The Washington State Historical Society partners with our communities to explore how history connects us all. The Washington State Historical Society is headquartered in Tacoma on the traditional lands …

The collections at the Washington State Historical Society include artifacts, photographs, ephemera, and archival material related to the people of our region’s past and to the land defined as the State of …

Our largest exhibit is a walk through time, showcasing some of the state’s earliest history and a variety of artifacts from Native American civilizations and cultures.

Provided below are a series of background readings that you can share with students to further enhance their study of the Chinese Exclusion Act. Each title links to a PDF document that may be downloaded …

The Washington State Historical Society’s annual History Awards recognize excellence in advancing the field of history in the state of Washington through writing, teaching, historic projects, and …

Curriculum updates Some of WSHS’s former curriculum modules are being updated and will be reposted soon. To accommodate teachers and students who have been using those units for some …

Washington State Historical Society’s online resources and virtual programming have expanded. Scroll through the slides below to learn more and link to resources.

See what's happening at the Washington State History Museum! Changing exhibitions, permanent galleries, dynamic online and in-person programs, and special events. Don't miss the special …

How does History Day work? Each year the National History Day organization presents a theme. Students across the state select a topic of interest related to that theme. Students work individually …

Tacoma, WA – The Washington State History Museum will temporarily close to install a new permanent exhibition, This is Native Land. From January 2 through January 12, 2025, the museum will offer …