Contact Zachary Sokolik Telephone 253.858.6722 Email marketing@harborhistorymuseum.org Website www.harborhistorymuseum.org MEDIA RELEASE September 13, 2018 >From arrival to avalon: The story of the skansie shipbuilding company at harbor history museum “Crafting of an American Dream” on Wednesday, September 19, 2018 Gig Harbor, WA – Humanities in the Harbor, a monthly lecture series that explores unique and engaging topics for the Gig Harbor community, will continue on September 19, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. as Nathan Patrick visits Harbor History Museum to discuss the Skansie Shipbuilding Company. The Skansie name is synonymous with quality and craftsmanship. Over two-hundred wooden vessels were launched from the ways of the Skansie shipyard between 1912 and 1959. These vessels kept the harbor running, fisherman filling their holds, and people traveling throughout the sound. The success of the Skansie Ship Building Co. is a testament to what can be accomplished through hard work, human ingenuity, and community. >From Peter Skansie’s arrival in Gig Harbor to what remains of its structures today, Nathan Patrick will present the history of the Skansie Shipbuilding Co. and a detailed history of the purse seiner, Avalon. Humanities in the Harbor is held at Harbor History Museum, 4121 Harborview Drive, Gig Harbor, WA 98332. Admission is FREE for Harbor History Museum members and $5 for Non-Members. Tickets can be purchased online on the Museum's Buy Tickets<http://harborhistorymuseum.org/buy-tickets/> page or by calling 253-858-6722; tickets may also be purchased at the door. Questions and inquiries may be directed to Zachary Sokolik, Marketing & Events Coordinator at Harbor History Museum at marketing@harborhistorymuseum.org<mailto:marketing@harborhistorymuseum.org>. ### Image credits: “Skansie Shipbuilding Company” – Harbor History Museum Collection #Bb-016-MV About Harbor History Museum: Harbor History Museum creates opportunities to experience the heritage of the greater Gig Harbor communities by collecting, preserving, and sharing the rich history of the area. Our vision is to be the cornerstone that provides a gathering place and a sense of identity for our community. Founded in 1964, the Gig Harbor Peninsula Historical Society dba Harbor History Museum opened its new facility in 2010. The museum campus includes an 1893 fully restored one-room school house; a 65-foot fishing vessel currently under restoration; 7,000 square feet of exhibition space; and a 900-square foot library, research and meeting room. The Museum provides a variety of public education programs. Our core educational program is the Pioneer School Experience (PSE), which serves over 1,400 students every year. Led by a trained “School Marm,” the children experience a pioneer school classroom complete with lessons, recitations, music, recess, and lunch. Our permanent exhibit features professionally designed exhibitions, larger-than-life experiences, and opportunities for hands-on exploration of our region’s rich history and unique heritage. Artifacts, video kiosks, hands-on exhibits, computer interactives, and a small theater bring Peninsula history to life in our permanent galleries. In addition, the Museum provides 3-5 special exhibits throughout the year so there is always something new to see and experience for our members and visitors. WINTER HOURS (Jan. – April) — Wednesdays–Fridays 10 am–5 pm, Saturdays 10 am–4 pm. SUMMER HOURS (May – Nov.) — Tuesdays–Saturdays 10 am–5 pm, Sundays 1 pm–5 pm. ADMISSION – Complimentary Admission for all visitors courtesy of the City of Gig Harbor. CONTACT – 253-858-6722, www.HarborHistoryMuseum.org, Marketing@HarborHistoryMuseum.org Zachary Sokolik | Marketing & Events Coordinator [1492535243651_image001.png] marketing@harborhistorymuseum.org<mailto:alphilddd@harborhistorymuseum.org> 4121 Harborview Drive Gig Harbor, WA 98332 253-858-6722 ext. 5