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The Capitol Hill Historical Society will host author Karen Treiger on September 21 for an event exploring the Jewish history of Seattle through five families. The event, titled "Jewish Seattle in the Gilded Age," will be held at The Gaslight Inn, a historic landmark significant to the area’s Jewish and LGBTQ history. Treiger's book, "Standing on the Crack: The Legacy of Five Jewish Families from Seattle’s Gilded Age," details the contributions of these families, including her own, the Singermans, who were the original owners of the inn. Built in 1907 for $7,000, The Gaslight Inn became a rooming house by the 1920s, reflecting Capitol Hill’s changing demographics. The inn was designated a Seattle landmark in 2015 due to its historical significance and connection to the LGBTQ community.

Longtime employee John Fox noted the importance of such spaces for gay couples in early Capitol Hill. This event promises to provide attendees with a deeper understanding of the challenges and triumphs faced by these families. The evening will serve as a celebration of the legacy that shaped the neighborhood and the city of Seattle.