Silver Lake tour on Saturday July 12

On July 12 at 3:00pm the Silver Lake neighborhood group, SLAC, will hold a history walk starting at Hauge Homestead Park. The free walk is being held in conjunction with their Silver Lake Potluck Picnic which starts at 1:00pm; just bring something tasty to share if you want to join in. See you at the south end park rain or shine--the shelter has been reserved tor the event!

What is your favorite downtown restaurant?

Send us an email telling us what good eats are available locally and supporting historic buildings in downtown Everett. We will place entries in a random selection each month to recieve a gift certificate from one of those fine eateries! Include the name of cafe and the building or location and submit your name at info@HistoricEverett.org. We will be putting together a guide supporting downtown eateries that support local historic buildings with their business.

In 1901 the Everett Theatre, designed by architect Charles Bebb, opened as one of 12 theatres in the City of Everett. Everett was the theatre center of the Northwest at that time. After a fire destroyed most of the theatre in 1923. Only the north, east and south walls were retained when it was rebuilt in 1924. The newer design with buff brick and terra cotta was from architect F. Leather. Several remodels including those in 1952 and 1979 followed, but it basically the 1924 building that stands at 2911 Colby Avenue today.
 
The Everett Theatre is a 106 year old historic theatre, fully remodeled, with seating for 834, which produces and co-produces contemporary and classic theatre, as well as, community events and rentals. With a full schedule of productions and rentals they provide a place for over 300 community volunteers to practice their craft and to participate in all aspects of the theatre experience.
 
The Everett Theatre is a vital piece of the arts revitalization of the downtown Everett corridor including ArtSpace, the Explore Children's Museum, and the upcoming County Museum at the Carnegie Library Building. It is a busy, exciting place for the community to gather, show their talent and volunteer their time. It is on the Washington State Register of Historical Places. Shown here in the 1920's courtesy the Everett Public Library. (Look for more info about the Everett Theatre including a tour inside during our Downtown Walking Tour on June 12th.)

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SPECIAL TOPICS

Brief History of Everett

Historic Register Properties

Everett Timeline Chronology

Collins Casket Factory building

Howard S. Wright Project Home

Is Your House Historic?
Historic Register Workshop
This two-part presentation will help owners learn how to find their home or building's history, what resources are available. Then learn what steps to take to list on the Everett Historic Register and the advantages of restoring your property.
Wed. July 16, 6:30pm
Free to public & members
Everett Public Library auditorium

Out of Town Series: Mukilteo
Learn about the wonderful history of the city and it's pioneers. David Dilgard shares a slide show and then guides us for a walk thru the lighthouse and then to the cemetery.
Sat. August 16, 10:00am
$12 public, $8 members
Rose Hill Community Center, Room 102
304 Lincoln Ave.
(Last year the Out of Town Series took us to discover Tulalip history and the year before we toured downtown Snohomish.)

Historic Home Tour
Stroll though Everett's grand old residences to enjoy the interior woodwork, classic style and furnishings.
Bring a friend or family member and make it a day to remember!
Sat. Sept 13,10:00am-4:00pm
$15 public, $10 members
Purchase tickets in advance at Matheson's Kitchen Shop. Home guide booklets available day of event at VanValey House at 2130 Colby Ave.

Board joined by Jason Smith
In May the Historic Everett board of trustees voted to add Jason Smith to the organization who resides in north Everett. Shirley Small had resigned due to illness and will be missed for her wit, humor, and endless contributions to the group.

Historic Everett Theatre needs support to stay open
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
EVERETT -- The Everett Theatre is in the midst of a campaign to raise $75,000. That's money the theater needs to get it through the summer. But the big-picture reality is that without the money, the 107-year-old theater will close.

Historic preservationists push for new park
Monday, February 4, 2008
EVERETT -- On the surface, the trash-strewn foot of Hewitt Avenue near Port Gardner is too humdrum these days to attract much attention. Yet if the red brick road there could talk, passersby would learn the area holds a special place in Everett's history.