Calendar of Events ~ Heritage League of Pierce County

August

Summer Nights at Lakewold Gardens

12317 Gravelly Lake Drive SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

10:00 am – 8:00 pm

Fee: Adult $7.00 Senior/Student/Military, $5.00 Members, Children 12 & under Free

Every Wednesday in August the gardens will be open for visitors to take pleasure in those long summer evenings. Stop by the gardens for a late night picnic or relax with an evening stroll, either way a summer night at Lakewold is unlike any other.

Also, visitors can indulge in an evening shopping trip to The Garden Shop.

We would like to thank Blitz & Co. Florist for their generous sponsorship of Lakewold’s Summer Nights program. Without the help of our generous members, donors, and sponsors many of our specialty programs would not be possible.

For more information, contact Amanda Wood – 253.584.4106, x108

Or, visit the website: www.lakewoldgardens.org

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Aug. 14: “The South Tacoma That Was” will be featured when the Tacoma Historical Society holds a free history walk from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 14.

Events begin at 10 a.m. at Northwest Motor Scooters, 5428 South Tacoma Way, with an opportunity to meet Darlyne Reiter, author of the “Images of America” book, South Tacoma.

At 10:15 railroad historian Jim Fredrickson will discuss the Northern Pacific Shops, a major employer in South Tacoma from 1891 until their closure in 1973.

At 11 a.m. architect Gerald Eysaman will lead a walk through the historic business district. Departure point will be Northwest Motor Scooters.

At 11 a.m. and also at noon, Bill Habermann will conduct tours of historic Oakwood Hill Cemetery and Columbarium. The columbarium features a unique stained glass dome. The cemetery, which dates to 1874, is at 5210 S. Alder Street.

Tour participants are invited to stop by 5312 S. Alder Street to view a recently discovered trove of stained glass and to learn about plans for a South Park Historic District, a community-based effort to preserve 1.8 square miles of urban forest, pioneer cemeteries, legacy commercial buildings and parks. The effort is modeled after similar efforts in Tacoma’s North Slope and Wedge neighborhoods.

“In the 115 years since it was called Edison, South Tacoma has been workshop, marketplace, economic engine, home, and final resting place for generations of Tacoma families,” society vice president Dale Wirsing commented.

Information on the society’s activities is available at www.tacomahistory.org. The society can be contacted at 253-472-3738, info@tacomahistory.org, or PO Box 1865, Tacoma WA 98401.

Aug. 22: DuPont Museum and Historical Society’s 1843 Hudson Bay Company Fort Nisqually
Site Celebration & Nisqually Tribe Salmon Bake

Where: IN DUPONT on Center Drive, (Take Exit 118 to Center Drive - across street from Civic Center)

When: Sunday, August 22 from 11:30 to 4pm

Admission is Free and Open to the public – Seating is limited, bring your own lawn chair.

Salmon Bake Dinner: $12 Adults, $6.00 kids or bring a picnic lunch.

The event is sponsored by the DuPont Historical Society and DuPont Tourism Bureau.

The Site Celebration and Salmon Bake will include a viewing of a Nisqually Tribal Canoe and a ceremonial blessing by Tribal Elder Joe Kalama. Other activities and attractions include Native American Dancers, an “Archeology Dig” for Kids, guided tours by historian Drew Crooks, live old-time music, antique gun display, historic Re-Enactors in costume, Ezra Meeker’s 1906 Oregon Trail Wagon, wood-carving demonstrations, Make- it, Take-it needlecrafts and more!

For more information contact Johanna Jones, museum 253-9642399 or

Lee McDonald 253-267-5267 or visit DuPont History Museum’s website at www.dupontmuseum.com

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September

Sept. 18 - Harbor History Museum opens in Gig Harbor!

It's been years in the making. On Saturday, Sept. 18, 2010 the new Harbor History Museum will open its door to the public. Join us for the opening celebration. Special ceremony at 10 am, doors open at 11 am. Special activities are being planned for throughout theday, including living history presentations, historic games, and a salmon bake from 11 to 2 hosted by the Gig Harbor Lions Club. Tour the new museum, explore the permanent exhibits.

In the Special Exhibits Gallery, don't miss the exhibit "Stars & Stripes: A Captivating Collection of America's Icon" - September 18 through January 16, 2011. This exhibit features items from the private collection of graphic designer Kit Hinrichs. All the items feature the American flag in one form or another. Mr. Hinrichs and exhibit curator Josi Callan have hand-selected the items for display. Don't miss this specially designed exhibit developed in celebration of the museum's opening.

For information on the opening festivities and future exhibits, call 253.858.6722.

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October

October events at Fort Nisqually...

> October 1-2, 7- 9:30pm - “Fort Nisqually’s Magical Candlelight Tour”
(advance ticket purchase required)

Eavesdrop on life in 1859 during Fort Nisqually Living History Museum’s annual Candlelight Tours on the evenings of Friday, October 1 and Saturday, October 2. With only the stars and campfires and candles to light the evening, you will encounter re-enactors portraying the laborers, servants and gentlemen and ladies of the venerable Hudson’s Bay Company as they bid farewell to their longtime Chief Factor, Dr. William Tolmie and his family who are moving to Victoria! Traveling through the fort, these people from the past won’t be aware of their 21st century visitors. To them, tour groups are merely spirits from the future. Reservations are required for these popular tours. Tickets go on sale starting September 1st. Tours are approximately an hour in length and start every 15 minutes. Ticket prices: Adult/Senior/Active Military/Student - $10; Child - $7.

