Edmonds Historical Museum facts for kids
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Edmonds Historical Museum
Andrew Carnegie Library |
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The building's present incarnation as
the Edmonds Historical Museum |
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 Location in Washington (state)
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| Location | 118 5th Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington |
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| Area | Less than one acre |
| Built | 1910 |
| Architect | Ward, H.B. |
| Architectural style | Edwardian, Beaux Arts |
| MPS | Carnegie Libraries of Washington TR (AD) |
| NRHP reference No. | 73001887 |
| Added to NRHP | April 24, 1973 |
The Edmonds Historical Museum is a cool place in Edmonds, Washington. It's free to visit! This museum shows off the history of Edmonds with fun exhibits and old items. It started in 1973 thanks to a group called the Edmonds-South Snohomish County Historical Society. You can find it right in downtown Edmonds at 118 5th Ave. North.
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Exploring the Museum's Exhibits
The Edmonds Historical Museum has two floors packed with history. Each floor offers different ways to learn about the past.
What You'll Find Upstairs
The upper floor has a special gallery. This gallery often changes its displays. You might see new and exciting exhibits every time you visit!
- Diorama of Old Edmonds: There's a cool diorama here. It shows what Edmonds looked like in 1910. You can see the town and its waterfront from long ago.
- Cook Victorian Parlor: Step back in time in the Cook Victorian Parlor. This room looks just like a fancy living room from the Victorian era.
- Research Area: The upper level also has offices and work rooms. There's a library with local history books. Plus, it has tons of old photos! You can visit the research library by making an appointment.
Discovering History Downstairs
The ground floor features a big, long-term exhibit. This display was created to celebrate Edmonds' 100th birthday as a city. Edmonds became a city between 1890 and 1990.
- Edmonds' Past: This floor has many displays. They show different parts of Edmonds' history.
- Recreated Spaces: You can see recreated historical places. For example, there's a room that looks like it came from an old local hotel.
- Shingle Mill Model: There's also a model of a shingle mill. These mills were very important long ago. They filled the waterfront and helped build the town.
Fun Events and Community Activities
The museum loves to teach local students and people living in Edmonds. They want everyone to learn about their town's past.
Learning Programs for Kids
The museum created a special program. It's called "Trunk Tales for the Classroom." This program helps elementary school students learn social studies. It's a fun way to bring history to life!
Community Gatherings
The Edmonds Historical Museum hosts and joins many local events. These events bring the community together.
- Edmonds Historical Walk: You can join a walk to learn about historical spots.
- Edmonds Museum Garden Market: Since 1994, the museum has hosted this market every year. It's a great place to find fresh produce and local goods.
- Annual Scarecrow Festival: Since 2012, they've had a fun scarecrow festival. People create amazing scarecrows all over town!
Special Talks and Art
In 2019, the museum hosted a talk. Lourdes Alvarado-Ramos spoke about services for veterans. The museum also shows art from local Native American artists. You can see beautiful works from Tulalip and Coast Salish artists.
