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The Spanaway Historical Society
Preserved Today ~ Remembered Tomorrow
Prairie House Museum
812 E. 176th Street in Spanaway, Pierce County, Washington
Open Hours: Wednesdays 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
and Third Sunday each month 2 - 4 p.m.
For group tours of any size, call 253-536-6655 or 360-832-6662
Admission: Free will donation
The Spanaway Historical Society is a member of the Heritage League of Pierce County

An 1890's restored gable and wing farmhouse
The Prairie House Museum contains period furnishings and an interpretive room with changing exhibits on local history.
Several farm outbuildings complete the prairie farm setting. Volunteers have now restored a log cabin to be used for hands-on pioneer activities.
More Prairie House information Membership Information Endowment Program A brief history of Spanaway

Events Calendar Spring 2011 Newsletter Winter 2011 Newsletter Newsletter Mystery Artifact

New Exhibits
Cooperage Exhibit ~ Homestead Room
Coming December: Merchants of Spanaway ~ Prairie House 2nd Floor

Museum Gift Shop Items include scenic pictures, note cards, museum-emblem clothing, pioneer-type toys, and the book Early Spanaway by pioneer descendant Dorothy E. Thompson Wilson. Early Spanaway can be purchased for $22.00 at Fir Lane Memorial Park or at the museum during open hours.
Historical Resources New additions to the Spanaway Historical Society research library 50 topographical, political, and aerial maps "Map of Pasture land adjoining Cattleherd's Station at Spanueh Nisqually." [ca.1847, William F. Tolmie]. Fort Nisqually Indian Accounts Book, 1849 - 1852 by Steve Anderson, accounts for Native Americans who worked for the Hudson Bay Company. "The Forgetting of John Montgomery, Spanaway's First White Settler, 1845-1885" by Steve Anderson, Pacific Northwest Quarterly Vol 101. No.2. click here to read an excerpt or order a copy of the complete story. Washington State's 70th Year Anniversary, by Ezra Meeker.
Prairie House Museum Calendar All events are held at the Prairie House Museum
Work Parties every Wednesday 10 a.m. - We need your help! As tour guides and gardeners, for cleaning and repairs, to demonstrate historic crafts Call 360-832-6662 or 253-536-6655 for more information and to volunteer.
Mom & Pop Gifting Program for needy Bethel District children Send your cash gift to Spanaway Historical Society, P.O. Box 1238, Spanaway, WA 98387 or drop off a new, unwrapped toy at the musuem during open hours before November 30
Order now! Handcrafted fresh evergreen wreaths for your home, a gift, or a memorial. $14.00 Pre-order now at 1-360-832-6662 or at the museum December 4 - 20 during open hours. Sales support improvements to the museum and special historical society projects such as Kids' Day.
Holiday Open House First Sunday in December 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Usher in the holidays with refreshments and a tour of the Prairie House Museum, decorated 1800's style for the season.
Annual Kids Day First Wednesday in April 1:00 to 3:00 - FREE! Children churn butter, pop corn, play with farm animals and learn how our grandparents spun wool and forged horseshoes. Parents welcome.	play stop
Historical Society/Lions Club Yard Sale, June 4, 9a.m.-4p.m. Proceeds maintain the museum buildings and artifacts. A heartfelt Thank you! to our local Lions Club members who maintain the grounds and buildings.
Members & Friends Pot Luck Picnic & Basket Fundraiser July 17, 12:00 noon We provide burgers and dogs. A gift basket auction supports Prairie House maintenance. Basket donations any size, any items appreciated.

Become a Member
Please make checks payable to:
Spanaway Historical Society, and mail to
P.O. Box 1238, Spanaway, WA 98387
Include your full name, spouse's name, address and telephone number

General membership	$8.00	Spouse	$5.00
Seniors 65+	$6.00	Spouse	$5.00
Student (age 18- 22)	$6.00	Junior (under age 18)	$5.00