Many of the quilts and coverlets in the museum’s collection have recorded histories attached to them, we know who made them and where and when they were constructed. For other examples, their stories have been lost to time, and we may never know how they came to be (though in some cases we can guess the general age or time period of construction). If you have these types of heirlooms, don’t forget to record their history. Use these tips to keep them in good condition for the continued enjoyment by future generations.

The women’s road to suffrage in Washington State moved slowly and suffered many setbacks. While the origin of the Women’s Rights movement is attributed to the 1848 Seneca Falls Convention in New York, smaller regional groups championed for women’s rights at the local level. Each state has its own story of the tireless leaders who campaigned to have the voices of women heard in matters outside of the home.

Have you ever wondered about the old graveyard next to Fort Walla Walla Museum? Staff is frequently asked about this old place, how old it is and who is buried there. Many want to know if it’s haunted. While we’ve never seen a ghost, we do have some other information to share.

Fort Walla Walla Museum staff continues to look to the museum’s archives for baking inspiration. Out of Franklin Boardman Morse’s circa 1912 journal, we’ve identified another recipe for testing: his chocolate potato cake.