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Support your local museum by joining us as a member. Our members get access to year-round exclusive exhibits, events, and activities.

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Volunteer with us!
Become a part of local history while volunteering at the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center!

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Camps are Back!
Enrollment now open for Super Summer Adventure Camps! Sign up now to engage in robotics, nature, history, culture and more!

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Historic Homes Tour
Get a rare glimpse at historic properties like the Wetherald Home, the Vradenburg Apartments, and the Home of Peace Mausoleum!

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Adventure & History Tours are Back!
Learn more about our tours to Stehekin, Historic Homes Tour, and our Wellington Train Disaster Tour!

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Yoga Classes in May & June!
Register for these popular yoga classes at the Wells House!

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Kids Coloring Contest
Pick up a coloring sheet at the front desk between April 8-May 8. Winners will be chosen on May 15th. One winner will be selected from each age group, and the winners will be notified by phone to come pick up their prize!

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Museum hours are from Tuesday to Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM

The Wells House is open by appointment.

For more information about visiting the Museum, call our Guest Services staff at 509-888-6240.

From our Blog/STories

2025 Write on the River Writer’s Competition Winners – 4/23/25

This post is copied from Write on the River’s official winners announcement. Write On The River, partnering with the Wenatchee…

Nick’s Bricks Returns to the Wenatchee Valley on April 5, 2025

Experience all things LEGO at the Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center! Wenatchee, Wash. – (Thursday, March 27, 2025), The…

Winners of the 46th Annual Regional High School Art Show

Congratulations to all these talented artists from our region! The Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center (WVMCC) is proud to…

Silent Film Nights at the WVMCC – 3/13/2025

Experience classics from F.W. Murnau with live music from the pipe organ! Wenatchee, Wash. – (Tuesday, March 11, 2025), The…

Historic Wine Walks Through Downtown Wenatchee – 3/13/2025

Journey through time as you savor Wenatchee’s wine and history! Wenatchee, Wash. – (Friday, March 7, 2025), The Wenatchee Valley…

Spring Break and Super Summer Adventure Camps are back! – 3/5/2025

STEAM-based activities return to the Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center in April! Wenatchee, Wash. – (Friday, February 28, 2025), The…

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Huzzah! The Mini Quest Tavern returns, with 14 unl

Huzzah! The Mini Quest Tavern returns, with 14 unlikely heroes saving the day at the Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center!

On May 9 & 10 at 7 PM, join old and new characters like Glorb the Goblin, Fred the Farmer, the Mighty Ron, and the Barbarian Vriska as they clumsily, I mean, heroically, fight evil (for money of course). Choose your player and work together to make choices when they are presented, and roll dice to use their talents and skills in battle. This live Dungeons & Dragons improv show is perfect for teens and adults. Tickets are restricted to ages 10 & up. Refreshments and game night snacks are available for purchase at the event.

Learn more about what the Mini Quest Tavern has to offer through the Linktree in our bio.

Next Thursday, gain a new perspective and join us

Next Thursday, gain a new perspective and join us for Professor Josephine Ensign's presentation on Homelessness and the Meaning of Home on May 8, from 7-9 PM.

Guests are invited to learn about the socio-economic complexities of homelessness, taking a lesson from Ensign's research on homelessness in Seattle and what those stories teach us about the current crisis throughout our state and country. This will be the final lecture of the 2024-25 Film and Speaker Series.

This lecture is free to everyone. Learn more about this lecture through the Linktree in our bio.

This event is brought to you by Humanities Washington (@humanitieswa).

UPDATE: Tomorrow, our First Friday event will end

UPDATE: Tomorrow, our First Friday event will end early at 6 PM. Patrons are invited to enjoy free admission to the museum from 4-6 PM.

Celebrate the Apple Blossom Festival as we showcase a photo slideshow, detailing the cultivation and history of all things Apple Blossom! Learn more about what the WVMCC has to offer at wenatcheevalleymuseum.org.

Embark on an unforgettable experience to Stehekin

Embark on an unforgettable experience to Stehekin with Randy Lewis!

Explore the quaint and delicate nature surrounding the small village of Stehekin on Saturday, May 24, meeting at the Chelan Boat Dock on 7:45 AM. Alongside local Native storyteller Randy Lewis, guests will uncover hidden treasures, indulge in treats from the famed Stehekin Pastry Company (@stehekinpastryco), and absorb fascinating insights into the region’s cultural heritage.

Learn more about this incredibly popular tour through the Linktree in our bio.

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Last Saturday, we were swimming down the Apple Blo

Last Saturday, we were swimming down the Apple Blossom Youth Parade route!

We had such a blast greeting folks with our silvery fins! Thank you to the Wenatchee community for making us feel welcome and loved!

