Lacey Parks Events
From Ice Age to the 21st Century: A History of Thurston County
November 14 | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Lacey,
WA, USA
Hybrid Format: Come in person to Lacey City Hall, Council Chambers or join online. Registration required for online attendance only. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
Program Description
In this presentation, historian Drew Crooks will explore the fascinating history of Thurston County from far in the past to modern times. It is an exciting story full of surprises, conflicts, and compromises. Topics will include Ice Age geology, Native American heritage, American settlement in the mid-19th century, development of towns and farms, labor unrest, Great Depression, World War II, post-war expansion, and more recent developments.
Speaker
Drew Crooks received a Bachelor’s degree in history and anthropology and a master’s degree in museum studies from the University of Washington. For over 35 years he has worked with various museums in South Puget Sound, written numerous articles and five books on the region’s heritage, and presented history talks to school classes and community groups.