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Welcome to the Snohomish Historical Society

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Discover the History of Snohomish

Founded in 1969, the Snohomish Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the stories of the city's early days and its residents. Our headquarters, the historic Blackman House Museum, built in 1878, offers a glimpse into the past with authentic period furnishings, artifacts, and exhibits that celebrate Snohomish's rich heritage.

The Museum is open most Sundays, 12-3 p.m. Learn more about the pioneering Blackman family, whose contributions to the logging industry shaped the city. This is one of very few historic house museums in the Pacific Northwest.

In addition to maintaining a vast archive, the Society also hosts events, educational programs, and tours that bring Snohomish's past to life. We invite you to be part of the ongoing story by supporting our mission to protect and celebrate local history.

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Visit Blackman House Museum

Step inside the Blackman House Museum and experience the story of Snohomish through its rooms, objects, and people. This space authentically captures 19th-century furnishings and lifestyle of the Pacific Northwest.

Open to visitors during scheduled hours, with tours and seasonal programming available throughout the year.

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Support Our Work

Preserve Snohomish history for future generations. Your support keeps the museum, archives, and community programs running.

  • Become a member to enjoy benefits and help sustain our work

  • Make a donation to support preservation projects

  • Sign up as a volunteer and play an active role in keeping local history alive.

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What’s On

Explore upcoming events, talks, and special programs at the museum and in the wider community.

From seasonal open days and walking tours to local history talks and exhibitions, there’s always something happening for all ages and interests.

UPCOMING EVENTS
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Keep local history alive

Your support helps preserve our shared history for generations to come.

Donations directly contribute to ongoing Blackman House restoration projects and the preservation of our historical collections, including rare photographs, documents, and artifacts. By supporting our efforts, our history is kept alive and accessible to all.

We appreciate your generosity and look forward to continuing to share the history of our community in new and exciting ways.

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