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Sacajawea Interpretive Center
Pasco, Washington

History

Samish Coastal Salish Cultural Interpretive Center
Anacortes, Washington

History

Collection in development; no display of yet.

Schiffner Military Museum
Moses Lake, Washington

History

Seattle Folklore Society
Seattle, Washington

History

Sedro-Woolley Museum
Sedro-Woolley, Washington

Culture, History, Library

The Sedro-Woolley Museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of Sedro-Woolley, Skagit County, and beyond. We receive visitors from all over the county and state--and from all over the world. We're proud of our extensive collection, donated by the community and cared for by our friendly volunteers. Spend an hour or two browsing the exhibits. Conduct research in our library. Attend our special events. What you find will surprise you!

Sheehan Gallery
Walla Walla, Washington

History

Shoreline Community College Gallery
Seattle, Washington

History

Skagit County Historical Museum
La Conner, Washington

General, History, Historical Society

Museum actively engages the public in the understanding and enjoyment of Skagit County's unique cultural history. Offers educational exhibits, programs, publications and research services. Facilities include the Skagit County Historical Museum, Research

Snohomish County Museum & Historical Association
Everett, Washington

History

Since 1954, the Snohomish County Museum and Historical Association has been collecting, preserving and interpreting local county history through exhibits, research and public programming.

South Pierce County Historical Society
Eatonville, Washington

History, Historical Society

The South Pierce County Historical Society is a non-profit public charity in Washington State, working to preserve and promote local history in the south Pierce County area. Our group is very small, and seeks financial support from individuals and businesses interested in the rich history of the greater Eatonville area, and keeping it alive, especially in the young. We have one structure - the Van Eaton Cabin, the first home in Eatonville, built in 1889. We call it the Stage Stop Museum, as it was a stage line stop along the Indian Henry Trail from Commencement Bay to the base of Mount Rainier. It was also a trading post, post office, store and family home.

Salmon Beach Historical Commission
Tacoma, Washington

History

San Juan Historical Museum
Friday Harbor, Washington

History

Scouting Trail Museum
Seattle, Washington

History

Seattle Genealogical Society
Seattle, Washington

History

Shaw Island Library and Historical Society
Shaw Island, Washington

History, Historical Society, Library

Thanks again to all of you who came out for the last (and, hopefully final) Scotch broom pull here on the Preserve in March. It is wonderful to see the shoreline area free of broom...and we encourage you all to check out the hearty patch of Oregon fawn lily (Erythronium oregonum) that is now visible down by the shoreline. Last we checked it was just sending up flowering stalks. Folks on Waldron tend to call it "Easter lily" because it usually blooms around Easter, and that may hold true for this year too. We want to send out a special thanks to Cy Field (& family) for putting in the extra time to remove this pesky invasive!!

Shellflair Museum
Westport, Washington

History

Shoreline Historical Museum
Shoreline, Washington

Children's, Culture, General, History, Historical Society, Library

The Shoreline Historical Museum exhibits the history of the Northwest King County region, and conducts programs related to that history.

Sno-Isle Genealogical Society
Lynnwood, Washington

Culture, History, Historic House

The Sno-Isle Genealogical Society is a not-for-profit organization devoted to furthering genealogical research and education, housing genealogical materials and promoting interest in Family History. The Society is committed to recording and publishing genealogical data concerning Snohomish and Island Counties, in the State of Washington.

South King County Geneaological Society
Kent, Washington

History

Spokane Civic Theater Gallery
Spokane, Washington

History

MUSEUM CONFERENCES

Public Lands Alliance 2025 Convention and Trade Show

February 2 - 6, 2025

Las Vegas, Nevada

Public Lands Alliance 2025 Convention and Trade Show

Sunday, February 2 - Thursday, February 6, 2025

Westgate Las Vegas

Las Vegas, Nevada

Hosted by: Public Lands Alliance

The Public Lands Alliance Convention and Trade Show brings together nonprofits, land management agencies and companies to learn, network and engage on public lands issues. The 2025 Convention and Trade Show will take place Sunday, February 2 - Thursday, February 6, 2025 in Las Vegas, NV

Connect with peers, explore the latest in public lands products, and return inspired with new strategies and resources for success in conservation and visitor engagement

Our annual Convention and Trade Show (PLA) is the premier gathering for leaders in the public lands sector to network, gain essential tools, and explore products that enhance the visitor experience and support conservation, preservation, and enrichment efforts.

