Everett’s past will be on display

EVERETT — There’s no need for a treasure hunt — a mountain of gems from Everett’s past will be available to all.

The first Historic Everett Memorabilia Fair will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at Forest Park’s Floral Hall, 802 Mukilteo Blvd.

Individuals, businesses and organizations will display old postcards, newspapers, photos, maps, coins, plates and other collector’s items.

Gail Chism, who organized the fair, said she wanted it to be an opportunity for people with historical items and those who would like to view the items get together.

"I’ve been collecting Everett stuff for years, and thought it would be a fun thing for everybody to share their memorabilia," Chism said.

There will be items from Everett neighborhood associations, the Firefighters Museum, Lowell Community Church, the Snohomish County Museum, Bargreen’s Coffee, Sears, the Aqua Sox, the Everett Public Library’s Northwest Room and others.

Everett historian David Dilgard will sign copies of his book "Mill Town Footlights: The theaters of Everett Washington."

Margaret Riddle, who works with Dilgard at the library, said part of the fun is that she doesn’t know what to expect. "I think a lot of people relate to history by tangible objects," she said. "It’s kind of like an antiques road show sort of trip."

It’s also a good way to meet "interesting and very nice people," she said.

Riddle will bring historic panoramic prints the library is working to restore with the help of a grant. There are scenes of downtown Everett circa 1915. There are also pictures of mill picnics, motorcycle clubs, landscapes and large groups of people.

Chism said even if people only have a few items, they are welcome to bring them and share a table.

"I also think it’s important for the new people who have moved into Everett to understand why we love our city so much," Chism said. "Bringing out the old is one way to do it."

Reporter Jennifer Warnick: 425-339-3429 or jwarnick@heraldnet.com.

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