History Talks at the Schmidt House: October 2: New Land: Southeast Asian Refugees Finding Home in Washington

Ed Echtle, oral historian for Legacy Washington, will talk about his recent book New Land, which he co-authored with John Hughes. The book is a collection of conversations with Vietnamese, Lao, and Cambodian refugees who resettled in Washington after Governor Dan Evans opened Washington’s door, giving the refugees a new land and a new home. Join us to hear these inspiring stories.

Where: Schmidt House, 330 Schmidt Place SW, Tumwater
When: Noon, Thursday, October 2, 2025
Cost: Free! Donations are gratefully accepted.
Doors open at 11:30. First come, first seated, until room capacity is reached.

For more information, contact Karen Johnson at 360-890-2299 or karen@olytumfoundation.org.