Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center

Family Saturday
2025-09-06 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-04 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
Enjoy free admission to the Museum during Family Saturday!

Every first Saturday of the month, the community can explore the Museum for free between 10 AM to 4 PM.

Coyote's Corner Storytime
2025-09-06 13:00 - 13:30, 2025-10-04 13:00 - 13:30 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
Join us for a FREE storytime session up in Coyote’s Corner every Family Saturday!
Starting at 1 PM, storytellers will bring tales to life using props, funny voices, and vivid characters. Books will be geared towards kids between ages 3-8, but all ages are welcome to sit and enjoy the story!
Every first Saturday of the month, the community is invited to enjoy free museum admission, from 10 AM to 4 PM.
Enjoy engaging and imagination-fueled storytelling the whole family will remember!

A Night at the Museum
2025-09-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
A Night at the Museum returns on Saturday, September 6, 2025.
The Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center (WVMCC) invites you to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to touch, play, and experience the Museum like never before during a Night at the Museum on Saturday, September 6, 6-9 PM.
Every year, the community is invited to this signature fundraiser, featuring talented chefs, tasty gourmet foods, award-winning wines, great beers, ciders, and live music and entertainment. This year, guests can sample drinks from Armour Wines, Watermill Winery, Norwood Wine Bar, Silver Bell Winery, Neu Flessenow Cellars, Silvara Cellars, Blue Spirits Distillery, and Set the Bar. Snack on a variety of bites from Szmania’s Catering, or nibble from Cafe Columbia’s desserts and “grazing boards,” large platters complete with cut fruit, vegetables, meats, cheeses, nuts and spreads.
Throughout the night, listen to live music by the Welter Brothers, Deep Green Sea, and Jazz Jam Quintet. Guests can witness magic from Comparable Jason Sims, the valley’s charismatic magician and comedian, and watch live oil painting from the award-winning artist Henry Stinson. The finished oil painting will be up for auction in our silent auction. Patrons can also bid on two floral bouquets provided by Fable Books + Blooms.
Funds from this event support the Museum’s mission-serving programs, including featured exhibits, MakerSpace, robotics clubs, field trips, student scholarships, community cultural events, film and speaker series, and collection restorations. We invite you to share your love for your local Museum by joining us as a sponsor!
Tickets are $75 for members and $90 for non-members. Patrons must be 21 years or older. Included in the ticket price are several sample tokens. Bottles of wine, beer, and spirits will be available for purchase and all sales benefit the museum. Pre-registration is required. Reserve your spot below or call our front desk at (509)-888-6240.
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A Night at the Museum is supported by Entertainment Sponsor Gesa Credit Union, and Sustaining sponsors Goodfellow Bros., Cordell, Neher & Company PLLC, Apple Valley Honda, Town Toyota, Premier One Properties, and Crunch Pak.

Yoga Basics with Dianne
2025-09-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-22 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Wells House, 625 Nelson Ave., Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Improve your flexibility, balance, strength, and relaxation skills while learning basic postures and breathing techniques at the historic Wells House.

Dianne McCammon leads this Yoga Basics series, intended for an adult audience. Dianne is certified at the 500-hour level with Yoga Alliance and is a Registered Yoga Therapist with International Association of Yoga Therapists. With its slower pace, Yoga Basics is great for beginners, those recovering from injury, or anyone wanting to refine and refresh their current practice. Come learn, play, and maybe even break a sweat in a supportive environment. All bodies are welcome.

Classes are held on the lawn for the summer; the stunning Wells House and its turret offer an inspiring backdrop. In the colder months, classes are led in the living room, providing a quiet and cozy environment for everyone.

Please bring your own mat and water. Space is limited; pre-registration is encouraged.

Classes are between September 1-29, Mondays and Wednesdays, starting at 10 AM.
Registration is priced for each monthly series.
You may choose to take the class one or two days per week.
Prices for September:

Mondays is $65 for members and $75 for non-members.
Wednesdays is $50 for members and $60 for non-members.
Classes on both Mondays and Wednesdays is $110 for members and $125 for non-members.
Class for a single drop-in day is $15.

