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Kitsap Through Time

From fire and ice to the present day

Travel through 50 million years of Kitsap County history, from glaciers and the First Peoples to mill towns, the Navy Yard, World War II and today, with photographs from our collection.

Fire & Ice First Peoples 1792 1853 1891 1941 Today

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Upcoming Events

The Kitsap History Museum hosts and takes part in many events throughout the year. Review our upcoming events here.

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History Uncorked: cryptids of the pacific northwest

Events, History UnCorked

Thanks to everyone who joined us on October 22! A recording is coming soon to our Event Recordings page. At the Kitsap History Museum, October 22, 7 pm Just in time for Halloween, join us at Kitsap History Museum on October 22 for History UnCorked: Cryptids of the...

2nd Saturday Kids’ Day

Events, Second Saturday Kids Day

October 10 2nd Saturday Kids' Day: Goofy Pumpkin Magnets! A little goofy, a little spooky, and a whole lot of fun! Join us at Kitsap History Museum on Saturday, October 10, from 11 am–4 pm for 2nd Saturday Kids’ Day. This month, grade-school kids can get creative...

History Uncorked

Events, History UnCorked, Posts

At the Kitsap History Museum, September 24, 7 pm How did 3D printing move from an experimental technology to something people can use at home? A 3D-printed object is only the beginning. Join us for History UnCorked as local maker Beverly Jewett shares how she uses...

2nd Saturday Kids’ Day

Events, Second Saturday Kids Day, Uncategorized

September 12 2nd Saturday Kids' Day: Night Owls! Whooo’s ready for a fun day at the Museum? Join us on Saturday, September 12, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a hands-on owl craft inspired by these fascinating nighttime creatures. Kids can create their own colorful...

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The art deco entrance of the Kitsap History Museum on 4th Street

Inside the museum: an exhibit wall of historic photos and documents about Bremerton's small-town storefronts

An audience watches a speaker's slide presentation inside the museum

Shelves of local history books and publications in the museum store

MUSEUM – Open for Your Enjoyment
NEW EXHIBITS – Throughout the Year
SPECIAL EVENTS – Throughout the Year
SPEAKER SERIES – Throughout the Year
FREE FIRST FRIDAY PROGRAMS – First Friday of Each Month 5-8 PM
PUBLICATIONS – Books about Kitsap County

They’re talking about us…

“This museum is marvelous. There is so much to see.”

“So well collected and displayed.”

“Reminds me of life at my grandparents’ home.”

“Love this museum. Things you’ve only seen in books are right here! Had a wonderful time.”

“So good to reconnect with our roots, where we grew up, and that you are taking care of these things for us.”

      
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   E W 
 
 
 
  Really cool artifacts and antiques you prob won't see again
  
 
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   shanail snopov 
 
 
 
  Lots of fun interesting history here and the puppet museum is really neat too. My kiddo really liked the the operator switch board & typewriter.
  
 
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   Jeff Coughlin 
 
 
 
  Fantastic museum with great exhibits on the  diverse history of Kitsap. Modern interactive exhibits and a hands on area. Check out the ferry touchscreen exhibit.  And it's free!!
  
 
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   Blooberry Baggens 
 
 
 
  What a beautiful place! The events here are wonderful and the people working them as well. I will be coming back again soon with more family for sure
  
 
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   Arnold Engstrom 
 
 
 
  Very cute little place. Very enjoyable.
  
 
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   Wg Capital Resources 
 
 
 
  Excellent exhibits of local Kitsap history. Also had the State of the Union in Black and White Exhibit, which showed African-American memorabilia from the past.
  
 
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   Ken Mcnabb 
 
 
 
  Visited with Roosevelt Smith and made a donation to the Black History portion of the Museum. What a gracious gentleman.  Will be back someday to visit again.
  
 
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   Lauren Yemane 
 
 
 
  I went with my 4 year old daughter. She had a blast! We spent about an hour but she could have played there all afternoon. There is a puppet play room and the whole museum is very interactive. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Derek G 
 
 
 
  So much old stuff to look at!

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Thanks to the following organizations for funding and/or partnership!

Washington Secretary of State, Washington State Library