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Do trees communicate with other trees - topic of presentation at Miyawaki Forest event May 4, 2024

Wednesday, May 1, 2024


The Miyawaki Forest was born back in December 2023 in the vacant lot next to the Shoreline Historical Museum at N 185th and Linden Ave N. 

Still in its infancy, the Forest is responding to the care of volunteers who’ve been weeding, mulching, rabbit proofing and creating clay signs to show the public what’s growing.

The first of three free events this spring-summer-fall is Language of the Forest on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 10am - 12pm at 18501 Linden Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133

Professor Dana Campbell will pose the question: Do trees communicate with other trees? There will be fun and informative activities for all ages and refreshments.


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Growth of the Miyawaki Forest at the Shoreline Historical Museum

Sunday, April 21, 2024

A Miyawaki Forest was born on Saturday 9 December 2023 in a 3000 square foot space on a vacant lot next to the Shoreline Historical Museum at 18501 Linden Ave North. Over 300 volunteers and others helped place into the cold, wet ground 1,200 plants, representing 43 different native species.


Volunteers at February work party

Since that rainy December day, community involvement has continued in the frost, drizzle, rain and sun of winter into spring. Work parties are weeding and mulching, using arborist chips. The first Forest sprouts are growing.

Lupine has poked through the mulch, camas flower shoots and huckleberry leaves have emerged and saplings are starting to leaf out. Passersby can’t resist a look-in. Most recent was a group of kids from eastern Washington in Shoreline for band practice who joined in the mulch toss.

A 3000-gallon cistern installed in February is capturing rainwater from the roof of the Historical Museum’s archive building. Drip irrigation hoses will draw water from the cistern during the dry summer months. Three years from now the forest will be vigorous enough to survive on its own.

Roger Fernandes with volunteers February 2024
Photo by Martha Sholen

The Forest has been welcoming more than flora. Indigenous storyteller and artist Roger Fernandes spent an afternoon in February with Forest volunteers on interactive story creation for spiritual support of the forest. In March volunteers spent the day on the first steps of fashioning clay signs in English and Lushootseed to be placed in the Forest in May.

Writing the bilingual signs
Photo by Martha Sholten

The first of three focal events, Language of the Forest
, will be held at the Forest on Saturday, May 4, 2024 10 am - 12 pm, Professor Dana Campbell will pose the question: Do trees communicate with other trees? Among the activities for all ages will be placing the bilingual signs where they belong in the Forest. There will be refreshments.

Other upcoming events:

Summer Forest Celebration, Saturday, June 29th, 5:30 pm - 8 pm. Bring a picnic to the Forest and listen to drumming from various cultures.

Fall Life of the Forest, Saturday, Sept. 28th, 10 am - 12 pm. Roger Fernandes, Native artist, storyteller and educator, shares stories of the local Coast Salish tribes.

For more information click ­here.


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Storytime at the museum on Saturday April 20, 2024

Monday, April 1, 2024

Storytime at the Shoreline Historical Museum
Photo courtesy SHM
Join the Shoreline Historical Museum for our second Storytime at the museum in the series on Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 10 am - 11 am.

The theme is 'A Tree-mendous Storytime featuring Douglas Fir!

We welcome children aged 1 to 8 years old, accompanied by their adults. Please note that there is limited capacity.

Join us as we explore our history and environment through stories, music, movement, and creating art!

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Destinations: Admiralty Head Lighthouse has new exhibit on the history of Pacific Northwest lighthouses

Thursday, March 14, 2024

Admiralty Head Lighthouse at Fort Casey
Photo courtesy Washington State Parks

The Admiralty Head Lighthouse at Fort Casey Historical State Park will open later than usual, in mid-April, with an exciting update to its exhibits.

The lighthouse is a popular attraction on Whidbey Island that attracts more than 50,000 visitors a year. It will reopen with museum-quality interpretive panels that promise improved readability and new ways to interact with the two Fresnel lenses on display.

The previous exhibits were in place for nearly 15 years – and some longer. They told the broader story of Fort Casey State Park, while the new exhibits focus on the history of Pacific Northwest lighthouses.

A few steadfast Fort Casey partners helped make this happen, including Keepers of Admiralty Head Lighthouse. The Lighthouse Environmental Program group of volunteer docents contributed $50,000 to the project using proceeds from the gift shop they run at Fort Casey. The rest of the $160,000 budget came from the sale of State Parks specialty license plates.

