Online Lecture: New Land North of the Columbia — Seeing Washington History

The land we now call Washington was originally Native ground and water. After the arrival of newcomers, Washington Territory was separated from Oregon Territory in 1853 and finally became a state in 1889. Join historian Dr. Lorraine McConaghy as she traces that history into the 21st century, showcasing a selection of vibrant documents drawn from museums, libraries and historical societies across the state. Explore Washington’s past thematically through maps, advertisements, postcards, political cartoons, newspaper articles and more, allowing you to see, not just hear, the state's remarkable history.

Your online lecture will take place live over the course of 1-2 hours. All times are listed in the EASTERN time zone. If you live in a different time zone, please adjust your schedule accordingly. This live online experience uses Zoom Webinar, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. You will receive a confirmation email when you enroll, and a reminder email one week and one day before, as well as the morning of the event with a link and instructions on how to tune in. You will not be pictured on screen during the lecture, but you will have the opportunity to ask the instructor live questions using the Q&A box. Unless otherwise noted, all those who enroll in this program receive access to the live event as well as a recording of the lecture that you can watch any time within the two weeks following the live event.