Author and historian DL Fowler will present a special one night only program titled “Abraham Lincoln Raw” on Thursday, 1 May at the Lakewood History Museum. Fowler has dedicated his distinguished career to researching source documents, neglected footnotes, hidden clues and more in order to enter Abe’s inner world during his times of crisis. Fowler is a graduate of […]
“Meet Abraham Lincoln” by Author DL Fowler, Lakewood History Museum
Think you know Abraham Lincoln? Think again! Author and historian DL Fowler will present amazing, little known facts about Abe that will give you new insight into the fascinating life of our famous 16th President from “Sinking Springs”, KY. With more than 30 years of research and three acclaimed books, Fowler’s presentation is not to […]
Historian and Water Expert Kris Kauffman Presents “The Lakes of Lakewood and Their Secrets” April 8
Kris Kauffman is a leading authority on lakes and water management in the Lakewood area. A graduate of the University of Washington, Kris has been gathering and monitoring local water data for over 50 years and is the former Chief Engineer of the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission. His presentation includes the history of Lakewood’s […]
The Lakes of Lakewood and Their Secrets
Phil Raschke press release. Which Lakewood lake is the deepest? How did the lakes get their names, which one may be haunted? Get the answers to these questions and more from historian and water expert Kris Kauffman on Tuesday, 8 Apr at the Lakewood History Museum. Admission is free. Doors open at 6 pm, presentations begins 6:30, light […]
Governor Inslee Proclaims September 28th “First Flight Centennial Celebration Day”
Governor Jay Inslee recently proclaimed Saturday, September 28 to be “First Flight Centennial Celebration Day”. Proclamation is in honor of the eight Army airmen who took off April 6, 1924 from Seattle’s Sand Point Naval Air Station to begin their epic journey. They returned 175 days later “victorious” in being the first nation to circle the earth […]
On September 28, You Can Be a Part of Aviation History
Did you know that the record breaking first flight around the world started and ended in the Pacific Northwest? This epic adventure took off in early April, 1924. It was a global race between Argentina, England, France, Italy and America for the prestigious title of being the first nation to circle the world! Eight brave […]
How About a Good Old Fashion Western? Part 2 John Wayne, “She Wore a Yellow Ribbon”, 25 Aug
On Sunday, Aug 25, the unforgettable John Ford Academy Award winning cavalry epic “She Wore a Yellow Ribbon” will come alive at 2 pm on the museum’s big screen in full stereophonic sound. Admission is FREE! This legendary film stars John Wayne in perhaps his greatest roles as Captain Nathan Brittles, an aging, widowed cavalry officer […]
How About a Good Old Fashion Western? Marlon Brando, “One Eyed Jacks”, 24 Aug
Tired of robots, AI and cartoon characters? Well the Lakewood History Museum is having a “Good Old Fashion Western” weekend featuring classic westerns films. The first film will be shown on Saturday, Aug 24 at 4 pm and stars Marlon Brando and Karl Malden in the Academy Award nominated western “One Eyed Jacks”. The film was […]
Labor Day Festival Doubleheader Softball Game at Cheney Stadium
The Fun starts at 10 am, Monday, 2 Sep when the gates open at Cheney Stadium for the 2nd Annual Labor Day Festival honoring our military and civilian labor force. This free event is family oriented and features games, kids train rides, video game truck, bubble station, Live Entertainment plus two exciting volunteer baseball games. First game […]