REGISTER HERE

Film & Speaker Series: Era of Megafires
2025-09-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
The 2025-26 Film and Speaker Series presents: Era of Megafires
The Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center is partnering with the U.S. Forest Service in hosting the mixed media presentation Era of Megafires, on Thursday, September 11, at 6 PM.
Learn about the nature of wildfires, their natural role on the forest, and how human impacts are significantly increasing incidences of Mega fires (100,000+ acre fires).
This presentation will be presented by Dr. Paul Hessburg, sharing knowledge conducted from nearly 30 years of fire and landscape ecology research, accompanied by stunning video vignettes and wildlife photography from John Marshall.
Admission is free for members and $5 for non-members. Registration is recommended.
REGISTER HERE
Funds from this event support the Museum’s mission-serving programs, including featured exhibits, MakerSpace, robotics clubs, field trips, student scholarships, community cultural events, film and speaker series, and collection restorations.
The Era of Megafires was produced by Wenatchee-based documentary film company, North 40 Productions, and is sponsored by the U.S. Forest Service. The 2025-26 Film & Speaker Series is supported by the City of Wenatchee and the City of East Wenatchee.

PNW Treasures Tour: Lake Wenatchee with Randy Lewis
2025-09-13 08:30 - 17:00 | Leavenworth Fish Hatchery, 12790 Fish Hatchery Rd, Leavenworth, WA, 98826, United States
Explore the Beauty of Lake Wenatchee with Randy Lewis!
Join us on an unforgettable caravan tour to Lake Wenatchee alongside local historian and Native storyteller Randy Lewis!
On 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 a lakeside lunch, enjoying Randy’s rich stories along the way.
Whether you are traveling from Seattle or Wenatchee, this caravan-style tour will give you the opportunity to commute to each stop on the tour in the comfort of your own vehicle.
Cost per car is $75 for members and $95 for non-members. Registration is required. Registrants will need a Discover Pass this tour. Learn more about how to get a Discover Pass here and here.
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Interested in our Caravan Tours? Check out our full list of Adventure & History tours here.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How will I know where to go?
We will email you an itinerary and a Google Map with stops pinned a few days before.
What should I bring?
Lunch, water, walking shoes for short walks.
How much driving will there be?
From the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, all tours are within 100 miles round trip. However, this will depend on where you are starting from.
Photo provided by Lake Wenatchee State Park.

MakerSpace: Robotics Afterschool Program - Middle School Teams
2025-09-22 16:15 - 18:15 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
Now Enrolling: 2025 Robotics Afterschool Program!
Do your kids love to build, create, and compete? Sign them up for our award-winning robotics program where students design, code, and drive robots in regional competitions! Over the course of the season, students will participate in 400+ hours of robotics training and events, strengthening their problem-solving skills, building confidence, and making lifelong friendships.
Down in our MakerSpace Studio, these young innovators will work in small teams to build and program robots using the VEX IQ system, gaining experience in engineering, teamwork, and competition prep. Students will attend 3 tournaments throughout the season. The official competition schedule will be announced in early September.
Middle School Team Schedule:
Grades 6–8
Begins: September 22–March 16
Mondays, 4:15–6:15 PM
Eligibility: Students born after April 26, 2010
Registration for the full Robotics Afterschool Program costs $500 for members and $550 for non-members. Registration is required due to limited spots.
Requirements:

Strict age requirements apply per VEX tournament rules for team eligibility.

Parent participation and volunteer hours are required.

Come to the Parent Q&A & Open House on Monday, September 15, from 5:30-6:30 PM, for full details and explore volunteer roles available throughout the season. Meet the coaches, explore the program, and get your questions answered before we kick off the season. Attending the Parent Open House helps secure your spot and provides a full season rundown before final commitments.

