Organized in 1972, the Whitman County Historical Society strives to preserve the history and cultural heritage of our region. To do this the society has developed programs designed to meet a variety of interests in the area. The society owns two museums, three historic buildings, publishes a newsletter and a historical journal, and maintains a growing archival collection. In addition, the Historical Society has a number of on going projects.

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Mission: To discover, collect, preserve, and disseminate knowledge about the history of Whitman County, not only to the residents of the County but also as it relates to its neighbors and the State of Washington.

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Officers and Board of Directors 

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Past-President: Greg Partch (Garfield)
President: Mark Clinton (Colfax)

Vice President: Jeff Pietila (Lacrosse)
Treasurer: Jon Anderson (Port Townsend)
Secretary: Janet Barstow (Palouse)

Board Members:

Theresa Dale, Thornton

Pat Flansburg, Palouse

Donna Potts, Pullman

Linda Hackbarth, Pullman

Krista Boyd, Colfax

Denise Mahnkey, Pullman

Kathy Meyer, Pullman

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Director: Valoree Hall-Gregory  Steptoe