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Annual Members Meeting
Interurban Railway History
Feb 27, 2:00pm, Saturday
Everett Library Auditorium
2702 Hoyt Avenue, Everett WA 98201
Presented by David Dilgard
Tile Workshop for Heritage Homeowners
March 6, 9:00am, Saturday
United Tile Showroom
11520 Airport Road, Everett, WA 98204
RSVP: Limited space, call 425-530-2722 to reserve space
Join us for a fun, relaxed morning as we explore the amazing world of TILE!
Perhaps no other finishing material has such a historic, beautiful and practical appeal as tile.
We will explore what is available to today’s homeowners interested in
incorporating this classic material into their homes.
P R E V I O U S . E V E N T S
Holiday Party
December 11, 6-8pm
Legion Park Hall, 145 Alverson Blvd.
Everett History Week
October 30 - November 6, 2009
Various events at Anchor Pub, 1001 Hewitt Ave
See complete details
Monte Cristo Ties to Everett History
1:00pm Saturday Oct 3, FREE
Everett Public Library Auditorium, 2702 Hoyt Ave
Presentation by David
Cameron
A century ago everyone in Snohomish County recognized
that as the railway which brought gold and silver out of the mountains around Monte Cristo
would also bring eager recreationists into them.
Historic Home Tour
10am-4pm Saturday Sept 12
$15 Public / $10 Members
This annual event brings
the visitors from all over the state
to see
the wonderful homes
open for day to explore and appreciate.
Tickets will be available the day of the event at the Van Valey
house at 2130 Colby Ave.
Special thanks this year to supporting sponsor the Master Builders
Association
of Snohomish & King Counties; also KSER 90.7 radio.
Annual Members Meeting
The Making of Milltown
Feb. 24, 2007, 1:00pm-3:00pmFree, Everett Library Auditorium, 2702 Hoyt Ave.
Historian David Dilgard a slide presentation on Everett's early industries. President Bill Belshaw shared what projects, programs, and fun are coming for 2007.2 0 0 6
The Rucker family found the perfect site for a home built on a grand hill overlooking the new city of Everett. Architecturally, the house has been called everything from a Colonial Revival bungalow to a Craftsman. Rucker's choice of beveled glass windows, beautiful hardwoods, stone and carved wood fireplaces, copper fireplace hoods, and beautiful fabrics for walls and draperies make it a showplace of local pride. Everett Theatre 105th Anniversary
Nov. 4, 2006, 1:00pm
Free, Everett Library Auditorium, 2702 Hoyt Ave.
This historic downtown icon survived fire and now showcases local theatre groups and special performances for the whole community to enjoy. David Dilgard leads us down the local theatre's colorful history.Historic Preservation Resource and Design Guide
Oct. 28, 2006, 9:30am-12:00pm
Weyerhaeuser Room, Everett Station
3201 Smith Street, Everett WAThis new guide is meant to assist those who wish to continue preservation of these historic resources as they alter historic homes or build new developments in historic neighborhoods. Focuses on three architectural styles found commonly in Everett: Colonial Revival, Craftsman and American Foursquare. Guest Speakers: Jack O'Donnell, David Dilgard, Mark French, Dave Koenig. Presented by Everett Historical Commission and City of Everett Department of Planning & Community Development Fix Up Your Old House
Oct. 3, 2006, 7:00pm
$4 suggested donation/Free for members, Everett Library Auditorium, 2702 Hoyt Ave.
Find out the most important things to keep your house in tip-top shape to preserve the beauty and value as your house ages. Special guest from Historic Seattle, Rick Sever covers the common problems of older homes.Historic Everett Home Tour
Sept. 16, 2006, 11:00am-4:00pm
This is the BIG one! This self-guided trek gets you into some of the most beautiful and well-preserved homes. Enjoy the history of these treasured homes and get a few tips too! Over 500 attended last year. $14 public, $10 members. Start at the Van Valey House on Colby Avenue to get your guide booklet and refreshments. A vehicle is needed to reach homes in separate areas of Everett, carpools are suggested.Downtown Everett Tour
August 19, 2006, 11:00am
There is so much more now to discover in Everett's downtown business district, but this walk will awaken your senses to the history behind some grand old walls lead by historian David Dilgard. $10 public, $5 members. Meet at new Everett Symphony office at 2710 Colby Avenue for tickets and refreshments.Out of Town Series: City of Snohomish
July 15, 2006, 10:00am
Come meet in Snohomish for a visit to the County's oldest township. We will wind through the streets of yesteryear lead by historian David Dilgard. $12 public, $8 members. Meet at new Visitor Center at Avenue D and the bridge.
