The Olympia Tumwater Foundation owns and manages Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls, the Schmidt House, and offers scholarships and grants through our Education Program.
History talks continue this spring at the Schmidt House! Join us each month for a free hour-long talk on social or natural history, each presented by a recognized expert. Talks begin at noon on the first Thursday of the month.
Noted anthropologist and archaeologist Dr. Dale Croes has spent over 40 years studying Northwest Coast basketry and cordage. He and Salishan Master Basketmaker Ed Carriere have co-authored a book on Salish Sea basketry which traces the evolution of traditional Northwest Coast basketmaking from thousands of years ago to contemporary times.
Dr. Croes will explain how basketry offers a tangible connection to the past. Attendees may each bring a basket for Dr. Croes to identify after the talk.
Date: Thursday, March 6
Time: Noon (doors open at 11:30)
Place: Schmidt House, 330 Schmidt Place SW, Tumwater
Admission: Free!
Ages: 16+
Attendance is free. Doors open at 11:30 AM. First come, first seated until room capacity is reached (80).
The Schmidt House is located at 330 Schmidt Place SW, Tumwater.
The Olympia Tumwater Foundation owns and manages Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls, the Schmidt House, and offers scholarships and grants through our Education Program.