REGISTER HERE
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Escultura en Arcilla con Martha Flores | Clay Sculpting with Martha Flores
2025-09-23 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
Únete a la artista y educadora local Martha Flores, M.F.A., en este taller práctico de modelado en arcilla de dos sesiones en el Museo Centro Cultural del Valle de Wenatchee. ¡Este es un taller en español, pero quienes no hablan español son bienvenidos!
En la primera sesión, los estudiantes aprenderán técnicas esenciales de modelado de arcilla y comenzarán a esculpir sus propias piezas originales. Martha horneará sus las esculturas en su propio estudio y las devolverá la semana siguiente.
En la segunda sesión, los estudiantes pintarán o esmaltarán sus piezas. Después de la segunda hornada, los estudiantes pueden recoger sus esculturas terminadas en el estudio de Martha cuando les resulte conveniente.
Martes, 23 de septiembre, 6 p.m. a 8 p.m: Sesión de escultura
Martes, 30 de septiembre, 6 p.m. a 8 p.m: Sesión de pintura y acabado.
Estas clases cuestan $50 para cada miembro y $65 para cada no miembro. Es necesario inscribirse previamente debido al espacio limitado.
Sobre Martha Flores:
Martha Flores es una artista residente en Wenatchee, reconocida por sus esculturas y pinturas expresivas que exploran temas como la identidad, la memoria y el sentido de pertenencia. Con una Maestría en Bellas Artes (M.F.A.) y años de experiencia docente, Martha aporta calidez, técnica y dedicación a sus talleres, haciendo que el arte sea accesible y placentero para todos.
Esta serie de clases está patrocinada por el Wenatchee Art Education Consortium.
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Join local artist and educator Martha Flores, M.F.A. for a two-part, hands-on clay modeling workshop at the Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center. This is a Spanish-speaking workshop, however non-Spanish-speakers are welcome!
In the first session, students will learn essential clay modeling techniques and begin sculpting their own original piece. Martha will fire the sculptures at her own studio and return them the following week.
In the second session, students will be painting or glazing their pieces. After the second firing, students can pick up their finished sculptures from Martha’s studio at their own convenience.
Tuesday, September 23, 6-8 PM: Sculpting Session
Tuesday, September 30, 6-8 PM: Painting & Finishing Session
These classes cost $50 for each member and $65 for each non-member. Pre-registration is required due to limited space.
About Martha Flores:
Martha Flores is a Wenatchee-based artist known for her expressive sculptures and paintings that explore themes of identity, memory, and place. With a Master of Fine Arts degree (MFA) and years of teaching experience, Martha brings warmth, skill, and deep care to her workshops, making art accessible and joyful for all.
This class series is sponsored by the Wenatchee Art Education Consortium.
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MakerSpace: Robotics Afterschool Program - Elementary School Teams
2025-09-24 15:30 - 17:30 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
Now Enrolling: 2025 Robotics Afterschool Program!
Do your kids love to build, create, and compete? Sign them up for our award-winning robotics program where students design, code, and drive robots in regional competitions! Over the course of the season, students will participate in 400+ hours of robotics training and events, strengthening their problem-solving skills, building confidence, and making lifelong friendships.
Down in our MakerSpace, these young innovators will work in small teams to build and program robots using the VEX IQ system, gaining experience in engineering, teamwork, and competition prep. Students will attend 3 tournaments throughout the season. The official competition schedule will be announced in early September.
Elementary School Team Schedule:
Grades 3–5
Begins: September 24–March 18
Wednesdays, 3:30–5:30 PM
Eligibility: Students born after April 26th, 2013
Registration for the full Robotics Afterschool Program costs $500 for members and $550 for non-members. Registration is required due to limited spots.
Requirements:

Strict age requirements apply per VEX tournament rules for team eligibility.

Parent participation and volunteer hours are required.

Come to the Parent Q&A & Open House on Monday, September 15, from 5:30-6:30 PM, for full details and explore volunteer roles available throughout the season. Meet the coaches, explore the program, and get your questions answered before we kick off the season. Attending the Parent Open House helps secure your spot and provides a full season rundown before final commitments.

REGISTER HERE
JOIN THE WAITLIST

Film & Speaker Series: Wonderful, Weird, & Worrisome Objects in WA State Museums w/ Harriet Baskas
2025-09-24 17:30 - 18:30 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
The 2025-26 Film and Speaker Series presents: Wonderful, Weird, and Worrisome Objects in Washington State Museums with Harriet Baskas
The Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center is excited to collaborate with Humanities Washington for a night of Wonderful, Weird, and Worrisome Objects from our archives! Join journalist Harriet Baskas as she unveils her life’s mission to find the oddest collection items tucked away in Washington State museums on Wednesday, Sep. 24, at 5:30 PM.
Most museums display no more than 10 percent of their holdings, often citing “not enough space” as the reason. But there are also a wide range of cultural, philosophical, political, environmental, historic, and even superstitious reasons why museums keep some objects from public view.
In this talk, explore a wide range of hidden objects found in the back rooms of museums in our state and around the country. Examples include a Spokane institution that holds Bing Crosby’s toupées and a museum in Lynden that’s home to a 150-year-old pickle. Collections Manager Anna Spencer will share some of the more curious items in our own collections.
This event is free for everyone, but registration is recommended. Doors open at 5 PM.
REGISTER HERE
Funds from this event support the Museum’s mission-serving programs, including featured exhibits, MakerSpace, robotics clubs, field trips, student scholarships, community cultural events, film and speaker series, and collection restorations.
The 2025-26 Film & Speaker Series is supported by the City of Wenatchee and the City of East Wenatchee. This event is brought to you by Humanities Washington.

