CREHST

A View from Space

Patty — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 19:21:28 +0000

SEE THE WORLD FROM A SATELLITE’S PERSPECTIVE IN A VIEW FROM SPACE

Since the launch of the world’s first artificial satellite Sputnik in 1957, satellites have dramatically changed the way we study our planet. A View from Space, a new, bilingual (Spanish and English), highly interactive, hands-on science exhibit, will allow visitors to see the world from a satellite’s perspective. They can track a hurricane from space, send a satellite spinning into orbit around a model Earth, study incredible images of our planet captured by NASA’s Earth Observing System, and more. A View from Space includes numerous hands-on activity sections such as the Satellite Activity Area. This area encourages families to learn about space and satellites together through creative, open-ended play and exploration. The area features a drawing station with satellite stencils, a free-play activity table with space-themed toys, and a reading area. A posting board lets visitors to display their artwork and allows educators to share the latest news from NASA’s Earth observing satellites. Other hands on areas include “Satellite Orbit”, where with the turn of crank visitors send a satellite spinning around a rotating model Earth while an ultraviolet light from the satellite leaves a phosphorescent trail, painting a clear picture of the satellite’s path. This offers a dramatic demonstration of how satellites orbit the Earth and capture images of the entire planet. A View From Space also allows visitors a look in to the importance of satellites and how they help keep track of environmental and seasonal changes. Visitors can spin a praxinoscope and see an entire year of North America satellite data compressed into a few seconds of animation. Complex patterns of change are suddenly revealed as visitors watch cycles of drought, snow accumulation and vegetation growth across the continent. Visitors can also learn what satellites can tell us about the way human population growth and resource use are changing the Earth’s lands, oceans and climate. Three rotating cubes, featuring modern and historic satellite images, illustrate some of the important environmental changes that NASA’s satellites are tracking from space. As visitors turn the cubes, they watch the city of Las Vegas expand, the forests of Brazil shrink, and the Antarctic ozone hole grow. These are just some of the many areas visitors can enjoy in this educational and inspiring exhibit as they learn more about those mysterious “eyes in the skies.”

This exhibit would not have been possible without the generous sponsorship from Washington River Protection Solutions. A View From Space was created and is toured by the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, Portland, Oregon. The exhibit was made possible with funds provided by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. (NASA).

Christmas Wishes

Patty — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 17:00:46 +0000

Spring Swing 2013

Derek — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 16:50:08 +0000

Join us inside the April 13, 2013 and experience the elegance and magic of the 1930s while supporting a valuable community asset.

This year we will travel back to a time when radio was king, movies full of glamor, and Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers were the rage.

By the 1930s money was scarce because of the depression, so people did what they could to make their lives happy. Movies were hot, parlor games and board games were popular. People gathered around radios to listen to the Yankees. Young people danced to the big bands. Franklin Roosevelt

Help support CREHST Museum by attending its Annual Fundraiser inside the Pasco Red Lion main ballroom!

Featuring University of Idaho’s Lionel Hampton School of Music’s Jazz Band.

April 13, 2013, 6:15-11 p.m.

Plated Dinner, No-Host Bar, Dancing, & Silent Auction.

CREHST Members – $60

Non-Members – $70

Tickets are now available!

Reservations accepted for tables of 8 & 10.
To reserve tables or tickets call 509-943-9000 or 1-877-789-9935

Night at CREHST Museum 2013

Dena — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 19:10:17 +0000

Everything comes to life at CREHST’s annual Night at the CREHST Museum! You never know who you’ll meet: Albert Einstein, Isaac Newton, David Thompson, Sacajawea or Rosie the Riveter! No matter who you encounter, you’re sure to have a great time!

In 2007 Ben Stiller and Robin Williams starred in the Night at the Museum movie. In the movie the museum came alive after hours and the security guard has quite a time maintaining order!

CREHST presents our version of The Night @ the CREHST Museum on February 22, 2013 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Actors will represent people from our exhibits; dressing, acting, and responding to questions just as if they are those people from the past!

Night at the Museum – $5 Prior to the Event $7 at the event – Buy Now!

Department 56 Snow Village

admin — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 17:39:11 +0000

CREHST MUSEUM RECEIVES UNIQUE DONATION

(Richland, WA) – The CREHST Museum recently acquired a large scale donation of approximately 160 sets (consisting of one or more items) of a privately owned Department 56 “Snow Village” collection. The Department 56 brand began with the “Snow Village” collection of six houses in 1976. The collection donated by local residents Gary and Brenda Schuhmacher consists of 48 retired buildings and many retired accessories. Some Snow Village establishments in the collection are KBRR-TV, WSNO-Radio, the Spam Museum, Starbucks, Krispy Kreme, fire station, Harley Davidson shop, Coca Cola bottling plant, a winery, Campbell Soup Counter, to name a few. The approximate value of the complete collection is $7,000.

The collection will be on display from November 16, 2012 – January 10, 2013. During the exhibit’s display, visitors may place silent auction bids to purchase one or more sets. Only bids that meet the minimum bid amount will be considered and winning bidders will be contacted beginning January 10, 2013.

Cruise Line

Patty — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 17:24:11 +0000

Iron Lung

Patty — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 20:27:00 +0000

In honor of World Polio Day on October 24, the Tri-Cities Rotary clubs will have an Iron Lung on display inside the CREHST Museum.

The iron lung was once a symbol of a dreaded disease known as polio that causes paralysis and is sometimes fatal. Every summer until the mid-1950s, health providers feared an outbreak which could cause great damage to defenseless infants and children. Iron lungs are full-body respirators that provide a mechanical means of breathing. As there is no cure, the best protection is prevention. To raise awareness and funds for the global push to end polio, Tri-Cities Rotary clubs are providing the opportunity to see an historical Iron Lung and discuss the status and impact of public health with regard to this disease, immunization, and vaccinations. The Iron Lung will be on display at the Columbia River Exhibition of History, Science, and Technology (CREHST) museum October 18 through October 25. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday Saturday and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.

In addition, the Pasco-Kennewick Rotary Club will feature Benton-Franklin Health District (BFHD) Health Officer Dr. Amy Person discussing public health and immunizations at its weekly club meeting on October 24, at 12:00 p.m., at Leos Catering in Kennewick. Interested individuals can contact a member (www .PKRotary .org ) to attend.

Rotary is an organization of business and professional leaders united worldwide to provide humanitarian service and help to build goodwill and peace in the world. It is comprised of 1.2 million members working in more than 34,000 clubs in 200 countries and geographic regions.

For more information visit local club websites through links at www .tricitiesrotary .org, or Rotary International at www .rotary .org and www .endpolionow .org

Self-Guided Walking Tours

Patty — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 20:20:06 +0000

Walking Tour of WWII Era Alphabet Homes

This historical walk begins and ends at the CREHST Museum. Purchase the Walking Tour of WWII Era Alphabet Homes for $5 inside our gift shop, then take a short 1.9 mile walk to view the different ABC homes. Use the booklet to identify what alphabet designated home you are viewing

Historic Richland Walking Tour

Pick up a free brochure inside CREHST Museum and enjoy a walk through the City of Richland’s Arts & Entertainment District.

For additional information call (509) 943-9000

Steve Buckingham

admin — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 20:19:03 +0000

Steve Buckingham on his work as a Chemist at Hanford

Joan Sherwood

admin — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 20:11:36 +0000

Joan Sherwood Talks about her experiences of living in Early Richland