The Admiralty Head Lighthouse was constructed from 1901 to 1903. It was designed in Spanish mission style and is unique among Northwest lighthouses. The lighthouse stands as a remnant of early 20th century maritime safety and navigation tools that changed rapidly with the advancement of technology.

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission manages more than 100 state parks and properties totaling approximately 120,000 acres. The Commission provides a variety of recreation opportunities for citizens and provides stewardship protection for a diverse array of natural, cultural and historic resources.


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Youth story times at the Museum

Sunday, February 11, 2024


Join us for a series of youth Story Times throughout the year, beginning on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 10am here at the Shoreline Historical Museum!

Free. Ages 1 - 8, with adult. 

During this hour, we will explore the history and lives of Orcas through stories, music, movement, and art. 

Shoreline Historical Museum Exhibits Building, 18501 Linden Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133


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Miyawaki Forest Program events in May, June, and September


The Shoreline Historical Museum has many exciting events coming up around the Miyawaki Urban Forest History Project that they would love to share with the community.

Save these dates and keep updated on events and other information through the "Miyawaki Forest Page".

The Shoreline Historical Museum and the adjoining Miyawaki Forest are located at 18501 Linden Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133.


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Invasion of the bunnies at the Miyawaki Forest

Saturday, February 3, 2024

THE RABBITS ARE COMING! 


MFF volunteers putting up de-fences

By Bruce Scholten & Martha Young-Scholten
Photos by Shoreline Miyawaki Forest Friends (MFF)

Ground Hog Day? Forget it. Top concern at Shoreline Heritage Museum’s Miyawaki Forest is not the desultory ground hog. It’s rabbits! Any gardener who’s had the horror of seeing bright red tulips gnawed to sad green stalks can empathize.

On December 9, 2023, hundreds of volunteers braved rain on Planting Day, on the ca. 3200 square foot Miyawaki Forest (MF) adjacent to the Museum. Passersby on 185th Street near Fred Meyer saw new paths twisting through replanted indigenous flora and fauna.

Hoping that fences will keep the bunnies out
Now the Forest faces an existential threat. Bunnies! 

Solution? The Fence!

Marla Tullio is a hard-working Miyawaki Forest Friend (MFF).

She described a veritable rabbit horde: ‘We've had rabbits feasting on the forest, snacking on young sapling bark and severing delicate shoots, bark and branches.’

At first it seemed individual tree guards made from hardware cloth might offer protection, but said Marla, 

Girdling
‘We soon realized the damage required a 3 foot high chicken wire or poultry fence, zip tied along the bottom and tied at posts…’

Protecting a few saplings was insufficient. They needed, ‘A fence around the entire forest! But we did create a few “gates” for access.’

Marla explained, ‘Rabbits chew the outer layer of sapling bark.

"Usually, the plant survives as long as chewing hasn’t completely encircled the trunk (girdling), cutting the flow of water and nutrients to the upper plant.


Angled cut was made by a bunny
"Photos show how rabbits also chomp the stem off with an angled cut that looks like the plant was cut with pruners!

"Most of the red cedar saplings (a bunny favorite) took the hardest chomps with branches completely cut off.

"So, we’ll watch for new shoots, but these might need replacing.

The evidence: Bunny poop!
"The photos from the last few days indicate clear evidence of bunny poop!’

Shoreline Historical Museum and Miyawaki Forest organizers and friends invite the public to witness the Bunny War.

Fast growth is expected in Spring 2024.

Come to see for yourself!

Miyawaki Forest is adjacent to Shoreline Historical Museum, N 185th and Linden Ave N, Shoreline.




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Volunteers plant the Miyawaki urban forest at the Shoreline Historical Museum

Sunday, December 17, 2023

 
Photo by Sally Yamasaki
A Miyawaki urban forest is a small forest that can be planted in urban spaces. They grow 10 times faster and 30 times denser than a traditional planted forest without pesticides and in three years the forest will be self-sustaining, not needing watering or weeding. 

By Judy MacCully

Rotarians from the Environmental Rotary Club, Shoreline Rotary and Lake Forest Park Rotary joined over 300 community members for The Miyawaki Forest Planting Day on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at the Shoreline Historical Museum, 18501 Linden Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133.

Volunteers sign in on Planting Day at the Miyawaki Forest
Photo by Sally Yamasaki

Refreshments, kids activities, and tours were available as well as opportunities to plant.

Rain and cold could not dampen the excitement or enthusiasm that the community showed for this first stage of the Miyawaki Urban Forest History Project at the Shoreline Museum.

