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Thu 14 May

Explore & Play: Historical Hospital Open House

Fort Flagler Historical State Park

*Due to unexpected construction work on the hospital, this opportunity is currently not available. Once we have a timeline for the work, dates of operation will be updated.

Did you know that the hospital was not only used for treating the sick, but also for playing games? Have you ever wondered what the inside of Fort Flagler's Historical Hospital looks like? Well, come explore and wonder no more!
Thu 14 May

Goldendale Observatory Solar and Night Program Reservations

Goldendale Observatory State Park Heritage Site

Tour the sky at Goldendale Observatory State Park! Spend the afternoon learning about the sun with our Solar Program. Or come late and learn about the stars through one of the world's largest public telescopes at our spectacular Night Program.
Fri 15 May

Gardner Cave Tour at Crawford State Park Heritage Site

Crawford State Park Heritage Site

Join Washington State Parks interpretive staff for an hour-long tour of Gardner Cave at Crawford State Park Heritage Site
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