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Upcoming Events

History Through Stories Returns!

Starting July 10th at 10:30 AM

Free with paid admission and free for members.

Summer Sundays

Starting May 31st

Save the Date: Museum Day on August 8th!

$2.50 all day! 10am - 5pm | August 8, 2026

Coffee with the Curator

Member Exclusive!

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These narratives weave a vibrant tapestry of traditions that promote unity, lifelong connections, and a sense of belonging.

Quinceañera

Featured Exhibit

Bringing to life the stories of Latinas’ 15th birthday celebrations. Showcasing the transformative power of the traditions that shape families and our community.

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William O. Douglas Legacy Project

Learn more about the man who grew up in Yakima and went on to be the longest-serving US Supreme Court Justice in history.
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DIGITAL ARCHIVE

History at Your Fingertips

The Yakima Memory Project is a cooperative effort between the Yakima Valley Regional Library and the Yakima Valley Museum. Here you will find digitized photographs, historical texts, memorabilia & ephemera, maps, and many more items of historical and cultural significance.

New & Noteworthy

History Through Stories Returns!

Starting July 10th at 10:30 AM

New Exhibit: Moments That Made Us

Member's Preview starting June 25th, 2026 at 5:00PM. Open to the public on June 26th at 10:00am.

2025 Annual Report

We conserve our stories to inspire our community, learn from our past, celebrate our present, and guide our future.