The plan was laid out ahead of planting day
Drone photo by Dan Bernson

Miyawaki Urban Forests are a unique type of urban forest developed by Japanese botanist, Dr. Akira Miyawaki. 

These compact forests are not only beautiful, but they also provide a host of benefits to the environment and to the people who live in urban areas.

Volunteers at work.
Drone photo by Dan Bernson

Unlike traditional urban forests, which are often composed of just one or two species of trees, Miyawaki Urban Forests are composed of a diverse mix of native trees and shrubs, planted closely together in a small area. This high-density planting method allows the forest to grow quickly and become self-sustaining in just a few years.

Members of the Environmental Rotary Club
Photo by Judy MacCully
By involving community members in the planning, planting, and maintenance of the forest, the project will help to build a sense of community and collective responsibility. 

Additionally, by documenting the history of the project and the community members involved, the project will help to preserve and celebrate the unique cultural heritage of the area.

Overall, a Miyawaki Urban Forest History Project provides a range of benefits to the community it serves, from mitigating the effects of climate change to improving the health and well-being of community members.

If you wish to be involved in future projects at the museum contact volunteer@shorelinehistoricalmuseum.org for more info.

Note: photo captions have been corrected

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Miyawaki Forest cools flora, fauna and folks: Shoreline Historical Museum invites you to Planting Day, Dec 9, 2023

Sunday, December 3, 2023

By Bruce Scholten

Urban trends can be heartwarming. We smile at lovers’ padlocks left on walkways to Seattle’s ferry terminal. Graffiti sometimes turns into murals brightening streets, cafes and businesses.
Nice, you say. But how about a trend that actually cools urban heat islands to fight global warming? 
Enter Miyawaki Forests. The idea was developed by the late Dr Akira Miyawaki, who was hired by Nippon Steel Corporation to landscape its new steelworks. 

For various reasons, the selected plants and trees failed to thrive. The Japanese botanist thought about Nippon’s most durable species, realizing they inhabited ancient temple gardens. Miyawaki researched the flora and fauna that pre-historically preceded the steelworks.

Voila! They flourished. Not only did the right combination of plants grow well, they did so 10-times faster than alternatives. Soil amendments improved fertility, spurred growth and increased water retention – a safety valve against flash floods in an unruly climate.

Thus, the Miyawaki Method was born, with native plants, slugs, bugs and butterflies - cooling cities. 

Densely planted indigenous plants and trees sequester carbon and emit more oxygen for human breathability. Garry oak trees nudge three meters in height in just three years, baffling sound. The roar of diesel buses and clank of garbage trucks is hushed by rustling trees. People enjoy the quiet – even spiritual - solace of an urban green oasis.

Volunteers with dirt for the pollinator hill
Photo by Sally Yamasaki

Shoreline Historical Museum’s Miyawaki Forest project

With a team of volunteers, Shoreline’s Miyawaki Forest project received generous funding from sources including Puget Sound’s Environmental Rotary Club, and Rotary Clubs of Emerald City, Lake Forest Park, Mill Creek, and Shoreline. Also Miyawaki Forest Friends, King County Conservation District (KCD), SUGi Project, 4 Culture, and Diggin’ Shoreline.

Volunteers are developing 4800 square feet adjacent to the Shoreline Historical Museum, just south of the City of Edmonds.

Guiding Shoreline is architect Ethan Bryson, who in 2016 founded ‘Natural Urban Forests.’ The goal is improving habitability for Seattle’s people, plants and creatures. He envisions Miyawaki forests in the Yakama Nation, in Ellensburg, and in Seattle. 
Bryson says, ‘I was contacted by Shoreline Historical Museum Society member Matt Tullio and we discussed various possibilities for creating forests for the community in Shoreline.’

Part of the Miyawaki magic is quick improvement to local air and soil quality. What about status as a climax forest? Bryson said, ‘Dr. Kazue Fujiwara has said these forests can reach maturity in 60 years as opposed to about 200 years.’

Volunteers create pollinator hill
Photo by Sally Yamasaki

MIYAWAKI URBAN FOREST PLANTING DAY - December 9, 2023, Saturday 10am – 2pm.

Shoreline Historical Museum invites the public – people of all ages – to 18501 Linden Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133, on December 9, 2023, Saturday 10am – 2pm.

10:00 Forest Dedication, 11:00 Forest Planting Begins, Refreshments! Kids’ Activities and Tours!

