May Preservation Month
2024 Featured Historic Building - The Washburn Cultural Center
The Washburn Heritage Association mission is to enrich the experience of living in our community by telling compelling stories and preserving the historic buildings and culture in the Washburn area.
Join us in May as we tell the story of the Washburn Cultural Center.
All Month
Self-guided walking/driving tour of historic buildings in Washburn. Look for the yellow signs. Tour maps available at the Washburn Library, Chamber of Commerce and Cultural Center.
Wednesday, May 1 at 11:30am
Proclamation by Mayor Mary Motiff
Location: Front steps of the Cultural Center
Saturday, May 11 at 11:00am
Family Activities: Kid’s Scavenger Hunt; Cannon Salute; Music
Location: Inside and around the Cultural Center
Thursday, May 16 at 6:30pm
Presentation: Washburn Cultural Center-Past, Present & Future
Presenters: Karen Maki, Richard Olson, & Steve Cotherman
Location: 3rd Floor of the Cultural Center
Friday, May 24 at Noon
Presentation: Certificate of Recognition for Preserving Heritage to John Sopiwnik, Owner of Hawkes Building
Location: Hawkes Building - 100 W. Bayfield St., Washburn