Explore NCW History and Culture in Upcoming WVMCC Tours! – 05/22/25
The Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural is offering caravan tours for visitors from both Eastern and Western Washington
Wenatchee, Wash. – (Friday, May 16, 2025), The Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center (WVMCC) is launching its Adventure & History tour series for adults to embark on throughout the year. Whether it is taking a boat to Stehekin, learning about the Wellington Train Disaster, or basking in the beauty of Lake Wenatchee, the WVMCC has plenty to offer!
Starting this year, the Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center is offering caravan-style tours, designed to engage participants in the rich history, geology, and cultural heritage of North Central Washington. These tours provide an accessible and flexible way for attendees to explore significant sites while fostering connections between communities on both sides of the state.
Each tour consists of three to four stops, where expert docents provide engaging historical and cultural presentations. Tour participants drive their own vehicles, allowing for greater accessibility and participation without requiring a central starting point. This format enables us to draw attendees from both Eastern and Western Washington, strengthening cross-regional engagement.
Photo taken by Gordon Congdon during the 2024 Stehekin Tour.
Stehekin Heart of the Cascades Tour with Randy Lewis
Saturday, May 24, starting at 7:45 AM
Explore the quaint and delicate nature surrounding the small village of Stehekin. Alongside local Native storyteller Randy Lewis, guests will uncover hidden treasures, indulge in treats from the famed Stehekin Pastry Company, and absorb fascinating insights into the region’s cultural heritage.
Guests will meet at Chelan Boat Dock 1418 N Woodin Ave. Chelan, WA. Admission is $225 for members and $250 for non-members. Pre-registration is required due to limited seats. Guests can register here.
WVMCC Photo: #78-208-5
Wellington Train Disaster Lecture & Tour
Lecture: Friday, May 30, 6:30-8 PM
At the historic Wells House on Friday, May 30, at 6:30 PM, Randy Dasho of Port Orchard, WA, will discuss the Great Northern Railroad and recount the events of the 1910 Wellington Disaster. This lecture is free and open to the public. Attendance at the lecture is not required for attendance for the caravan tour. Registration is recommended and can be found here.
Tour: Saturday, May 31, starting at 9 AM
Join us for a guided caravan tour of the Wellington Site, starting at the Nason Creek – US 2 Rest area at 9 AM. At each stop, our expert guide will uncover the storied legacy of the Great Northern Railway Company, visiting several historic sites between Leavenworth and Stevens Pass.
Cost per car is $75 for members and $95 for non-members. Registration is required and can be found here.
Photo provided by Lake Wenatchee State Park Ranger Paul Tomas.
PNW Treasures Tour: Lake Wenatchee with Randy Lewis
Saturday, September 13, starting at 8:30 AM
Visit significant Indigenous sites and learn about the enduring cultural presence of local Indigenous communities from Leavenworth to Lake Wenatchee. The group will be stopping for lunch at the Lake Wenatchee YMCA Camp, enjoying Randy’s rich stories along the way.
Cost per car is $75 for members and $95 for non-members. Registration is required. Registrants will need a Discovery Pass this tour. Those interested in exploring tours from the WVMCC can visit the Adventure & History page here, go to wenatcheevalleymuseum.org, or call their front desk at (509)-888-6240.
About the Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center
The Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center’s mission is to gather, engage, and educate people to celebrate and preserve the history, arts, sciences, and rich diversity of our region. The Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates with the support of the cities of Wenatchee and East Wenatchee.
