their fellow Americans. Pew reports that Americans’ contempt for opposing parties is “broader and deeper than in the recent past.” What are we to do? Professor Michael Goldsby discusses a simple solution: get off social […]
The Historic Trust always welcomes locals, visitors, and their furry friends to the scenic Officers Row and Historic Reserve neighborhood for walks. This summer, pets and their parents are invited to a free portrait session hosted outside the O. O. Howard House on Saturday, August 10 from 10am to 3pm. Skilled pet portrait photographer Robert […]
Relax on the O.O. Howard House lawn while enjoying the fun musical beats of The Playlist! Free admission and parking! Delicious tacos from Razo's Tacos along with beer/wine available for purchase. Bring a picnic blanket and folding chair and relax in the shade. Limited seating provided. Thank you to our sponsors!
It’s time to celebrate the 175th birthday of the first home built on Officers Row with an afternoon open house and outdoor bash featuring musical entertainment, fun family activities, and cake, of course! Built in 1849, the house is named in honor of General Ulysses S. Grant, and careful restoration and preservation by The Historic […]
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The Historic Trust and Humanities Washington partner to present a discussion with Joel Underwood. Folksinger and activist Woody Guthrie composed 26 songs in 30 days while riding along the Columbia River and touring the Grand Coulee Dam Project in 1941. With his unique, authentic voice, he chronicled both the grandeur and the perils of what […]
The Historic Trust and Humanities Washington partner to present a discussion with Trevor James Bond. Belongings deeply important to tribal communities are often housed in museums far away from those communities. In this talk, hear the remarkable story of how the Nez Perce Tribe and their allies purchased the largest and oldest collection of Nez Perce […]
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Northwest Rock & Roll’s historical highpoints are well documented—in the late 20th century, Nirvana, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, and other grunge gods took the world by storm. Previously, Seattle’s Queensrÿche and Heart had ruled the heavy metal realm. And prior to that, The Wailers, The Kingsmen, Paul Revere and The Raiders, and The Sonics had all […]
