The Washington Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (SHPO) is in the beginning stages of designing a heritage education program. Currently, the SHPO provides materials on historic architecture, National Register properties, and community history in Washington.

Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation
P.O. Box 48343
Olympia, WA  98504-8343
(360)-586-6125
FAX (360)-586-0250

The Washington State Historical Society is considered the leader in heritage education in Washington. Publications and teacher workshops dealing with oral history, historic documents, community history, genealogy, objects and artifacts, and historic sites are available to teachers. Their web site may be reached at

Washington State Historical Society
1911 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA  98402-3109
(206)-272-3500