Where did my favorite exhibit go?
We have more than 30,000 objects in our collection, and it continues to grow. That means to share more of the collection and the stories behind the objects, some of our exhibits will have to be retired periodically. But it does take months to create a major exhibit.
As a result, we are exploring new ways (with the help of Univ. of Washington Researchers) to capture exhibits so that they continue to bring value even after they are gone. So, this section will continue to evolve as we come up with new approaches. But if you see something you’d like to learn more about, you can check our Resources page, and you can also reach out to museumcurator@historicedmonds.org to see what we have that can be shared.
Examples
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Art History: How Edmonds Grew from Mill Town to Creative District
The “Art History: How Edmonds Grew from Mill Town to Creative District” exhibit celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Edmonds Arts Commission and was a collaboration with the commission and other Edmonds arts and culture groups.
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Immigrant History of Edmonds
From the early settlers who arrived from Scandinavia and Japan to more recent immigrants from Latin America, Southeast Asia, and Africa, “An Immigrant History of Edmonds” highlights how these communities have enriched the cultural, economic, and social fabric of the city.
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Victorian Life
The lower level is home to a Victorian life exhibit. The exhibit continues to evolve, but typically includes original furnishings from the Cook family. Much of the Museum’s Victorian collection was donated by Zenna E. Cook, daughter of Mayor William H. Cook. Ms. Cook grew up in Edmonds and loved the area tremendously. Her donation was left in memory of her father.
