Walk amongst the dead and discover the rich tapestry of history and heritage on our walking tours of Forest Cemetery. Nestled in the heart of the city, these cemeteries are more than just resting places—they’re living museums where history and nature converge.

Our guided tours offer an immersive journey through time, highlighting the stories of notable figures and local legends from the good to the bad to the ugly. Tours are 1.5 hours long and take place by flashlight Friday nights at 8:30 pm.

Step beyond the headstones of Forest Cemetery and uncover the lives of those who shaped our community. This guided tour will introduce you to notable men and women, from pioneers and civic leaders to unsung heroes. Hear chilling tales of murder, greed, and mystery, along with the fascinating stories of everyday individuals whose lives left a lasting impact. 

As we walk among the graves, we’ll bring history to life with tales of triumph, tragedy, and the legacy left behind.

COST: $20  To get tickets for this event go to their website. LInk is listed below.

Phone    2086643448

Email  programs@museumni.org 

website: CLICK HERE 

Please refer to the flyer for information.  If you have questions contact

 Doug Jonas Chapter President, Spokane #1,

Sons of the American Revolution

(509) 868-8327

happycamper@startmail.com

TICKETS AVAILABLE AUGUST 27, 2025  COST: $25

For information and details on how to register and pay for this event - CLICK HERE

This year's presentation will be “ Antoine Plante”

Silent Auction, raffle, refreshments

Burns’s 12-hour documentary about our national origin story is landing in the middle of a culture war. This is a six-part 12 Episode Event.

THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION examines how America’s founding turned the world upside-down.

Thirteen British colonies on the Atlantic Coast rose in rebellion, won their independence, and established a new form of government that radically reshaped the continent and inspired centuries of democratic movements around the globe.

An expansive look at the virtues and contradictions of the war and the birth of the United States of America, the film follows dozens of figures from a wide variety of backgrounds. Through their individual stories, viewers experience the war through the memories of the men and women who experienced it: the rank-and-file Continental soldiers and American militiamen (some of them teenagers), Patriot political and military leaders, British Army officers, American Loyalists, Native soldiers and civilians, enslaved and free African Americans, German soldiers in the British service, French and Spanish allies, and various civilians living in North America, Loyalist as well as Patriot, including many made refugees by the war. 

To read the full press release click here 

"Farm to Table" or "Frisch vom Hof" relating to our German from Russia cultural heritage.

 We will examine some of the many aspects of farming through generations and the varied culinary delights and comfort foods fresh from the fields and gardens to our tables. 

 We have a unique German from Russia heritage we carry where ever we cultivate the soil and sit down at the table.

Brent Mai, Richard Scheuerman and other great presenters will offer intriguing insights.

 WHO: This conference is to gather those with ties to the Pacific Northwest and early German from Russia settlers to this area of the US and Canada. We attempt in every way to make this accessible and affordable. There is limited space so "Mach schnell" NOTE: We will again have a silent auction to help offset expenses. Please consider what you can contribute.

For those who have not yet sent in your registration, please reply via this email or postal mail received Monday, March 23rd for Banquet reservations. Conference registrations without banquet may register up till conference. AHSGR Leavenworth Spring Conference April 27 & 28 2026 @ The Bavarian Lodge Monday April 27th  and Tuesday April 28 th  2026.

We are excited to again offer this opportunity to gather in Washington’s Bavarian Village to celebrate our German from Russia Heritage. We are fortunate to have Richard Scheuerman, Brent Mai, Larissa Zeiler, Mike Lust, and others joining us.

Limited number of attendees, so register now. -- Priority Registration – until March 1st

$160 per person - Includes 2 day Conference and Banquet Monday

$85 per person – 2 day conference only – no meal

Number attending:    _____  total amount _______________

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*** Mail checks payable to Marie Carroll 14125 Kellogg Lake Rd Sultan, WA 98294 We can accept Zelle payments via ahsgr_wa@yahoo.com  

Sorry, we are not able to accept Credit Cards A block of rooms have been reserved. Rates beginning at $199 plus tax with the group code #8246 are available now through 3/26/2026.    

Free room cancellation 14 days prior to arrival. Note:  Full breakfast included. Non-guest may purchase breakfast and arrange parking at hotel front desk. Call the Bavarian Lodge directly to reserve your room and ask any questions about the facilities. Phone 1-888-717-7878

More  Information click on this link

Cheney Mayfest will be Friday evening May 8th for a street dance (6-10 pm) 

Saturday, May 9th (10am - 4pm) for plenty of family activities. 

Cheney Museum  will have a booth on Saturday.

This will be the 13th year for Mayfest! It has grown to be quite a regional event. 

If you are in the local area, I hope you will join us.

FOR DETAILS PLEASE CLICK HERE

EWGS Members are invited  to  join a Planning Meeting for the Discvoery Day Event.

This event takes place in April 2027.  Your help is needed to make this event the best ever!!

For more information please contact: Donna Potter Phillips @ Donna243@gmail.com