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 Will your organization be a part of Washington’s America250 commemoration? Next year is the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. To mark this event we are striving to plan a commemoration that will help all Washingtonians feel more connected to their history. Here are several ways that your organization can join us in creating a once in a generation opportunity for communities to come together to reflect on our shared past and imagine a future rooted in the common good.  Become an Official Partner It’s FREE and includes the following benefits: Your organization and a link to your website on our partners page; Ability to submit events and activities to our statewide calendar (coming soon); Use of the official Washington State America’s 250th logo and related materials; Access to templates, toolkits, and support to help you plan activities; Monthly partner newsletter with ideas, tips, and suggestions; Updates about special events and activities. JOIN HERE  Participate in Out of Many, One Out of Many, One is a coordinated exploration of the American experience through objects, images, and artwork from across Washington State. Museums are invited to partner with their communities to identify and exhibit an object, image, or artwork from their collection that reflects the American experience. The program is designed to help participating organizations engage with the public on Washington’s America250 themes, generate enthusiasm for local history, and broaden their audiences for future programming. You can learn more about this initiative HERE. Use the link below to let us know if your organization is planning to participate in Out of Many, One!INTEREST FORM  Host the Moments that Made US Exhibit Moments That Made US is a FREE, customizable, print-on-demand exhibition exploring the ideals at the heart of the Declaration of Independence through moments in our history that have defined their meaning. It does so in a user-friendly format that organizations can adapt, afford, and make their own. Learn more about the exhibit HERE. If your organization is considering using this resource as part of your America250 activities, please indicate your interest at the link below! INTEREST FORM “The Washington State Historical Society partners with our communities to explore how history connects us all.” |