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The Sweet Smell of Life

Monday, November 13, 2023

Ethan Bryon of Natural Urban Forests assessing
the soil where the Miyawaki forest will be planted
Story and photos by Sally Yamasaki

Ethan Bryson, founder of Natural Urban Forests, dug into the soil at the Shoreline Historical Museum and grabbed a handful of earth and smelled it. 

"Soil smells sweet when there is life,” he said.

Bryson came to begin the process of preparing the soil for the Miyawaki Urban Forest Planting Day Celebration to be held on Saturday, December 9, 2023 starting at 10:00am at the Shoreline Historical Museum 18501 Linden Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133

Over 100 community members of all ages will help plant and begin the life of our forest.
Vacant Field next to the Shoreline Historical Museum. 1/3 of it will be planted on the Dec. 9th Planting Day Celebration

The intended planting area next to the museum has a history of its own. At one time it was an area used by the Duwamish. Much later it was occupied by a chicken farm. 

Today, it has been a vacant field for some time where the soil has degraded such that when I asked, Bryson, “What does our soil smell like?” 

 He said, “There is no scent.”

““Soils rich in organic matter smell sweet and pleasant, while depleted soils don’t smell much at all. That’s because bacteria in soils survive by feeding on organic matter and some of them produce a substance responsible for that sweet smell, known as geosmin. If you can smell geosmin, you know you have a soil that is healthy and full of microscopic life and very likely, the bacteria which makes us feel good will be part of all that life.” (Gardenzine)

With the soil samples Bryson took, he will analyze what the soil needs. He will then bring in amendments to the soil that will allow it to have moisture, oxygen, organic matter, and minerals – things we all need to grow. This will create an environment where bacteria can begin to work its magic that will bring the museum soil back to life and provide a home for the Miyawaki Urban Forest to grow.

Miyawaki Forest Friend Volunteers talking with Ethan Bryson

Some say, that when soil is healthy, its scent can make you happy. I believe it!

If you are interested in Planting or Volunteering at the Museum, contact us

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Rotary grant supports Miyawaki Urban Forest History Project at the Shoreline Museum

Thursday, November 2, 2023

By Judy McCully

The Environmental Rotary Club, along with Rotary Clubs of Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Mill Creek, and Emerald City, are working together to ensure the success of the Miyawaki Urban Forest History Project at the Shoreline Historical Museum by making a joint grant request to District 5030. 

Amplifying the funding from these rotary clubs, on October 25, 2023 Rotary District 5030 approved our joint grant request, more than doubling the financial assistance for this worthy project.

The Rotary Grant will fund an entryway and artwork for the forest which will serve as a community gathering place and host educational programs. 

This Miyawaki Urban Forest History Project aims to create a beautiful and sustainable urban forest that celebrates the history of the area and promotes environmental awareness. The entryway and artwork will reflect the rich history of the community and provide a welcoming entrance for visitors. 

The Rotary Grant will help to fund this important project and ensure its success. With the support of the community and organizations like Rotary, the Miyawaki Urban Forest History Project is sure to become a valuable asset for the Shoreline community and a source of pride for years to come.

Environmental Rotary Club president, Kimberly Peterson commented, “We are excited to be a part of this community-driven project which was developed by a group of people invested in preserving the natural world and highlighting Indigenous relationships to our landscapes.”

Miyawaki Urban Forests are a unique type of urban forest developed by Japanese botanist, Dr. Akira Miyawaki. These compact forests are not only beautiful, but they also provide a host of benefits to the environment and to the people who live in urban areas. 

Unlike traditional urban forests, which are often composed of just one or two species of trees, Miyawaki Urban Forests are composed of a diverse mix of native trees and shrubs, planted closely together in a small area. This high-density planting method allows the forest to grow quickly and become self-sustaining in just a few years.

One of the key benefits of Miyawaki Urban Forests is their ability to sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. 

The high-density planting method allows these forests to store up to 40 times more carbon than traditional urban forests. 

Additionally, these forests also provide many other benefits including the reduction of urban heat island effects, reduced air and noise pollution, and improved biodiversity. Overall, Miyawaki Urban Forests are an innovative and effective way to improve urban environments while also mitigating the effects of climate change.

By involving community members in the planning, planting, and maintenance of the forest, the project will help to build a sense of community and collective responsibility. 

Additionally, by documenting the history of the project and the community members involved, the project will help to preserve and celebrate the unique cultural heritage of the area. 