| October 29,
2005 11am |
Evergreen Cemetery Tour | Meet at 2nd entrance on Broadway; watch for signs. | The 3rd annual Cemetery tour at Evergreen Cemetery lead by David Dilgard, Jack O'Donnell, and Vicki Rosenau |
| Sept 10, 2005 11am-4pm |
Port Gardner Neighborhood
Tour Homes are open from 11am-4pm |
Meet by Providence Hospital
on Pacific Ave. to get map guide. $12 admission, $10 H.E. members |
This self-guided open house tour features the city's more prominent architecture and views. |
| August 6, 2005 11am |
Lowell Neighborhood Tour | Start at Lowell Church | Guided tour by historian David Dilgard |
| July 9, 2005 | Bayside/NW
Neighborhoods Tour 11am - 3pm |
Meet at Grand Ave. Park and 16th to pick up map. | Self-guided tour of 10 grand and historic homes. |
| June 4, 2005 | All day bus &
guided walking Tour of Historic Everett |
Historic Seattle bus starts from MOHAI and meets in Everett at downtown library | And catered lunch w/guest architect at the restored Monte Cristo Hotel. Co-sponsored with Historic Seattle. |
| May
7, 2005 11am |
Riverside Neighborhood Tour | Everett Library Auditorium | Guided tour with David Dilgard and several interiors will be open to the public. Meets at Buck's Cafe at corner of Hewitt Ave. and Pine St. at 11:00am. |
| October 30, 2004 11am |
Evergreen Cemetery Tour | Broadway
entrance Non-members $10, Members $5 |
A very popular annual walk about the grounds. We will learn about early settlers and enjoy the fall colors. Presented by David Dilgard, Vicki Rosenau, and Jack O'Donnell. |
| September
1, 2004 6pm |
Downtown Everett Walking Tour | 1915 Hewitt Avenue, across from Everett Events Center. Starts at Cascadian Apartments (previously the Mitchell Hotel) | Join us and historian David Dilgard to celebrate the original Mitchell Hotel's 101st anniversary, meeting in the lobby for cake and coffee. Then we take to the streets on and around Hewitt Avenue to celebrate the architectual acheivements which started with 1890's building boom. |
| July 4, 2004 | Fourth of July Parade in Everett | Downtown Everett on Colby Avenue | Drove and marched in Everett Parade. We revved the 1955 red Chevy Belair owned by the Al Dams Jr. family, who's grandfather operated the casket factory for over 50 years and had parked this Chevy in front of the factory. We were joined with the support of the Alliance To Save The Collins Building to march with a parade banner, friends and family. |
| June
15, 2004 11am |
Collins Casket Factory Building press conference | Collins
Casket Factory Building (formerly North Coast Casket) |
Washington Trust announcement of the "Most Endangered Properties" list for 2004 including 8 nominees in WA state. Public and supporters welcome to attend at the southwest entrance to the Collins building. Nominated by Historic Everett and supported by the Alliance To Save The Collins Building. |
| May
8, 2004 1pm |
Is My House Historic | Everett Library Auditorium | Presented by David Dilgard. Bring your photos of your home and learn about resources to discover it's history! |
| May
2, 2004 10am - 4pm |
Everett Memorabilia Fair | Floral Hall at Forest Park | Historic Everett sponsored a free fair at Floral Hall at Forest Park in Everett. Tables were available for groups, individuals, and organizations with a history to display. Groups and idividuals brought Everett area memorabilia, photos, and historic treasures to exhibit for the day. Special thanks to co-sponsors Everett Historical Commission and the Everett Office Of Neighborhoods. |
| February
14, 2004 1:00pm - 4:00pm |
A Trip Down Memory Lane in Everett | Everett Library Auditorium | Annual Members meeting. Bring your sweetheart, bring your friends to see how the great old downtown has grown up over the years. Free chocolat treats. everett teacher and historian Jack O'Donnell shares memories and photos of Everett streetscapes. |
| October
25, 2003 11:00am and 2:00pm tours, Saturday |
Evergreen Cemetary Tour | Meets at entrance north of the main entrance off Broadway Ave. | Wear your walking shoes and learn about the colorful history of the people who precede us all. Space is limited so meet early. All members and the public are welcome. |
| November 5,
2003 7:00pm |
Envisioning
the Everett Massacre Film preview and benefit |
2913 Colby Avenue
Tickets $20 - sponsored by the Everett Women's Film Festival Call Everett Historic Theatre box office at 425-259-6766 |
Remember this notorious event with filmmaker Denise Ohio's Verona: The Story of the Everett Massacre, a work in progress. Discussion following the film with Denise Ohio and local historians Margaret Riddle and David Dilgard from the Everett Public Library. |
| October 15,
2003 7:00pm |
History of the Everett Waterfront | 410 14th Street, Everett | David Dilgard, Everett City Historian, will present a mesmerizing slide show depicting the history of Evererr's waterfront, complete with all the fascinating details as only he can tell them. This sure to be an entertaining and educational evening. Bring a friend! |
| August
23, 2003 10:00am - 12:00pm |
Bayside Neighborhood Walking Tour | Starts at 2320 Rucker Avenue | An outdoor walking tour featured Bayside neighborhood historical homes in north Everett, on Rucker and Grand Avenues between 19th and 24th Streets. The tour ends at the Hartley House at 2320 Rucker Avenue for an interior tour of the mansion. Sponsored by Bayside Neighborhood. |
| July
24, 2003 7:00pm |
Downtown Everett's Historic Buildings | Meet at the corner of Hewitt Avenue & Rucker Avenue | Discover the history and architecture of downtown Everett and learn of the early building booms which put this city on the map. Bring your walking shoes, the tour lasts 2 hours. |
| August
2, 2003 2:00pm |
Historic Lowell Neighborhood Trolley Tour | Starts at Lowell Community Park | Historic places with markers show the way for those who enjoy a short walk through the old township or ride the old trolley with naration that brings the past to life. Historic displays at the Lowell Community Church. Sponsored by Historic Everett and the Lowell Civic Association. |
| May
28, 2003 7:30pm |
One of Ours: Young Scoop Jackson | Everett Library Auditorium | Video presentation presented by Bayside Neighborhood |
| February 25,
2003 1:00pm |
1st Annual Members Meeting | Everett Library Auditorium | Vote on Bylaws and Board of Directors |
| January 19,
2003 1:00pm |
Is My House Historic? | Everett Library Auditorium | Find out about your home and it's history. |
| October 26,
2002 11:00am and 2:00pm tours |
Famous Folks & Ancient Trees | Evergreen Cemetery on Broadway | |
| May 16, 2002 1:00pm |
Preserving
Our Sense of Place: Historic Preservation Victories in Everett |
Everett Library Auditorium |