Written by Chris Rader Leavenworth in the 1890s was a growing railroad town with a few hundred residents. At least two of these early settlers were Black: Frank and Mary…

This article contains historical references that contain racial slurs and outdated language that may be offensive. These terms are included for historical accuracy and do not reflect the views or…

Written by Collections Manager Anna Spencer Over the years at the Wenatchee Valley Museum, there have been some odd and strange things that have been donated to the collection. While…

Written by Chris Rader Loving to party was not a formal prerequisite of becoming a member of Wenatchee’s Drum and Bugle Corps in the 1940s through 1960s, but it sure…

Note: This is not an exhibit within the museum. These photos are not currently available for viewing within the museum, but only for these blog posts. The highly anticipated Barbie…

Note: This is not an exhibit within the museum. These photos are not currently available for viewing within the museum, but only for these blog posts. In light of the…

May 24, 2023 – For Preservation Month, we’d like to celebrate the Burke Hill Apartments! The Burke Hill was built in 1930 and is located on Okanogan Ave. “Safeguarding the…

May 10, 2023 – For Preservation Month, we’d like to celebrate the Ellis-Forde Building and Mercantile! The Ellis-Forde Building was built in 1905 and became the area’s first chain department…

May 2, 2023 – May is Preservation Month and we’re celebrating by putting a spotlight on the people in our community who are doing the important work of saving our…

Join Collections Coordinator Anna Spencer in Curator’s Corner as she takes a closer look at some of the Wenatchee Chiefs baseball memorabilia in our collection. WATCH NOW Learn which players…