Historic Monroe WA

Historic Monroe WA Monroe, WA & Sky Valley History Logging, trains, agriculture and rivers are all symbols of Monroe, Washington’s history.

There are many memorable people and documented events of the area since the mid-1800s. We'll occasionally share historical information about Monroe and other Sky Valley areas including Tualco, Sultan, Startup, Gold Bar, Index, Baring, Skykomish, Steven's Pass and even historical sites like Wellington, Old Mill Town and the Iron Goat Trail. These areas were instrumental to the successful settlement

of Monroe. Feel free to add stories and pictures (people love old pictures) but please give reference where they came from. Welcome! -Teresa Willard, Lifelong History Enthusiast

Today, on Memorial Day, we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
05/25/2026

Today, on Memorial Day, we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

05/22/2026

To all the apple pie bakers out there... Get ready to bake your finest! The Monroe Historical Society is celebrating America 250 with an apple pie baking contest on Wednesday, June 10 at the Monroe Farmer's Market.

Here are the deets:
1) Bring your homemade pie in an 8-9" disposable pie tin to our historical society tent at the Farmer's Market between 3 and 3:30 p.m. at Galaxy Theatre.
2) Our discerning judges will taste test your pie and award a 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winner. Crusts and filling must be homemade.
3) Each entry must include a recipe and your name and contact information. Amateur bakers only, please.
4) Entries will be judged on appearance, creativity, flavor, and quality of crust.
5) Winners will be announced at 5 p.m. at the Farmer's Market.

Thank you society members Loren and Pat Kraetz for your recent and extremely generous contribution to the Monroe Histori...
05/18/2026

Thank you society members Loren and Pat Kraetz for your recent and extremely generous contribution to the Monroe Historical Society. We appreciate all members and the annual dues they pay to keep our organization running and our museum free. Please consider joining our ranks. A single membership is only $20 a year; family membership is only $35, and a lifetime membership is $250. All tax deductible. Thank you!

Seven teams battled it out last night vying for the trivia title at the Monroe Historical Society's Route 2 fundraiser. ...
05/14/2026

Seven teams battled it out last night vying for the trivia title at the Monroe Historical Society's Route 2 fundraiser. From Ben Franklin's suggestion of the turkey as our national bird, to the meaning of "e pluribus unum," we learned a lot, laughed a lot and celebrated all things American! The winning team was Blue Skin Nelson with 39 points, followed by a tie for second between the Gimmels and 250 Shades of Freedom, a team of City of Monroe employees and friends. The winners of the best team name contest? The Monroe Doctrine, comprised of regular trivia players Glen & Meg King and Gayle Labuguen. Trivia Master Jamie Peterson did a fabulous job, and we appreciate the support from the community and our friends at Route 2 Taproom who donate a portion of the evening's proceeds to our nonprofit. If you have a choice for dinner and drinks, please patronize this business. They care about Monroe!

Tonight! We want YOU to come to American history trivia at 6 p.m. at Route 2 Taproom. Bring your family and smart friend...
05/13/2026

Tonight! We want YOU to come to American history trivia at 6 p.m. at Route 2 Taproom. Bring your family and smart friends and see how much you know about your country. Wear your best Americana outfits and celebrate America's 250th birthday for a good cause... the Monroe Historical Society!

Calling all history buffs! Monroe Historical Society American 250 Trivia Night is coming up next Wednesday, May 13 at Ro...
05/05/2026

Calling all history buffs! Monroe Historical Society American 250 Trivia Night is coming up next Wednesday, May 13 at Route 2 Taproom. We've come up with some challenging questions for you about American history and the Revolutionary War, so let's see how you do! A percentage of your food and drink orders goes to support our museum. Form a team of 6 or less and come play at 6 p.m. This is an all-ages event. Here's an easy one for you: Who said "Give me liberty, or give me death!?"

How much do you know about the Boston Tea Party? Or the American Revolution? Test your memory of U.S. history on Wednesd...
04/28/2026

How much do you know about the Boston Tea Party? Or the American Revolution? Test your memory of U.S. history on Wednesday, May 13 at 6 p.m. when the Monroe Historical Society presents America 250 Trivia at Route 2 Taproom. This fun all-ages event will give you and your team a chance to strut your stuff as the most knowledgeable residents in all of Monroe! The Boston Tea Party took place on Dec. 16, 1773. Colonists famously protested taxation without representation by dressing up as Native Americans to dump tea imported by the British East India Company into the harbor. Bonus if you know how much tea was tossed overboard and its value at the time.

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Monroe, WA
98272

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