Field trips are a great way to reboot a bad homeschooling week, get out of the house when everyone has cabin fever, and learn about your local area. Before heading out, check out Jeanne's tips for improving homeschool field trips.
Our listing of Washington field trips for homeschoolers is ordered alphabetically by city. If you would like to submit a Washington field trip destination, you may do so using the red button above.
Mount St. Helens National Volcanic MonumentAmboy
At 8:32 Sunday morning, May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens erupted. Shaken by an earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale, the north face of this tall symmetrical mountain collapsed in a massive rock debris avalanche. Nearly 230 square miles of forest was blown down or buried beneath volcanic deposits. At the same time a mushroom-shaped column of ash rose thousands of feet skyward and drifted downwind, turning day into night as dark, gray ash fell over eastern Washington and beyond. The eruption lasted 9 hours, but Mount St. Helens and the surrounding landscape were dramatically changed within moments. In 1982, the President and Congress created the 110,000-acre National Volcanic Monument for research, recreation, and education. Inside the Monument, the environment is left to respond naturally to the disturbance.
Mount Rainier National ParkAshford
Ascending to 14,410 feet above sea level, Mount Rainier stands as an icon in the Washington landscape. An active volcano, Mount Rainier is the most glaciated peak in the contiguous U.S.A., spawning five major rivers.
Bainbridge Island Museum of ArtBainbridge Island
Bainbridge Island Museum of Art (BIMA) is pleased to offer a fully subsidized Field Trip Program for teachers and students in grades K-12 throughout the Puget Sound region. All aspects of the Field Trip, including pre-visit, transportation to and from BIMA, docent-led gallery visit, and art project, are FREE of charge, underwritten by BIMA and funded 100% through grants, sponsorships, and BIMA's fundraising events and donors. BIMA Field Trips can be tailored to support learning requirements. Docent tour leaders are trained in Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS), and Teaching Artists are practicing artists with a special focus on education. Exhibits at BIMA feature the contemporary art and craft of the Puget Sound region. Our exhibits are designed to engage diverse interests and age groups. Field Trips are typically offered Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10 am-12 pm. Each two-hour visit includes a guided tour in the gallery and a hands-on art activity designed to support learning about the exhibits and to develop deep looking, critical thinking, and to foster a community of learning and confidence. Lunch may be eaten in the classroom after the field trip, and an optional extended art project may be scheduled as well. These options are also free of charge, but must be scheduled at the time that the field trip is requested.
Fort Ward State ParkBainbridge Island
In 1903, Fort Ward was officially commissioned as a seacoast fort with the primary objective of protecting the Bremerton Naval Shipyard. Two gun batteries are located in the park. During World War II, the navy used the fort as a radio station and training school for communication personnel and installed a submarine net across Rich Passage. In 1958, the navy decommissioned the fort, and State Parks purchased Fort Ward in 1960.
KidsQuest Children's MuseumBellevue
Enjoy hours of delight and discovery at this innovative hands-on museum for children and families designed to engage kids from infancy to age ten. KidsQuest is a unique place for fun and exploration. Art, science, technology and daily life experiences are integrated in world-class exhibits with strong ties to the Pacific Northwest.
Peace Arch State ParkBlaine
Peace Arch State Park is a 20-acre day-use park commemorating treaties and agreements that arose from the war of 1812. The park celebrates the unguarded United States/Canadian border that stretches from the Strait of Juan de Fuca to the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia. The park features horticultural exhibitions and the giant, commemorative, concrete arch that straddles the border of the two nations. More than 20,000 flowers are planted annually on the grounds. The park offers magnificent views of Point Roberts and Vancouver Island. The countries co-maintain the monument.
Fort Okanogan Interpretive CenterBrewster
The Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center is located east of Brewster, Washington, on the Colville Indian Reservation. It sits on a high bluff above the Columbia River, overlooking the remains of the two Fort Okanogans (1811, c.1830) as well as the river delta. The Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center was dedicated on August 27, 1960, and interprets the history of the Fort Okanogan Trading post, which operated from 1811-1860. Fort Okanogan was the first official Euro-American trading post in the north-central Washington area and was the first site in the future state that would raise the American flag.
