The Kitsap History Museum is excited to announce the opening of its newest exhibit, "Journey to Kitsap," which tells the story of immigration to the Kitsap Peninsula. This exhibit will explore the experiences of immigrants who came to Kitsap from around the world and across the country.
"Journey to Kitsap" features a variety of engaging personal stories, artifacts, and photographs from immigrants and their descendants. Visitors can learn about the challenges and triumphs of immigration, as well as the ways in which immigrant communities have shaped the Kitsap Peninsula.
"We're thrilled to share this important perspective of Kitsap's history with our community," said Jeanine Greco, Curator at the Kitsap History Museum. "Immigration has played a significant role in shaping our county, and we're excited to showcase the stories of those who have made Kitsap their home."
The exhibit also includes a section on immigration policy through history and its impact on immigrant communities. Visitors can explore the history of immigration laws and their impact on today’s demographic.
The grand public opening will begin at 5pm on Friday, April 7th at Kitsap History Museum, located at 280 Fourth Street in Bremerton. Curator Jeanine Greco will give a talk about the exhibit at 6pm.
The museum is open Thursday and Friday from 10am to 4pm, Saturday from Noon to 4pm.
Admission is free for all, and donations are welcome.
About the Kitsap History Museum:
The Kitsap History Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with the mission of connecting our community with each story. We carry out our mission by collecting, preserving, and sharing the diverse culture, heritage, and history of Kitsap County at the Kitsap History Museum in Downtown Bremerton and through our events, programs, and exhibits hosted outside of our museum, such as our Rural Heritage Building exhibits during the annual Kitsap County Fair.
