FALL 2019
History Talks! Nothing Worthwhile is Easy: An Early History of Saint Martin’s University
Monday, September 16, 2019, 5:30 pm
Lacey City Hall, Council Chambers
A handful of Roman Catholic monks from Minnesota established Saint Martin’s in 1895. Father Peter Tynan, Chaplain of Saint Martin’s University, will share the early struggles of the school and how it overcame prejudice, economic realities, and unrealistic expectations as it has grown over the past century.
Father Peter Tynan, OSB is a monk of Saint Martin’s Abbey in Lacey, WA. From 2002 to 2017 he organized the archives for Saint Martin’s University saving many historical records from being lost in the process. He currently serves as the University Chaplain.
History Talks! Naches Pass
Tuesday, September 24, 2019, 5:30 p.m.
Lacey City Hall, Council Chambers
Join author and historian Dennis Larsen for the story of the 1853-1854 Naches Pass, the first wagon road in Washington Territory. He will share his in-depth investigative research which he illustrates with photographs, maps and first-hand accounts. He will separate dramatic legend from historic fact and consider the controversies that awaited the first wagon train to use this road.
History Talks! A Deadly Wind with John Dodge
Saturday, October 12, 2019, 1:30 p.m.
Lacey City Hall, Council Chambers
In case you missed it last year, veteran journalist John Dodge will return to speak about his popular book on the 1962 Columbus Day Storm. This freak of nature storm had deadly winds topping 100 mph killing dozens and injuring hundreds, and damaging more than 50,000 homes. Dodge will be available for book signing after the talk.
Historic Bus Tour of Greater Lacey
Sunday, October 13, 2019
Registration will begin September 11, 2019
Our popular historic walking tour inspired us to branch out with a historic bus tour so that we can share even more interesting sights in the Lacey area. Stops will include the Ruddell Pioneer Cemetery, the Jacob Smith House and the original site of the Lacey racetrack. Museum educator Marisa Merkel will keep everyone entertained for this day-long adventure that will include lunch and a short talk on Lacey's resort history at the Gwinwood Conference Center.
Be sure to check out the Lacey Parks & Recreation fall brochure when it comes out August 27th. Register early because this will fill up quickly!
History Talks! The Cowlitz Trail
Monday, November 18, 2019, 5:30 p.m.
Lacey City Hall, Council Chambers
After trudging across two-thirds of the North American continent on the Oregon Trail, pioneers finally reached the Oregon Territory. Some decided to carry on to the Puget Sound on what was often called the worst road of the entire cross-country experience--the Cowlitz Trail. Karen Johnson explores the development of the Cowlitz Trail and the characters one would have met along the way. Johnson is a researcher, writer, and the curator of the Schmidt House, which is owned by the Olympia Tumwater Foundation.
WINTER 2019
Washington on Wheels: Odd and Innovative Transportation Ideas from the Pacific Northwest
Wednesday, December 4, 2019, 5:30 p.m. Lacey City Hall, Council Chambers
From canoe journeys to flying cars (that actually worked!), explore the history and culture of travel in Washington State. Author and broadcaster Harriet Baskas takes audiences on a tour of notable highlights of state transportation history, examining not just how we get around, but why we travel and where we might be going next.
The audience will be invited to share family stories of migration, memories of first flights and unforgettable car trips, and consider a future of autonomous cars and vacations in space.
This program is sponsored by Humanities Washington.
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