Overall, a Miyawaki Urban Forest History Project provides a range of benefits to the community it serves, from mitigating the effects of climate change to improving the health and well-being of community members.

The forest will be planted on the land adjacent to the Museum at N 185th and Linden Ave N in Shoreline.

Other resources:
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Shoreline Historical Museum annual meeting November 4, 2023 at Sheridan Market and Roadhouse

Saturday, October 21, 2023

The Shoreline Historical Museum is very excited to announce our 49th Annual Meeting on Saturday November 4, 2023 from 1pm-3pm!

Join us at the Sheridan Market and Roadhouse, 15348 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155, to learn about all the great things our Museum community has accomplished and hear Dan Larson's presentation "Tales of Tuberculosis".

The event will be in person and available to stream, please visit our website for the Zoom link.

Parking is limited and we encourage people to carpool. You can find a parking map here

Light refreshments will be provided as well as food and drinks for purchase.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) receives thousands of unique artifacts from estate of Paul G. Allen

Friday, August 11, 2023

SEATTLE – MoPOP, the acclaimed nonprofit Museum of Pop Culture, announced it has received thousands of one-of-a-kind artifacts, props, posters, handbills, illustrations and other objects from the estate of Paul G. Allen. 

The items span decades of cultural moments across science fiction, fantasy, horror, and rock ‘n’ roll music among other genres and include rare artifacts previously loaned to the museum as well as items never before exhibited in public. 

Allen, philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder, was an avid collector and co-founder of MoPOP.

Michele Y. Smith CEO of MoPOP said. 

“These artifacts and their stories wonderfully support our continued mission to use the power of pop culture to spark joy, elevate diverse voices, and to use that power to bring audiences, stories, and histories from pop culture that are not always seen on museum walls. It’s an opportunity to not only celebrate icons of the past, but current and future creators as well to spark joy, reflection, and creativity for our visitors from around the world.”

The breadth and depth of Allen’s movie and music-related collection was appreciated worldwide. 

Highlights of his gift to MoPOP include:
  • a 1951 Epiphone FT 79 acoustic guitar owned by Jimi Hendrix; 
  • a hand-painted and smashed Univox electric guitar owned by Kurt Cobain; 
  • a complete alien creature suit from the 1979 film Alien; 
  • Darth Vader’s helmet from the 1980 blockbuster film Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back; 
  • handwritten lyrics by David Bowie for “Starman” from the early 1970s; 
  • the motorcycle jacket worn by Prince in his 1984 film Purple Rain; 
  • a collection of Nichelle Nichols’ (Lt. Nyota Uhura) hand-annotated scripts from the Star Trek television and film series (1965-1998); 
  • the iconic hat worn by Margaret Hamilton as the Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz;
  • a full-size flying “Spinner” vehicle from the 1982 film Blade Runner, among many other items.

Jacob McMurray, Director of Curatorial, Collections, and Exhibits said, 

“MoPOP’s permanent collection and exhibitions showcase the unique role that popular culture plays in our lives - whether we realize it’s there or not. The artifacts in this bequest offer an extraordinary enhancement to our current and upcoming exhibitions, where they will surprise and delight visitors from around the world. 
"Having had the pleasure to work with some of these objects in the past, and now the opportunity to integrate many others into MoPOP’s collection, we are thrilled to be able to highlight the impact and resonance of these artifacts and how they have helped shaped our popular culture.”

Several dozen artifacts from the bequest are currently on display in Infinite Worlds of Science Fiction, Fantasy: Worlds of Myth and Magic, Scared to Death: The Thrill of Horror Film, Nirvana: Taking Punk to the Masses, and other exhibitions. 

In addition, these artifacts will be incorporated into many future exhibitions, the online collections vault, and loans to other museums and institutions worldwide. 

This bequest expands the scope of MoPOP’s 80,000+ object permanent collection to be more reflective of the breadth of content that we explore as a Museum of Pop Culture, and further highlights the Museum’s mission to make creative expression a life-changing force as a global leader in the preservation, display, and interpretation of popular culture. 

MoPOP (Museum of Pop Culture) is a leading-edge nonprofit museum in Seattle, dedicated to the ideas and risk-taking that fuel contemporary pop culture. It is located at 325 5th Avenue N at Seattle Center.


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New interactive exhibits open at the Shoreline Historical Museum

Sunday, July 30, 2023

Museum director Kenneth Doutt and Alex Grennan outside the Shoreline Historical Museum
Photo by Steven H. Robinson 

Alex Grennan from the Information School at the University of Washington spoke to visitors on Saturday, July 29, 2023 about the interactive exhibits he created at the Shoreline Historical Museum. 

