Historical Museum

Visit the exhibit  “Wick Peth: “The Original Rodeo Bullfighter” and the History of Rodeo in Skagit County" now until March 2nd, 2025 at the Skagit County Historical Museum located at 501 South 4th St. in La Conner. Learn how world-renowned Wick Peth was a pioneer in professional rodeo bullfighting. He elevated the sport with skill, athleticism, courage, and finesse while protecting bull riders.

Join us for a fun time for a great cause at our annual fundraiser on Saturday, November 2 from 5:30 to 8pm at Maple Hall in La Conner. 

Emcees are Dan Berentson and Maynard Axelson, music provided by Mike in the Morning. This year we’ll have five raffle prizes and three live auction items. Dinner is provided by Brando’s BBQ and there’ll be a dessert dash.

Here are some details about each raffle prizes:

1. Ladies’ Night at the School House: Ladies’ Night for up to 12 women at the historic Skagit City School including a Paint and Sip with local artist, Kelly Hawkins. The Museum will provide the materials, drinks, and snacks.

2. Getaway to Sekiu: Explore beautiful Clallam Bay with our 2nd raffled prize- A 2-night getaway at the Tides Inn in Sekiu along with wine and a dinner gift certificate.

3. Saddle Stand:  Hand-crafted saddle stand made by Mike Stewart along with an autographed photo of Wick Peth and Donnie Gay– autographed by Donnie!

4. Best of Skagit:  Items from places like Bread Farm, Tulip Festival, Cairnsprings, Mike & Jeanne’s Berries, Cedarbrook Studio, Christianson’s – and much more!

5. Gift Card Bonanza:  Gift cards from Skagit businesses – Stowes, Train Wreck Bar & Grill, Oliver Hammer, Christianson’s – and many, many more!

Raffle tickets are $10 each and can be purchased from any Board of Trustees members or by calling the Museum at 360 466 3365. You don’t need to be present to win, but we’d love to see you at the party on November 2nd!

The Live Auction items include a sport ticket bundle with 4 Everett Silvertips tickets including dinner and hotel, a getaway weekend at the Vista House (courtesy of Matt Iverson) in Sekiu with a gift basket and a $100 gift card, and finally, a birthday party for 30 @ Skagit City School with the Museum providing the cake and decorations.

Event tickets are $50 each or a table of 8 for $375.  You can purchase your tickets on-line or at the Museum.  To purchase on-line just use this QR Code:

For more information, please contact the Museum at 360 466 3365. Thank you for supporting The Skagit County Historical Museum.

We are looking for a Youth Education Coordinator [Job Description]  To apply, send resume and cover letter describing your qualifications for the position to jwolfe@co.skagit.wa.us.

Calling all Artists and Creators of all Skill Levels and Ages!
“Everyone’s A Critic” will be an interactive art competition and exhibit hosted by the Skagit County Historical Museum. All ages, skill levels, and mediums are encouraged to participate. All submissions (space allowing) will be displayed in an exhibit at the museum throughout the summer of 2025. Throughout the exhibit there will be three rounds of voting by the public and by a panel of judges to determine the winners. The winner of the competition will be announced at SCHM’s Fall Fundraiser that will take place on November 1st, 2025, at Maple Hall in La Conner. The winning pieces from each age group will be entered into the museum’s permanent collection and will be featured in the museum’s quarterly newsletter.
All who vote will be entered to win free admission for a family of 4 to the museum!

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Come with your family, come with your friends and check out our small but mighty museum that is dedicated to preserving and presenting Skagit history for all people for all time. Help us reach our goal of growing our membership to 500!

Here are some details about becoming a member:

Membership entitles you to a full year for free admission and special privileges:

-Discounted pricing on Special Events
-Free admission to our Topics at the School series
-Subscription to and recognition in our Quarterly Newsletter
-10% discount at the Museum Store
-Vote at the Annual Membership Meeting
-Time Travelers membership-offering discounts to over 300 historical museums

Membership tiers with annual dues:

• Educator/ Student $25
• Individual Membership $35
• Family Membership $50
• Explorer Membership $100
  -Free admission for 2 adults plus 4 guest passes
  -10% discount on reprints of historic photographs
• Pioneer $250
  -Free admission for 2 adults plus 6 guest passes
  -10% discount on reprints of historic photographs
  -Special group tour for 10 people
• Founder $500
  -Four membership cards and 8 guest passes
  -$25 gift certificate for SCHM published historical books
• Visionary $1000
  -Six membership cards and 10 guest passes
  -$50 gift certificate for SCHM published historical books

Want to be a part of preserving and sharing history? How about teaching children history through games and interactive displays? Or are you more organized and willing to research artifacts from long ago? If so, we have an interesting opportunity for you. Spend some time with our curators, collections specialist at the museum and socialize at special events hosted throughout Skagit County.

We are flexible and offer projects from one day per week to one day per month. Although our museum is open to the public Thursday – Sunday, our friendly volunteers show up a variety of days and times. Complete the form below and expect a follow-up email from us to schedule a quick telephone interview.

• Volunteer Application

Skagit County Historical Museum Education Program
Location: Skagit City School 17508 Moore Rd. Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Skagit City School Experience available Monday-Friday between 9:30am and 3:00pm, by appointment only.

Event generally lasts 4.5 hours including sack lunch break (bring your own lunch).

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