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The society meets the second Wednesday of every month to discuss and plan for the preservation…

Giving January 6, 2012 at 06:41 pm

Curran House Named To State Historic Register

The house is designed by noted Tacoma architect Robert Price and is located at the city's…

Entertainment July 18, 2011 at 01:36 am

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Curran House Named To National Register of Historic Places

The designation for the 1950's-era house makes it eligible for federal grants and other…

Government March 26, 2012 at 07:57 am

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University Place Tour of Gardens Tickets Now Available

The annual University Place Tour of Gardens is Saturday, June 8, and Sunday, 9, 2013.

House & Home May 20, 2013 at 12:47 pm

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A Model for Sustainability: Adapting Old Buildings to New…

On November 18th the Washington State Historical Society will host a case study of three…

Schools September 30, 2010 at 02:36 am

Home and Garden Tour 2012

The University Place Historical Society sponsored HOME AND GARDEN TOUR 2012 happens Sunday,…

Giving June 9, 2012 at 11:42 am

Renowned Steam Train To Roll Through University Place On…

The SP 4449 was built in 1941 and pulled coaches between Los Angeles and San Francisco, then…

Around Town June 27, 2011 at 04:23 am

University Place Historical Society Home and Garden Tour…

UPHS announces its 2012 Home and Garden Tour to be held on Sunday, June 10, 2012 from 1 p.m.…

Howard and Barbara Lee's Blog May 10, 2012 at 01:48 pm

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Sharing Memories: Veteran’s Day at the History Museum

Commemorate Veteran’s Day by reading aloud recollections written by or about military…

Entertainment November 9, 2011 at 07:37 am

University Place History Captured in Book Written by Retired…

Longtime University Place resident and retired teacher Arne Handleland has finished his story…

Entertainment February 22, 2013 at 08:44 pm

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Longtime University Place Librarian Cindy Bonaro has Retired

Last year, she was named University Place's "Volunteer of the Year."

Volunteering February 6, 2012 at 01:57 pm

Thank You University Place Historical Society Home and…

A successful first Home and Garden Tour has come to a close. Thanks everyone for a job well…

Howard and Barbara Lee's Blog June 11, 2012 at 03:44 pm

KOBAYASHI HOUSE? What Should Its Future Be?

The future of the city owned house on Leach Creek is again in question. We ask you, Patch…

Government September 23, 2012 at 07:46 am

THE LIST: The History Tour

Are you a history buff? Appreciate our local heritage? Want to learn something new about our…

Business July 28, 2011 at 08:28 pm

Patch Users Capture Images Of Steam Engine At Chambers Creek…

After we put out word that the SP 4449 would be making its way through Chambers Creek…

Around Town June 27, 2011 at 05:32 am

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Patch's List Of Closures For Presidents' Day

The holiday honors U.S. presidents, especially George Washington. Many government offices are…

Government February 21, 2011 at 04:38 am

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Island Prison Makes 'Endangered' List

McNeil group sees to preserve its captive history.

Government May 31, 2011 at 01:53 am

Dance Theatre Northwest Offers FREE Dance Performances in…

Dance Theatre Northwest continues community outreach through FREE and open to the public "Arts…

Melanie Kirk-Stauffer's Blog May 8, 2013 at 02:03 pm

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Tacoma Cemetery Living History Tour Provides Glimpse Into…

This week, re-enactors portrayed famous figures from the region's past. Their words offered an…

Around Town July 27, 2012 at 04:23 pm

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Skateboarding and changing the Law

We're skating, changing rules and inviting everyone to be a part of it. An event June 21 in…

Ben Warner's Blog May 16, 2011 at 04:00 pm

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Tacoma PTA Celebrates 100 Years of Local Service

For Patch readers who grew up in neighboring Tacoma, that community's PTA will celebrate a…

Around Town January 9, 2011 at 05:16 pm

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Get Out: Weekend Planner July 29-31

Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars, restaurants and shops to explore.

Top News July 28, 2011 at 01:00 pm

Mom's Escape: Local Salon Offers Far More Than A Great…

Tacoma's urban chic and fun Azarra Salon and Wine offers great hair styling and care, spa…

Around Town March 2, 2011 at 07:13 pm

THE LIST: Five Things to Help You Love Fall (Part Two)

The official beginning of the fall season is tomorrow. Patch brings you Part Two of things to…

Entertainment September 23, 2011 at 11:38 am

Q&A with Newly Retired University Place Librarian Cindy…

The community's longtime bookworm, who began her career with the Pierce County Library System…

Volunteering February 14, 2012 at 06:40 am