We are Thankful for Your Support!

Happy Thanksgiving from the KCHM! Planning to visit us this holiday weekend? Be sure to check out our special hours so you don’t miss us! Wednesday, November 23rd   |   Open 10am – 4pmThursday, November 24th (Thanksgiving)   |    CLOSEDFriday, November 25th   |   Open 1pm – 7pmSaturday, November 26th   |   Open 10am – 4pmSunday, November 27th   |   Open 10am […]

Our NEW Scavenger Hunt is Here!

The Hunt is On! The Kittitas County Historical Museum is excited to announce that our brand-new scavenger hunt has begun! This fun new hunt will take you throughout downtown Ellensburg in search of historic photographs hidden within local businesses. This free activity serves as a way to introduce participants to some of our community’s wonderful shops, galleries, […]

Fall Fun at the Kittitas County Historical Museum

Upcoming in August As we prepare for Ellensburg’s highly anticipated autumn events—which you can read more about below—we invite you to visit the Kittitas County Historical Museum to explore our featured fall exhibits! The upcoming season brings all-new exhibits and updated displays, which will debut during the First Friday Art Walk each month. In September, […]

Coming Soon to the Kittitas County Historical Museum

Upcoming in August Make plans to join us in August to explore our featured exhibits, which have been updated by our interns and will debut at our First Friday Art Walk on August 5th, 5-7pm! Ana Ohman has updated our agricultural display to include more about horse history in Kittitas County, including adding different saddle and […]

Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays! From all of us here at the Kittitas County Historical Museum, we wish you a very happy holiday season. We hope you are able to enjoy time with family and friends and take part in your favorite traditions together. We invite you to visit us over the holidays to begin a new tradition and enjoy […]

A holly, jolly, history-filled holiday!

A holly, jolly, history-filled holiday! They say the past is a present, and we can’t agree more! Gift your family and friends a fun day out in downtown Ellensburg this season and visit us at the Kittitas County Historical Museum to check out what’s new. Scroll down to learn more about what’s happening now at […]

New Year, New Lecture Series!

New Year, New Lecture Series! We have tons of fun in store for you at the Kittitas County Historical Museum this year, and we’re kicking it all off with an exclusive sneak preview of our Evening Lecture Series! As one of our VIP Visitors, we want to extend a special invitation for you to join us and learn from […]

Put Some Spring In Your Step!

Put Some Spring In Your Step! Plan a visit to the Kittitas County Historical Museum for tons of fun this season as we celebrate new events, historical holidays, and more! Featured Exhibit Women’s History Month Every March, we celebrate National Women’s History Month and honor the notable women of Kittitas County. Visit during this special […]

Step Into the Past This Season!

Step Into the Past This Season! The sun is shining, flowers are blooming, and Ellensburg’s historic downtown is more charming than ever! With plenty of exciting events coming to the Kittitas County Historical Museum this season, we invite you to visit us for a fun spring outing and to embark on a journey through the […]

A NEW Scavenger Hunt

Summer Fun at the Museum! Whether you stop by during the Ellensburg Farmers Market, after a morning on the Yakima River, or before an evening out downtown, we invite you to add the Kittitas County Historical Museum to your summer itinerary! Explore the fascinating history of our county, partake in fun upcoming events, and even […]