Redmond Historical Society Hosts Virtual Fundraiser
May 7th
Redmond, WA—May 7, 2021—Redmond
Historical Society, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to discovering,
providing, and preserving Redmond’s history, announces its first-ever Virtual
Fundraiser and Auction Friday, May 7th, 6:30 pm. The theme is “We Love Redmond.”
Funds
raised will go toward digitizing the Society’s collection of Sammamish
Valley News—a vital record of Redmond’s history—and preparing the Society’s
museum space in the Old Redmond Schoolhouse—its new (and old) home.
Since
1999, the Redmond Historical Society called the Old Redmond Schoolhouse its
home. However, since LWSD took over the historic building for repairs in 2018, the
Society was compelled to find another space, which a few local business owners were
happy to provide. “We’ve had a rather nomadic life, moving our offices and
Saturday Speaker Series to venues around town,” recalls President John Oftebro.
“Thanks to the City, we’re back in the Schoolhouse. However, we need the
support of our members and the greater community to move forward. Together, we
can galvanize the new space, and make our re-opening a celebration of Redmond’s
past, present, and future.”
Attendees will have the opportunity to bid on such items as a Patriotic
Picnic on 4th of July, an Italian feast, a day of crabbing and beachcombing,
baked goods, and other delights from local businesses. Featured will be
Auctioneer Troy McVicker. Speakers include John Oftebro, Society President, as
well as Redmond Poet Laureate Raúl Sánchez, and Society Vice President, Laura
Lee Bennett.
To register or
donate, visit charityauction.bid/LoveRedmondHistory. To volunteer or for
more info, contact the RHS office: Phone: 425-885-2919.