MakerSpace: Robotics Afterschool Program - Middle School Teams
2025-09-29 16:15 - 18:15, 2025-10-06 16:15 - 18:15 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
Now Enrolling: 2025 Robotics Afterschool Program!
Do your kids love to build, create, and compete? Sign them up for our award-winning robotics program where students design, code, and drive robots in regional competitions! Over the course of the season, students will participate in 400+ hours of robotics training and events, strengthening their problem-solving skills, building confidence, and making lifelong friendships.
Down in our MakerSpace Studio, these young innovators will work in small teams to build and program robots using the VEX IQ system, gaining experience in engineering, teamwork, and competition prep. Students will attend 3 tournaments throughout the season. The official competition schedule will be announced in early September.
Middle School Team Schedule:
Grades 6–8
Begins: September 22–March 16
Mondays, 4:15–6:15 PM
Eligibility: Students born after April 26, 2010
Registration for the full Robotics Afterschool Program costs $500 for members and $550 for non-members. Registration is required due to limited spots.
Requirements:

Strict age requirements apply per VEX tournament rules for team eligibility.
Parent participation and volunteer hours are required.

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Yoga Basics with Dianne
2025-10-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Wells House, 625 Nelson Ave., Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Improve your flexibility, balance, strength, and relaxation skills while learning basic postures and breathing techniques at the historic Wells House.
Dianne McCammon leads this Yoga Basics series, intended for an adult audience. Dianne is certified at the 500-hour level with Yoga Alliance and is a Registered Yoga Therapist with International Association of Yoga Therapists. With its slower pace, Yoga Basics is great for beginners, those recovering from injury, or anyone wanting to refine and refresh their current practice. Come learn, play, and maybe even break a sweat in a supportive environment. All bodies are welcome.

Classes are held on the lawn for the summer; the stunning Wells House and its turret offer an inspiring backdrop. In the colder months, classes are led in the living room, providing a quiet and cozy environment for everyone.

Please bring your own mat and water. Space is limited; pre-registration is encouraged.

Classes are between October 1-29, Mondays and Wednesdays, starting at 10 AM. Registration is priced for each monthly series.
You may choose to take the class one or two days per week.
Prices for October:

Mondays is $50 for members and $60 for non-members.
Wednesdays is $65 for members and $75 for non-members.
Classes on both Mondays and Wednesdays is $110 for members and $125 for non-members.
Class for a single drop-in day is $15.

REGISTER HERE
Disclaimer
This class series is located on the Wenatchee Valley College Campus at 625 Nelson Avenue. Unfortunately, the Wells House is not currently ADA accessible. We apologize for the inconvenience.

MakerSpace: Robotics Afterschool Program - Elementary School Teams
2025-10-01 15:30 - 17:30, 2025-10-08 15:30 - 17:30 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
Now Enrolling: 2025 Robotics Afterschool Program!
Do your kids love to build, create, and compete? Sign them up for our award-winning robotics program where students design, code, and drive robots in regional competitions! Over the course of the season, students will participate in 400+ hours of robotics training and events, strengthening their problem-solving skills, building confidence, and making lifelong friendships.
Down in our MakerSpace, these young innovators will work in small teams to build and program robots using the VEX IQ system, gaining experience in engineering, teamwork, and competition prep. Students will attend 3 tournaments throughout the season. The official competition schedule will be announced in early September.
Elementary School Team Schedule:
Grades 3–5
Begins: September 24–March 18
Wednesdays, 3:30–5:30 PM
Eligibility: Students born after April 26th, 2013
Registration for the full Robotics Afterschool Program costs $500 for members and $550 for non-members. Registration is required due to limited spots.
Requirements:

Strict age requirements apply per VEX tournament rules for team eligibility.

Parent participation and volunteer hours are required.
Come to the Parent Q&A & Open House on Monday, September 15, from 5:30-6:30 PM, for full details and explore volunteer roles available throughout the season. Meet the coaches, explore the program, and get your questions answered before we kick off the season. Attending the Parent Open House helps secure your spot and provides a full season rundown before final commitments.