Mount St. Helens Visitor Center at Silver LakeCastle Rock
Visitors may enjoy a variety of interpretive displays that set the scene for all the visitor centers at Mount St. Helens. There are comprehensive presentations on the cultural and historical significance of the area, a chronology of events leading up to the volcanic blast on May 18, 1980, local geology, and the re-growth and recovery of the area in the years since the eruption. Displays include several interactive exhibits, life-size manikins, a large, step-in model of the volcano and a working seismograph. Theater programs are offered twice an hour. Outdoors, visitors can explore Silver Lake via a mile-long trail, including boardwalks over wetlands where a variety of migratory waterfowl may be viewed at different times of the year.
Fort Columbia State ParkChinook
Fort Columbia State Park is considered one of the most intact historic coastal defense sites in the U.S. The park offers a self-guided interpretive historic walk with information on various fort features and site history. Interpretive panels near the gun batteries include historic photos and blueprints. The Interpretive Center focuses on Fort Columbia’s history, including the topics of early exploration, fur trade and westward settlement.
Ape Cave Interpretive SiteCougar
Explore a chilly, pitch-black lava tube over two miles long. A short, paved, accessible trail beneath towering trees leads to a stairwell into the cave. The ¾ mile, one-way lower cave route is relatively easy and family friendly. For the more adventurous, the 1.5 mile upper cave route leads to a climb up an eight foot rock wall and scramble over rock piles, then an exit and a 1.5 mile above ground hike back to the parking lot. Ape Cave is the third longest lava tube (2.5 miles long) in North America. Both cave and interpretive center are open seasonally, May 18 through October 31, and reservations are required.
Sun Lakes-Dry Falls State ParkCoulee City
Dry Falls is one of the great geological wonders of North America. Carved by Ice Age floods that long ago disappeared, the former waterfall is now a stark cliff, 400 feet high and 3.5 miles wide. In its heyday, the waterfall was four times the size of Niagara Falls. Today it overlooks a desert oasis filled with lakes and abundant wildlife. The park and the interesting exhibits at Dry Falls Visitor Center offer many opportunities for people to learn about this unusual landscape. Special programs, hikes, talks, and classroom visits are available.
Fort Casey State ParkCoupeville
Step back in time at Fort Casey Historical State Park. Ignite your curiosity in the historic military batteries and 1903 lighthouse, with its own interpretive center and gift shop. Climb the lighthouse tower and learn the history of lighthouses from park docents. Lighthouse entry is monitored by staff and volunteers due to the space available. The tower is limited to 5 visitors or one family group at a time.
Fort Ebey State ParkCoupeville
This park is great for history buffs and adventurists alike. The park's concrete gun emplacements and underground rooms are great for exploration. Don't forget your headlamp or flashlight.
Olmstead Place State ParkEllensburg
Olmstead Place demonstrates homesteader family life, farming history and equipment. Walk the grounds or book a tour to experience life in the late-19th century. Along Coleman Creek, the Altapes Interpretive Trail makes a short but informative trail between one end of the park to the other. You can see once-used farm equipment, Seaton school house, original cabin, the Smith's house and barns. Interpretive panels are throughout the park for self-guided tours. Schedule a tour for free for school or group field trips and public tours. Learn the story of the Olmstead-Smith family through an indoor tour that may include the 1875 log cabin, the Smith House Museum and/or the hay barn. Outdoor tour themes can include historic, natural or cultural topics. Highlights include:
- Homesteading, gardening, and agriculture in Kittitas Valley.
- Coleman Creek, ecology,y and local wildlife and plants.
- Changes in culture, family, and lifestyle between 1875 to the 1960s.
South Whidbey Island State ParkFreeland
Learn about this floating forest and its unique ecosystem through interpretive hikes and field trips. For more information email the park at CentralWhidbeyInterpretation@parks.wa.gov.
