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The Salmon Run 5k/10k celebrates the life cycle of our favorite anadromous fish! Register before April 9 to guarantee a t-shirt! 5k - $20 10k -$25
A complex story, Wolves in Washington State examines the unique history of wolves in our state, from their importance to Pacific Northwest Native American culture to the state’s new wolf management plan. Wolves in Washington State was organized by the Burke Museum, University of Washington, in consultation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Ani-Wa'ya: Stories of the Wolf People. Crit Callebs, a Cherokee traditional storyteller, will share ancient stories involving wolves. Dean Hall Lobby, 5:30 p.m.
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Current Exhibits
Where there's Smoke... Living with Fire
October 2, 2013 - March 22, 2014
Wh
ere there's Smoke explores the impact that fire has on our lives and our landscapes. Featuring current research on ancient fires, stunning photographs of the Taylor Bridge Fire, and artifacts from the human history of fire, this exhibit touches on many aspects of how humans and the environment live with fire.
The Wenas Creek Mammoth
Ongoing - Dean Hall Lobby
Thousands of years ago, a m
ammoth was buried in the hillside near the Wenas Creek in Selah, WA. In 2005, its remains were discovered and a team from Central Washington University, headed by Pat Lubinski, began the careful process of removing the bones from the hillside. The Wenas Creek Mammoth exhibit in the MCE lobby and Window On Central display exhibit explores what the team found and what they have found out about the mammoth. The exhibit features real mammoth bones in the display case.
ammoth was buried in the hillside near the Wenas Creek in Selah, WA. In 2005, its remains were discovered and a team from Central Washington University, headed by Pat Lubinski, began the careful process of removing the bones from the hillside. The Wenas Creek Mammoth exhibit in the MCE lobby and Window On Central display exhibit explores what the team found and what they have found out about the mammoth. The exhibit features real mammoth bones in the display case.
News
Panel At CWU Museum Weighs In On Wolves
February 20, 2014 Ellensburg, WA — Chances of spotting a wolf in the state of Washington are growi
Relations Between Neanderthals And Early Modern Humans Discussed At CWU MuseumFebruary 6, 2013 Ellensburg, WA — Ever wonder if you have a little Neanderthal in you? Joe Lorenz,
Museum Welcomes Wolf ExhibitWolves in Washington State Joins Where There’s Smoke at MCE CWU museum features Wolves in Washingt