JOIN THE WAITLIST

Wells House Wednesday - Autumn in the Garden
2025-10-01 18:00 - 20:00 | WA
Dig into the secrets of gardening with WSU Master Gardeners!
Learn how to plant next year’s harvest alongside experts from the Washington State University Master Gardener Program at the Wells House on Wednesday, October 1, from 6-8 PM.
This free presentation will cover the basics behind irrigation systems, how to plant onions and garlic for the next year, and conclude with a brief Q&A on gardening tips and tricks. Light refreshments will be available, with alcoholic beverages for sale for those 21+.
Every First Wednesday of the month, the Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center will host a free community lecture or presentation at the historic Wells House. Registration for this presentation is recommended due to limited seating.
RSVP HERE
The historic Wells House is owned and operated by the Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center and relies on the generous support of our volunteers. Find out how you can support the Wells House here, or call (509)-888-6240.
The Wells House is located at the Wenatchee Valley College at 625 Nelson Avenue. Unfortunately, the Wells House is not currently ADA-accessible. We apologize for the inconvenience.

First Friday at the Museum: Silent Film Screening of Nosferatu
2025-10-03 16:00 - 20:00 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
Watch Silent Film Classic “Nosferatu” with Live Pipe Organ Music!
Starting at 6 PM, start spooky season right by watching the original 1922 version of Nosferatu, directed by German Expressionist F.W. Murnau. Local organist Thomas Kozina will transport the audience back to the 1920’s as he plays on our 1919 Wurlitzer pipe organ alongside this horror classic. Complimentary light refreshments will be provided, with select beverages for sale. Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase for those 21+.
The entire Museum is free and open to the public every First Friday of the month, from 4-8 PM. Explore the interactive Sun, Earth, Universe exhibit, watch a model train wind its way through miniature Cascade Mountains, check out our collection of Clovis Points, or take a gander at the real propellor from the famed Miss Veedol!
Visit us and learn more about what the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center has to offer!

Yoga Basics with Dianne
2025-10-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States

Film & Speaker Series: Elder Speak
2025-10-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
The 2025-26 Film and Speaker Series presents Elder Speak: A Journey to Wisdom
Elder Speak is a guided, nine-month journey that honors, affirms, and brings forth the deep, often untapped wisdom of our Elders. This culminating event is a sacred space to listen, witness, and understand the personal and collective paths of four remarkable Elders, Glen Carlson, Joe Roy, Merry Roy, and Ron Scutt.
On Oct. 9, at 6 PM, listen to their heartfelt reflections connect us to our shared human experience—offering insight into how to navigate hardship, cherish joy, and hold gratitude for all of life’s moments. As the elders explore their own stories, they honor us with their wisdom and invite us to reflect on our own lives, resilience, and purpose.
Join the Ripple Foundation for an inspiring 2-hour gathering of gentle, wise, and endearing storytelling that enriches lives and strengthens community.
Admission is free for members and $5 for non-members. Registration is recommended.
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Funds from this event support the Museum’s mission-serving programs, including featured exhibits, MakerSpace, robotics clubs, field trips, student scholarships, community cultural events, film and speaker series, and collection restorations.
The Ripple Foundation is sponsored by Dan’s Food Market, the Wenatchee Valley Dispute Resolution Center, Wenatchee Valley Tech, Curate by Dorrinda, Cascade Autocenter, Mike West Leavenworth Realty, Cashmere Storage, Seeds Learning Center, Cashmere Valley Bank, the Icicle Center for the Arts, and the Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center. The 2025-26 Film & Speaker Series is supported by the City of Wenatchee and the City of East Wenatchee.

MakerSpace presents: 3D Printing Classes for Adults
2025-10-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
Calling all tech enthusiasts, aspiring engineers, and design fans!
Get ready to dive into the captivating world of 3D printing with our beginner-friendly adult classes at the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center!
Down in our MakerSpace studio, learn how to design parts, prepare them for printing, and operate the printer itself, led by a seasoned mechanical engineer with over 40 years of manufacturing experience.
From Instructor Mark VanHorne:
“With the knowledge and skills you will obtain in the class, you can print parts to repair everyday items, personalize objects with your name or logo, create customized parts for unique applications, build proof of concept prototypes for your inventions, make personal organizers for your home, and print tools to simplify difficult jobs.
Each class will build on the previous class, so it is essential that each student attend every class. Each student must supply their own laptop computer and setup a Fusion 360 or OnShape account and install PrusaSlicer.”
Graduates will be eligible to support Waste Loop’s Eastside Rebuild, participating in manufacturing projects at their Repair Cafes. Learn more about what Eastside Rebuild has to offer here.
CLASS SCHEDULE:
October 11 – November 15
Every Saturday, 10 AM – 2 PM
This class series costs $125 for members and $175 for non-members
Registration is required due to limited spots.
Please only register if you will miss no more than one Saturday.
REGISTER HERE
WAITLIST HERE

This class series is supported through grant funding by Microsoft.