San Juan Island National Historical ParkFriday Harbor
San Juan Island is well known for splendid vistas, saltwater shore, quiet woodlands and orca whales. But it was also here in 1859 that the United States and Great Britain nearly went to war over a dead pig. The website offers historical information about the Pig War for those who cannot visit in person.
Lime Kiln PointFriday Harbor
Set on a rocky cliff at the west end of San Juan Island, Lime Kiln Point is considered one of the best whale-watching spots on earth. Catch a glimpse from a viewpoint or the lighthouse. Lime Kiln Point offers opportunities to view sea life, including orcas, gray whales, porpoises, and more from spring through fall. Peak viewing times depend on salmon migration. Stop by the Lime Kiln Point Interpretive Center, a converted Coast Guard garage, to view interpretive displays and learn about resident and transient whale pods. The center is open 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily, from about Memorial Day to Labor Day. The center also features the history of lime mining in the old lime kiln, where the park gets its name. Take a walk on the self-guided interpretive trail, open all year. Interpreters are available for lighthouse tours, guided walks, and marine mammal programs from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Goldendale Observatory State ParkGoldendale
Goldendale Observatory State Park, set in the hills above the Columbia River, houses one of the nation's largest public telescopes. All visitors must make an appointment before visiting. Unscheduled visitors and large groups will be turned away. Goldendale Observatory is known for informative science programs and vivid starry skies. By day, enjoy panoramic views of stunning scenery from all corners of the park. Within the historic observatory domes and expansive new classroom, afternoon and evening visitors can explore all the deep sky has to offer. Live telescope views are offered during all programs (weather permitting). The Goldendale Observatory will be closed for part of January 2025 during facility and equipment upgrades. Please consult the normal reservation calendar for available dates and times. As always, no drop-in visits, please. Campus gates will be locked during closure. January 2025 programs will be limited to brief facility tours with no telescope viewing nor live interpretation. Normal operations resume on Saturday, February 1st, 2025.
Mount Pilchuck State ParkGranite Falls
Stop by the Summit Visitor Center for displays that focus on the geology and ecology of the San Juan Islands, Salish inhabitants and the Civilian Conservation Corps, as well as a gift shop operated by Friends of Moran volunteers. The observation tower at Mount Constitution tells the story of Robert Moran and the architecture of the iconic tower.
The Polson MuseumHoquiam
Grays Harbor's Premier History Museum with seventeen rooms of exhibits, including thousands of artifacts, documents, and photos. Exhibits include historic exhibits in the sports room, children's room, period costume room, and stairway gallery. In the dining room, they feature Native artifacts — elsewhere an extensive China display, Polson family exhibit, and remodeled 1920s period kitchen.
Leavenworth Nutcracker MuseumLeavenworth
Displaying well over 6,000 nutcrackers originating from over 40 countries.
Columbia Hills State ParkLyle
Horsethief Lake section of Columbia Hills Historical State Park is a National Historic Site. Go on a self-guided petroglyph and pictograph viewing at the Temani Pesh-Wa display which is open during daylight hours April-Oct. This display is not part of the She Who Watches tour. Tsagaglalal ("She Who Watches") is open to the public by reserved tour only - guests without a reservation will not be able to see this park feature. Individual and group tours are available. Tours must be booked in advance and fill up quickly, so reserve your spot several weeks in advance.
Crawford State ParkMetaline Falls
Crawford State Park is a 49-acre, forested day-use park featuring Gardner Cave, the third longest limestone cavern in Washington. This tourable cave is filled with stalactites, stalagmites, rimstone pools and flow stone. Reservations are required for tours.
Lewis & Clark National Historic TrailMulti-state
The Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail winds nearly 4,900 miles through the homelands of more than 60 Tribal nations. It follows the historic outbound and inbound routes of the Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1803-1806 from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the Pacific Ocean.