> October 29 – 30, 7-9 pm - Bonfires, Beaver Pelts and Bogeymen

Celebrate Halloween in the style of past centuries with ghost stories told around a roaring bonfire in the meadow outside the Fort’s walls. The Fort Nisqually Foundation presents “Bonfires, Beaver Pelts & Bogeymen” on Friday and Saturday, October 29-30 from 7 - 9 pm. Follow a trail of glowing jack o’lanterns to a blazing bonfire where storytellers from the past will send shivers down your spine as their words bring forth the spirits of the fur trade. The storytelling begins with “gentler” tales; and after a break for complimentary cider and cookies, the stories get increasingly scarier! Come and find out what scared people in 1855 as you listen to ghost stories the way they’re supposed to be told - outside and in the dark! Dress for the weather, but please no umbrellas. Also, you may bring chairs or blankets to sit on. Admission is: $5/adult and $3/child. For up-to-date information, please contact Fort Nisqually at (253) 591-5339 or e-mail: fortnisqually@tacomaparks.com.

Check out our website at www.fortnisqually.org.

Located in Tacoma's Point Defiance Park, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum is a restoration of the Hudson's Bay Company outpost on the Puget Sound where visitors can journey back in time to the mid-nineteenth century. The site includes a Visitor Center and Museum Store. Fort Nisqually Living History Museum is a facility of Metro Parks Tacoma.

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November

Nov. 4 – 7: Beautiful Tables Showcase at Lakewold Gardens

12317 Gravelly Lake Drive SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Fee: Adult $7.00 Senior/Student/Military $5.00 Members/Children 12 & under Free

Join us for an inspirational experience and celebrate the art of entertaining. Now in its 12th year, this annual showcase has gained such popularity and interest Lakewold is opening the show for four days to the public. This is the perfect opportunity to see the fall foliage and kick-off the holiday season.

For more information contact Amanda Wood – 253.584.4106, x108

Visit the website: www.lakewoldgardens.org

Nov. 6, 11 am - 4 pm - Arts of the Fur Trade at Fort Nisqually

Step back in time and discover the Arts that were once a part of daily survival as Fort Nisqually Living History Museum presents “Arts of the Fur Trade - a living history day” on Saturday, November 6, 11 am - 4 pm. Experience how everyday works of art played an important part of the daily life of the mid-1800s. Visit with the fort’s re-enactors and artisans as they bring back skills such as spinning, silversmithing, blacksmithing, woodworking, open-fire cooking and Native American basketweaving.

Located in Tacoma’s Point Defiance Park, Fort Nisqually is a restoration of the Hudson’s Bay Company outpost on the Puget Sound where visitors can travel back in time to the year 1855 and experience life in Washington Territory during the Fur Trade era. The site includes a Visitor Center and Museum Store.

Admission is: Adult - $6, Senior/Active Military/Student- $5, Youth (13-17) - $4, Child (4-12) - $3.

Check out our website at www.fortnisqually.org.

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December

Dec. 4, 11 am - 4pm - 19th Century Christmas “Hyas Sunday!” at Fort Nisqually

Experience a real “old- fashioned” Christmas Yule season by visiting Fort Nisqually Living History Museum’s “19th Century Christmas Celebration” and discover what Hyas Sunday is on Saturday, December 4, 11 am - 4 pm.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of modern holidays and step back in time to savor the lilting sounds of penny whistles, the aroma of ginger biscuits, Christmas dances and the slower pace of the Christmas season in 1855. Within our gates, December 25, 1855 will come alive! Inside the fort, re-enactors portray the daily life of the workers from many cultures who lived at this historic site. They happily share stories, cookies, dancing and the carrying in of the Yule log as they engage in friendly conversation. Just remember they are “living” in 1855 and may not recognize the name of your hometown or other modern conveniences that are familiar to you!

Admission is: Adult - $6, Senior/Active Military/Student- $5, Youth (13-17) - $4, Child (4-12) - $3. For more information, please contact Fort Nisqually at (253) 591-5339 or e-mail fortnisqually@tacomaparks.com .

Check out our website at www.fortnisqually.org.

Dec. 11: Holiday Shopping at The Garden Shop at Lakewold Gardens

12317 Gravelly Lake Drive SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Fee: N/A

Lakewold Gardens will open its gate for a one day shopping extravaganza at the Garden Shop. Stop by the gardens to pick up a gift for the garden lover in your life. The Garden Shop specializes in rare tools, trinkets, and plants.

For more information contact Amanda Wood – 253.584.4106, x108

Visit the website: www.lakewoldgardens.org or www.thegardenshoponline.com

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2011

Special Events at Fort Nisqually...Mark you calendar now!

April 23, 11am- 4pm – History Comes Alive At Fort Nisqually

May 21, 11am- 5pm - Queen Victoria's Birthday

June 18, 11am- 5pm – What’s Cooking at Fort Nisqually?!

July 22, 6-9 pm - 19th Century Family Fun Night

August 13-14, 11 am - 5 pm- "Brigade Encampment"

October 7-8, 7- 9:30pm - “Fort Nisqually’s Magical Candlelight Tour - 1855”

October 28 – 29, 7-9 pm - Bonfires, Beaver Pelts and Bogeymen

November 5, 11 am - 4 pm - Arts of the Fur Trade

December 3, 11 am - 4pm - 19th Century Christmas “Hyas Sunday!”