The historic First Flight Around the World started and ended at Sand Point, Seattle 100 years ago this September. This epic race began in April 1924 amidst a global effort by America, Argentina, England, France, and Italy to claim the prestige of being the first nation to “Fly Around the World”. The race started on April […]
The Reviews Are In, “Go Tell the Spartans” Veterans Day Film, Thursday, 9 Nov
You won’t want to miss Lakewood History Museum’s special showing of the acclaimed Vietnam film “Go Tell The Spartans” starring Burt Lancaster,Thursday, 9 Nov, 6:30 pm. Checkout these reviews: “Beyond question, the greatest work to date upon the Vietnam involvement. It is one of the noblest films, ever,about men in crisis.” – Cincinnati Enquirer “This is the best […]
Daedalians Flight 22 Meeting Set for 9 Nov, McChord Field
The Flight 22 Chapter of the Order of Daedalians will be hosting its monthly meeting at Habanero’s Restaurant at McChord Field Golf Course on Thursday, 9 Nov. Meeting will start with a social at 11:30 am followed at noon by a presentation on the history of the famous WW II Flying Tigers. A drawing for an […]
Drawing for Specially Autographed Daniel Ford Book “Incident at Muc Wa”, 9 Nov, Lakewood History Museum
In honor of Veterans Day, the Lakewood History Museum will be showing the acclaimed Vietnam film “Go Tell the Spartans” starring Burt Lancaster on Thursday, 9 Nov. This riveting story is based on the Daniel Ford book “Incident at Muc Wa”. Daniel Ford has specially autographed a copy of his book for this event. The story highlights […]
Lakewood History Museum Salutes Veterans Day with Vietnam Film “Go Tell the Spartans”. Nov. 9
On Thursday, 9 Nov, in recognition of Veterans Day, the Lakewood History Museum will show the critically acclaimed Vietnam film “Go Tell the Spartans” which is based on the Daniel Ford book “Incident at Muc Wa”. This highly praised film centers on the early days of the Vietnam conflict and features Academy Award winner Burt Lancaster […]
They’re Here. The Buffalo Soldiers 2024 Military Baseball Calendars
The Tacoma Buffalo Soldiers Museum is proud to announce their 2024 Military Baseball Calendars are now available. These legend packed calendars will allow you to spend an entire year with 12 of the greatest military baseball players of all time! Each calendar month brings to life a fascinating, untold story of a black military baseball […]
View Autographed Memorabilia and Learn About Amelia Earhart’s Disappearance, August 1 at Lakewood History Museum
On July 2, 1937 the famous aviator Amelia Earhart disappeared on a flight over the Pacific while attempting to fly around the world. Her disappearance, along with her navigator Fred Noonan, made world headlines. You can see autographed memorabilia plus learn new facts surrounding the mystery of her disappearance this coming Tuesday, August 1 at […]
Learn About When Amelia Earhart Gave First Lady a Surprise Flight
On April 20, 1933 famed aviator Amelia Earhart surprised First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt with her first ever airplane ride. Details of this flight and their enduring friendship are part of the museum’s program titled “An Evening with Amelia Earhart” set for Tuesday, August 1st. Historical program starts 6 pm and is free to the public. […]
“An Evening with Amelia Earhart” Tuesday, 1 Aug at Lakewood History Museum
The Lakewood History Museum is proud to present “An Evening with Amelia Earhart” on Tuesday, 1 Aug. This must attend event will feature a display of Earhart artifacts by historian Glen Spieth plus a presentation by Board member Phil Raschke on key events and people in her life to include her navigator Fred Noonan, Olympian […]