Nez Perce National Historic TrailMulti-state
The Nez Perce (Nimiipuu or Nee-Me-Poo) National Historic Trail stretches from Wallowa Lake, Oregon, to the Bear Paw Battlefield near Chinook, Montana. It was added to the National Trails System by Congress as a National Historic Trail in 1986. The 1877 flight of the Nez Perce from their homelands while pursued by U.S. Army Generals Howard, Sturgis, and Miles, is one of the most fascinating and sorrowful events in Western U.S. history. Chief Joseph, Chief Looking Glass, Chief White Bird, Chief Ollokot, Chief Lean Elk, and others led nearly 750 Nez Perce men, women, and children and twice that many horses over 1,170 miles through the mountains, on a trip that lasted from June to October of 1877.
Lewis and Clark National Historical ParkMulti-state
The Park is made up of 12 park sites located on a 40-mile stretch of the Pacific coast from Long Beach, WA to Cannon Beach, OR. Visit the sites in any order you wish; we recommend starting at Fort Clatsop or the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center at Cape Disappointment. Both offer rangers, gift shops and exhibits on the region.
Riverside State ParkNine Mile Falls
Spokane House Interpretive Center in Nine Mile Falls explores the history of the early fur trade in the area and local Native American culture. It is located on the site of a traditional gathering place for the Spokane Tribe, as well as the first permanent Euro-American settlement in Washington State, an 1810 fur trade post. Visitors can learn more about this unique place through an exterior mural and a marked archaeological site adjacent to the facility. The interpretive center is open Saturdays through Mondays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., May 1 through Sept. 30, and by appointment year-round. A short self-guided interpretive trail explains the history of gathering food and trading along the Spokane River. A trail also leads to the Peavine Jimmy Barn, one of the oldest structures in Spokane County, and beyond to the confluence with the Little Spokane River.
Fort Flagler State ParkNordland
Offering unparalleled views of the Olympic and Cascade mountains and Puget Sound, this historic fort features many of the original military buildings used at Fort Flagler during the turn of the 20th century including gun batteries, noncommissioned officers' quarters and the hospital building. Explore Fort Flagler’s Museum, featuring displays about the fort and military life at the turn of the 20th century. This state park museum is free to visit, though donations are greatly appreciated. Families, be sure to ask the volunteer host about a scavenger hunt. Interested in learning more about the historical sites around the park? Join a volunteer-led walking tour offered April-August to learn more about historical fort operations and what life was like for the soldiers that once lived here. Visit the museum for more information or keep an eye on the Upcoming Events Calendar for the dates and times of the Historical Hospital Tour, Historical Gun Emplacement Tours, and more! Group tours available by advance request.
Osoyoos Lake State Veteran's Memorial ParkOroville
Osoyoos Lake State Veteran's Memorial Park is a 47-acre camping park on a 14-mile-long lake that stretches several miles north into British Columbia. Located in the midst of a hot and arid environment, the park provides welcome respite with its sandy shores, green lawns and shade trees. A war veteran's memorial is in the park.
Sacajawea Interpretive CenterPasco
On May 14, 1804, the Lewis and Clark Expedition left Camp Dubois (Illinois) and headed west into half a continent of land largely unmapped and unknown to people of the United States and Europe. As the Corps of Discovery set out, no one realized the journey ahead would cover more than 7,500 miles and last almost two and half years. On Oct. 16, 1805, the Expedition arrived at the confluence of the Snake and Columbia rivers, the site of today's Sacajawea State Park. They camped here for two nights, hunting, repairing equipment and meeting some 200 Sahaptin-speaking Indians in the area. The Sacajawea State Park and Interpretive Center features the Lewis and Clark Room which tells the remarkable story of these early explorers. The exhibits highlight their activities at this site and the role of their interpreter, Sacagawea.
Lower Granite Lock and DamPomeroy
Guided ranger-led tours are available at Lower Granite Lock and Dam. The dam includes a visitor center, powerhouse, juvenile and adult fish passage systems, and a navigation lock. Tours can be customized depending on the age and interests of visitors.
