A historical marker in Vancouver, Wash., celebrates the “civilization of Washington,” by white explorers, erasing the presence of Indigenous people who lived in the area for thousands of years.

The Washington State Historical Society began taking a closer look at its markers in 2020, identifying 42 as potentially problematic. Most commemorate white settlement and were placed by a handful ...

During the closure, the museum and Washington State Historical Society will continue supporting research requests and business operations.

Washington State Historical Society began taking a closer look at its markers in 2020, identifying 42 as potentially problematic. Most commemorate white settlement and were placed by a handful of ...

"The time has come for something new in the Great Hall,” said Washington State Historical Society director Jennifer Saunders. "The existing Pioneer Town exhibition has been seen by hundreds of ...