For more information, please call 301-946-9475.

Georgia Association of Museums 2025 Conference

February 5 - 7, 2025

Milledgeville, Georgia

Georgia Association of Museums 2025 Conference

Wednesday, February 5 - Friday, February 7, 2025

Ina Dillard Russell Library Georgia College & State University

Milledgeville, Georgia

Hosted by: Georgia Association of Museums

The Whole Story Is The Meanin

“For the fiction writer himself the whole story is the meaning, because it is an experience, not an abstraction.”― Flannery O'Connor, Mystery and Manners: Occasional Pros

Join us in Milledgeville, Georgia, for the annual Georgia Association of Museums conference as we explore the profound wisdom of Milledgeville author Flannery O'Connor’s words. In a world where narratives intersect and perspectives diverge, this theme invites proposals that delve into the essence of storytelling within museums and cultural institutions. Our work in the museum field requires us to look at stories from as many angles and perspectives as possible so that we might do our best to tell the “whole story.

Through thought-provoking discussions, interactive workshops, and engaging presentations, we will uncover the layers of meaning embedded within every artifact, exhibition, and historical account. Just as O’Connor masterfully crafted narratives that resonate with universal truths, museums hold the power to illuminate the whole story behind many objects, artworks, and cultural phenomena

We will examine how museums can embrace inclusivity, diversity, and authenticity in their storytelling practices. By acknowledging multiple perspectives and amplifying marginalized voices, we can enrich our understanding of the past and present, fostering empathy and connection within our communities.

Small Museum Association 41st Annual Conference 2025

February 17 - 19, 2025

Gaithersburg, Maryland

Small Museum Association 41st Annual Conference 2025

Monday, February 17 - Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center

Gaithersburg, Maryland

Hosted by: Small Museum Association

The annual SMA conference attracts more than 300 museum professionals, board members, and volunteers from a wide variety of small museums. They attend sessions on topics ranging from collections and education to staffing and board issues.

We offer a large Museum Resource Hall and plenty of informal networking opportunities for you to talk with (and get ideas from!) other small museum professionals and volunteers

Theme for 2025: Make It Happen!!!

Is there an exhibit, program, or fundraiser that you've been talking about doing for years? Do you feel stuck because of procrastination, lack of board support, or insufficient funds? It's time to take action

At SMA 2025, small museum professionals will share their tips and tricks of how they made it happen!

2025 California Association of Museums Conference

February 18 - 22, 2025

San Fransico, California

2025 California Association of Museums Conference

Tuesday, February 18 - Saturday, February 22, 2025

San Fransico, California

Hosted by: California Association of Museums

CAM is hard at work planning for the 2025 conference, set to take place from February 18–22, 2025 in San Francisco. We look forward to highlighting best practices and innovative ideas from California's museum community

The California Association of Museums is excited to continue offering in-person programming for 2025. We will not be requiring proof of COVID vaccination/s, but highly encourage vaccination and boosters. For the health and safety of our colleagues, masks are also encouraged (but not required). Capacity and spaces will be thoughtfully considered in the planning of this event.

For more information, please email programs@calmuseums.org.

2025 Tennessee Association of Museums Conference: HOPE

March 11 - 14, 2025

Knoxville, Tennessee

2025 Tennessee Association of Museums Conference: HOPE

Tuesday, March 11 - Friday, March 14, 2025

Crowne Plaza hotel in Knoxville, TN

Knoxville, Tennessee

Hosted by: Tennessee Association of Museums

Tennessee museums are full of hope. But how are they turning hope into reality

With the Semiquincentennial quickly approaching in 2026, the state's museum community if approaching a turning point, and is now a great time to take stock and develop a vision for the future

The Tennessee Association of Museums' 64th Annual Conference in Knoxville will challenge the state's museums to think ahead and share their hopes, the best practices and strategies for turning those hoes into realities, and the rewards that come from aspirational thinking

The 2025 TAM Annual Conference will take place at the Crowne Plaza hotel in Knoxville, TN.

For more information, please call 615-495-3354 or email hawkins@aaslh.org.

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