Sound Experience SailingPort Townsend
Sound Experience programs are hands-on 3-5 hour day experiences and 3-6 day voyages that encourage young people to become sailors and stewards. Students connect history to today's relevant issues affecting our waterways and oceans. They learn about the role of plankton, the problem of micro-plastics and how our daily actions can make a difference. When you join us on a sail, your group will take part in an active learning and working voyage. On board Adventuress, students are able to experience how community, nature, culture and infrastructure all interact and shape each other.
Fort Worden State ParkPort Townsend
Get a glimpse into the life of an officer and their family during the 1900s at the Commanding Officer's Quarters (COQ) Museum. This three-story, Fort Worden State Park Museum is free to visit, though donations are greatly appreciated! The Rothschild House in Port Townsend is co-managed by the Jefferson County Historical Society and Washington State Parks and is open from April to September for tours. Learn about the weapons and fortifications that defended the Puget Sound from the late 1800s through World War II at the Coast Artillery Museum. Fort Worden houses a natural history museum and aquarium that are part of the Port Townsend Marine Science Center. Group tours available by advance request.
Rockport State ParkRockport
Rockport State Park is a 670-acre camping park in an ancient forest. The old growth was never logged, and the entire ecosystem remains in place, creating a rare, natural forest with a canopy so dense that minimal sunlight penetrates to the ground. The park stands at the foot of Sauk Mountain, which has an elevation of 5,400 feet and a steep but climbable trail to the top.
Steptoe BattlefieldRosalia
Steptoe Battlefield is a four-acre, day-use park in Rosalia. This is the site on May 17, 1858, where Lt. Col. E.J. Steptoe led 159 American soldiers in a running fight with a large band of Spokane, Palouse and Coeur D'Alene Native Americans. The American soldiers beat off a series of attacks until night halted the battle. With ammunition almost gone and facing disaster, Lt. Col. Steptoe and his men retreated with their wounded and under the cover of darkness to Fort Walla Walla. The monument erected in 1914 commemorates the 1858 battle where Steptoe's troops made their final stand. Interpretive panels tell the story of the battle and escape of the U.S. Army soldiers.
Seattle Shakespeare Company Student MatineesSeattle
Live theater is an exceptional way to make literature and the arts immediate for your students, and classical plays bring the past to life before their eyes. Our productions can satisfy Washington State EALRs in Reading, Writing, Communications, Social Studies, and Arts. Student matinees begin at 10:30 a.m. at either the Intiman Playhouse or Center Theatre.
Seattle Art MuseumSeattle
The Seattle Art Museum (SAM) is an art museum located in Seattle, Washington, USA. It maintains three major facilities: its main museum in downtown Seattle; the Seattle Asian Art Museum (SAAM) in Volunteer Park on Capitol Hill, and the Olympic Sculpture Park on the central Seattle waterfront.
Henry Art GallerySeattle
The Henry Art Gallery engages diverse audiences in the powerful experience of artistic invention and serves as a catalyst for the creation of new work that inspires and challenges. Exhibitions, collections, and public programs stimulate research and teaching at the University of Washington, provide a creative wellspring for artists, students, and educators, and reveal a record of modern artistic inquiry from the advent of photography in the mid-19th century to the multidisciplinary art and design of the 21st century.
Pacific Science CenterSeattle
Enhance your homeschool science curriculum with a day of hands-on exploration at Pacific Science Center. Discover hundreds of innovative and interactive permanent exhibits that make science fun and engaging for kids of all ages. Learn healthy habits at Professor Wellbody's Academy of Health & Wellness, take a stroll through the Tropical Butterfly House, meet our family of naked mole rats and much more. Now is the time to inspire your homeschoolers' lifelong interest in science, mathematics and technology.
Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American ExperienceSeattle
The Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience is dedicated to immersing people in uniquely-American stories of survival, success, struggle, conflict, compassion and hope. The Museum is in the heart of Seattle's vibrant Chinatown-International District, and includes the very hotel where countless immigrants first found a home, a meal and refuge. As our nation's only museum devoted to the Asian Pacific American experience, it's one of the few places that can truly give you a new perspective on what it means to be American. The Wing is a Smithsonian Affiliate, a partnership with the Smithsonian Institution.
Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience website
Museum of History & IndustrySeattle
MOHAI is dedicated to enriching lives by preserving, sharing and teaching the diverse history of Seattle, the Puget Sound region and the nation.
Burke Museum of Natural History and CultureSeattle
Open daily, the Burke Museum welcomes all visitors who are curious about the natural wonders of Washington state, the Pacific Northwest, and the Pacific Rim.
Klondike Gold Rush International Historical ParkSeattle
"Gold!" read the headlines in July of 1897. After years of struggling through a depression, the people of the nation were intrigued by the possibility of riches. Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park preserves the story of the 1897-98 stampede to the Yukon gold fields and Seattle's role in this event. The park offers a glimpse at the stories of adventure and hardship of the gold rush.
Woodland Park ZooSeattle
Woodland Park Zoo saves wildlife and inspires everyone to make conservation a priority in their lives.
Seattle Children's TheatreSeattle
Seattle Children's Theatre is one of the most prominent theatres for young audiences in the United States and the world. They present several productions per year, and families can simply attend a show or explore the educational options available. They also offer homeschool productions, sensory-friendly performances, and multiple accessibility options, including specific masked performances to support immunocompromised guests.
Swan's Trail FarmSnohomish
We are host to the thousands of school children who come to learn about Washington through our educational Washington State Corn Maze. Younger students can know the thrill of picking a pumpkin grown here at the farm and experiencing a bit of farm life. Open seasonally, June through October.
Thomas Family FarmSnohomish
The Thomas Family Farm offers families an interactive mining experience. Open throughout the fall, the farm also offers pumpkin and corn maze packages. Open seasonally. Check website for dates.
Northwest Museum of Art and CultureSpokane
The Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture collects art, artifacts and primary source material in three disciplines: Regional History, Fine Art, and American Indian and other cultures. The collections include over 68,000 objects representing fine art and material culture from the Americas, Europe, and Asia.
Spokane Children's TheatreSpokane
Share the love of theater with students of all ages. Spokane Children's Theatre offers school day field trip performances for each show of our season at a reduced rate. Experiencing live theatre encourages students to read, develop critical and creative thinking, and be curious about the world around them. Discounted Tickets: $8/student and $10/adult, with 1 free adult ticket for every 10 student tickets purchased.
Northwest Trek Wildlife ParkTacoma
"Since 1975, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park has been the best place to see native Northwest wildlife. But we're also dedicated to conserving that wildlife for our planet. We've been recognized for over 25 years of high standards by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums. And we protect wild habitats with earth-friendly practices."
Tacoma Art MuseumTacoma
Tacoma Art Museum was founded by a group of volunteers in 1935 and has since grown to become a national model for regional, mid-sized museum. The museum is dedicated to exhibiting and collecting Northwest art, with the mission of connecting people through art. The museum's permanent collection includes the premier collection of Dale Chihuly's glass artwork on permanent public display.
Children's Museum of TacomaTacoma
The Children's Museum of Tacoma offers a range of permanent play spaces and rotating exhibits that foster the power of play in the a life-long journey of learning. Hands-on exhibits allow children to test their independence and gain self-confidence through the arts, sciences and creative play while presenting adults and parents with the tools to understand and support the children in their lives.
Museum of GlassTacoma
All glass, all the time. Housed in a striking building distinguished by its iconic 90-foot-high cone, the Museum of Glass features ongoing glassblowing demonstrations in the Hot Shop Amphitheater, where visitors learn about the creative challenges of working with molten glass. The 13,000 square feet of gallery space is dedicated to changing exhibitions of works executed in glass. A hands-on art studio is available for visitors of all ages, our theater shows a variety of films on artists who work in glass, and the Museum Store offers a large selection of glass objects.
