Sno-Isle Genealogy presents Japanese Gulch a home from time immemorial Nov. 5

The Sno-Isle Genealogical Society (SIGS) is set to host a meeting on November 5 at the Wickers Building in Lynnwood, featuring Dr. Alicia Valentino from Edmonds College. This presentation will highlight insights from an archaeological dig at Japanese Gulch, a site historically significant to both local Tribes and Japanese immigrants. The event begins at 6:30 p. m.

with a social hour for attendees to meet SIGS members and discuss family research. The main presentation will commence at 7:30 p. m. , where Dr. Valentino will trace the gulch's historical significance and its transformation over time.

Japanese Gulch has been a crucial locale since the first human habitation in Puget Sound, utilized by Native Americans and later becoming home to Japanese mill workers. The meeting is free, promoting inclusivity for those new to genealogy. Attendees can expect engaging activities designed to foster connections to history. For further details, including information on live-streaming the event, please refer to the SIGS calendar page.