Unfortunately, we will not be walking in the Grand Parade and will be closed on Saturday, May 3, from 10 AM to 4 PM. However, we will have a fun photo presentation on Apple Blossom History during First Friday, May 2, from 4-6 PM! Learn more about that at wenatcheevalleymuseum.org.

Curious about our Super Summer Adventures banner? Learn more about these exciting camps through the Linktree in our bio!

#appleblossom #appleblossomfestival #appleblossomyouthparade #wvmcc #wenatcheevalleymuseumandculturalcenter #wenatchee #downtownwenatchee #wenatcheevalleymuseum #cityofwenatchee #supersummeradventurecamps #ssacamps

Want to explore our region's history alongside tre

Want to explore our region's history alongside treasured local historians? Check out our upcoming Adventure & History tours!

This year, we are offering caravan-style tours, specially designed to give visitors an opportunity to explore 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 from both the eastern and western sides of the state.

On Saturday, May 24, meeting at the Chelan Boat Dock on 7:45 AM, embark on a journey to the small village of Stehekin alongside local Native storyteller Randy Lewis. Throughout the tour, guests will uncover hidden treasures, indulge in treats from the famed Stehekin Pastry Company (@stehekinpastryco), and absorb fascinating insights into the region’s cultural heritage.

On Saturday, May 31, at 9 AM, join us for a guided caravan tour of the Wellington Train Disaster Site, where patrons will personally commute to the Nason Creek rest area. 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.

Learn more about these incredibly popular tours through the Linktree in our bio.

#wvmcc #wenatchee #wenatcheevalleymuseumandculturalcenter #stehekin #stehekinwashington #toursinwashington #toursinwa #wellingtontour #randylewis #randydasho #adventureandhistorytours

Are you ready for some Super Summer Adventures? Jo

Are you ready for some Super Summer Adventures? Join us for four weeks of STEM-based fun starting in July!

From exploring time travel to whipping up culinary creations, and even diving into the world of cryptids and mythological creatures, our camps spark curiosity through imaginative themes and hands-on activities!

Learn more about what our camps have to offer at wenatcheevalleymuseum.org.

Curious about the castle-like home at Wenatchee Va

Curious about the castle-like home at Wenatchee Valley College? Get an intimate look into the Wells House during the Historic Homes Tour!

The WVMCC is partnering with the City of Wenatchee (@cityofwenatcheegov) for this exclusive self-guided tour through Wenatchee's oldest and most treasured properties on Saturday, May 31, from 10 AM to 4 PM.

During the tour, journey through the first residence entered in the Wenatchee Register of Historic Places. Built in 1909 by early Wenatchee developer William T. Clark and his wife Adelaide, this home includes gorgeous stained-glass windows, quaint gardens, and remnants of the home's history as a girl's dormitory.

Afterwards, the day will conclude with an exclusive reception for WVMCC members and Historic Homes Tour homeowners.

Learn more about all the properties featured on this tour through the Linktree in our bio.

#wenatcheevalleymuseum #wvmcc #downtownwenatchee #wenatcheewashington #cityofwenatcheehistoricpreservationboard #wenatchee #historicwenatchee #toursinwenatchee #historichomestour #visitwenatchee #wenatcheevalleymuseumandculturalcenter #cityofwenatchee #cityofwenatchee #wellshouse

Gentle reminder that we will be closed tomorrow on

Gentle reminder that we will be closed tomorrow on Saturday, April 26th AND Saturday, May 3rd due to the Apple Blossom Festival parades.

But have no fear! You will see the WVMCC team walking with our salmon heads high during the Apple Blossom Youth Parade tomorrow!

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Want to explore our region's history alongside treasured local historians? Check out our upcoming Adventure & History tours!This year, we are offering caravan-style tours, specially designed to give visitors an opportunity to explore 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 from both the eastern and western sides of the state.On Saturday, May 24, meeting at the Chelan Boat Dock on 7:45 AM, embark on a journey to the small village of Stehekin alongside local Native storyteller Randy Lewis. Throughout the tour, guests will uncover hidden treasures, indulge in treats from the famed Stehekin Pastry Company, and absorb fascinating insights into the region’s cultural heritage.On Saturday, May 31, at 9 AM, join us for a guided caravan tour of the Wellington Train Disaster Site, where patrons will personally commute to the Nason Creek rest area. 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.Learn more about these incredibly popular tours here: www.wenatcheevalleymuseum.org/adventure-and-history-tours/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Are you ready for some Super Summer Adventures? Join us for four weeks of STEM-based fun starting in July!From exploring time travel to whipping up culinary creations, and even diving into the world of cryptids and mythological creatures, our camps spark curiosity through imaginative themes and hands-on activities!Learn more about what our camps have to offer at wenatcheevalleymuseum.org. ... See MoreSee Less

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Our permanent exhibits

Home Address: Anywhere in the Air

Ice Age Mystery

Liberty Theater Pipe Organ

Washington’s Apple Industry