Washington State History MuseumTacoma
The Washington State History Museum is where fascination and FUN come together! People of all ages can explore and be entertained in an environment where characters from Washington's past speak about their lives. Through interactive exhibits, theatrical storytelling, high-tech displays and dramatic artifacts, learn about our state's unique people and places, as well as their impact on the country and the world.
Early American Encampment at Wilkowski ParkThurston County
A family-friendly weekend of engaging Revolutionary War era military demonstrations, fife and drum music, and an 18th century living history camp at Wilkowski Park in Rainier, WA. Entertaining and educational activities for the whole family. Learn how an 18th century cannon is fired- then see it happen! Watch the infantry regiments drill and fire their muskets! Study 18th century replica maps with the HMS Chatham. Talk with Patriot and Loyalist civilians in camp. Listen to battle-ready songs of the Columbia Fife & Drum. See how life was lived in the Revolutionary War Era. 9am-5pm on Saturday and 9am-3pm on Sunday. No fee to attend.
Okanogan Highlands Lavender FarmTonasket
An Educational Eco farm located on barker mountain near Tonasket Washington. We invite students of all ages to come and learn about Lavender, how it is grown and the uses for it. We also love to share information and workshops about renewable energy, sustainable farming, homesteading and different crafts. Summer planting workshops for kids 5 and up! We can share our curriculum for each age group. Early Childhood, Middle school and high school 1 day itineraries available upon request. Reservations required.
Spring Creek Hatchery State ParkUnderwood
Interpretive programs and self-guided tours are available at the adjacent Spring Creek National Fish Hatchery from 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. weekdays and on select weekends during spawning seasons.
Fort Vancouver National Historic SiteVancouver
"The Grand Emporium of the Company's Trade" - Nestled snugly today in the Vancouver/Portland metropolitan area and enveloped by its highway, rail, air, and maritime commercial networks, Fort Vancouver is a gem of a park whose story as an economic and cultural center - told, in part, through engaging programs and a world-class archaeology collection - fascinatingly portends that of the modern-day Pacific Northwest.
Clark County Historical MuseumVancouver
The Clark County Historical Society is dedicated to the collection, preservation, and interpretation of the cultural history of Clark County and the Pacific Northwest, and to sponsoring educational programs and exhibits for the enrichment of all members of the public.
Ginkgo Petrified Forest State ParkVantage
Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park is a 7,470-acre park with year-round camping at Wanapum recreational area. The park features 27,000 feet of freshwater shoreline on the Wanapum Reservoir on the Columbia River. Petrified wood was discovered in the region in the early 1930s, which led to creation of the park as a national historic preserve. It is regarded as one of the most unusual fossil forests in the world.
Whitman Mission National Historic SiteWalla Walla
The 1847 Whitman "Massacre" horrified Americans and impacted the lives of the peoples of the Columbia Plateau for decades afterwards. Was killing the Whitmans justified legal retribution, an act of revenge, or some combination of both?The circumstances that surround this tragic event resonate with modern issues of cultural interaction and differing perspectives.
Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural CenterWenatchee
Explore North Central Washington's heritage from the Ice Age to the present day in our historic, landmark facility. Discover the rich diversity of the region's arts, sciences and people through our exhibits and programs. Enjoy rotating art shows, including works by local artists, as well as art by our area's native residents. Create your own arts and crafts at our family events or join us for history tours, lectures, films and other cultural programs throughout the year.
Fort Simcoe State ParkWhite Swan
Fort Simcoe State Park is a 200-acre, day-use heritage park in south central Washington on the Yakama Indian Nation Reservation. The park is primarily an interpretive effort, telling the story of mid-19th century army life and providing insights into the lifeways of local Native American culture. Located in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains in an old oak grove watered by natural springs, Fort Simcoe was an 1850's-era military installation established to keep peace between the settlers and the Indians. Due to its unique historic significance, the park was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in June, 1974. Before the fort era, the site was an Indian campground where many trails crossed.