The museum is located at 18501 Linden Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133

It is open Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00am to 4:00pm and closed on Sundays and Mondays.

Admission is free, thanks to the City of Shoreline and 4Culture, but donations are welcome.

All Museum buildings are wheelchair accessible. A parking lot is available behind the Exhibit building,



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Shoreline Walks: Historical Borders and Boundaries Walk and Talk Thursday July 27, 2023

Monday, July 24, 2023

Shoreline Historical Museum
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Historical Borders and Boundaries Walk and Talk
Thursday, July 27, 2023 10:00am

Join staff from the Shoreline Historical Museum in a walk and talk discussing this history of borders and boundaries in the City of Shoreline. Be a part of the conversation and explore different ideas relating to the borders and boundaries that have developed over time in our area. 

This walk and talk will ask participants to actively participate in conversations. It is rated moderate for some small hills and up to two miles in length.
 
Walk is approximately 2 miles, 1.5 hours
Walk Rating: Moderate
Meet at: Shoreline Historical Museum Parking Lot, 18501 Linden Ave N. Shoreline (additional parking across street at Fred Meyer)
Walk Leader: Shoreline Historical Museum

SHORELINE WALKS
Explore neighborhoods, parks and trails on some of the best walking routes in our City. Designed for adults ages 50+ but open to all ages and abilities, each walk is led by a Volunteer Walk Leader and all walks are free. No need to sign up, just show up at the meetup location and we'll take care of the rest!  Friendly dogs on a leash are welcome to join.


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New interactive exhibits at Shoreline Historical Museum - ribbon cutting on July 29, 2023

Sunday, July 23, 2023

We are so excited to unveil all the great work that Alex Grennan from the Information School at the University of Washington has been developing this past year! 

Come see our new interactive elements on  Saturday, July 29, 2023 from 12pm-3pm with a brief presentation at 1pm.



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Golden Wheels car show

Monday, June 19, 2023

All photos by Steven H. Robinson
Saturday, June 17, 2023 at the Shoreline Historical museum, 18501 Linden Ave N., Shoreline, WA 98133 members of the Golden Wheels car club displayed their historic vehicles.

From the early days of Playland to the race cars of Aurora Speedway the history of cars and transportation was on display at the Shoreline Historical Museum by the Golden Wheels car club.

The owners, who have lovingly restored these vehicles, were on hand, happy to talk about their work. Many cars were accompanied by information display signs.

They not only restore the vehicles, they race them! More information here.



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Golden Wheels Car Show at Shoreline Historical Museum Saturday June 17, 2023

Saturday, June 10, 2023

Come to the Shoreline Historical Museum and the Golden Wheels car club's fleet of vehicles on Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 10am - 2pm at the museum, 18501 Linden Ave N., Shoreline, WA 98155

From the early days of Playland to the race cars of Aurora Speedway see the history of cars and transportation and talk to the owners who have lovingly restored these vehicles.


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Music, food and historical games at Museum fundraiser on June 3, 2023

Sunday, May 28, 2023

Join the Shoreline Historical Museum for their fundraiser supporting local history featuring recreated games from the historic Playland amusement park.

Live music performances by Halley Greg and JHP Cultural and Diversity Legacy. 

Enjoy food from Big Dog's and Nutty Squirrel Gelato while you browse through the silent auction items and end the day by testing your knowledge with trivia hosted by Backyard Trivia!

Family friendly.

Saturday, June 3, 2023 from 12pm - 4pm at the Shoreline Historical Museum 18501 Linden Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133

Tickets ahead of time are recommended and pre-purchases include: 2 drink vouchers, meal from Big Dog's (vegan or meat hot dog with chips and drink), gelato dessert, tickets for our games, and entrance to Trivia.




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Field Day at the Museum Saturday June 3, 2023

Monday, April 24, 2023

Field Day at the Museum June 3, 2023

Save the date Saturday June 3, 2023 from 12pm - 4pm!

Join the Shoreline Historical Museum for their fundraiser supporting local history featuring recreated games from the historic Playland amusement park along with performances by Halley Greg and JHP Cultural and Diversity Legacy. 

Enjoy food from Big Dog's and Nutty Squirrel Gelato while you browse through the silent auction items and end the day by testing your knowledge with trivia hosted by Backyard Trivia!


The Shoreline Historical Museum is located on the corner of N 185th and Linden Ave N.


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