Heritage Museum
The building, which was constructed in 1907, became the home of The Heritage Museum in 2020.
19020 Front Street,
Poulsbo, WA, 98370
The Heritage Museum captures the cultural heritage and daily lives of Poulsbo families. Changing exhibits provide visitors with a glimpse of the many facets of life in Poulsbo, from its early beginnings to the lively community it is today.
- Scandinavian Heritage
- Home, church, and family life
- Business, community, and early government
- Local schools
- Research library
- Almo Theater
- Changing Faces, Facing Changes exhibit focusing on Poulsbo growth since WWII, military influence, and tourism
- Children’s Nook
Musum Exhibits
Our museum space is smaller than our collection, therefore we endeavor to have two major exhibits per year to rotate artifacts in and out of storage. In addition, we have seven small exhibit areas that are semi-permanent with some artifacts changing from time to time.
Ongoing Exhibits
- Founding of the City
- Farming in North Kitsap
- Schools of the North Kitsap District
- Churches of North Kitsap
- Poulsbo General Store
- Codfish Dory [second floor lobby]
- Little Almo – video presentations:
Poulsbo Perspectives
The Last Voyage of the C.A. Thayer
Fashions of the Fifties – First Lutheran’s 75th
Native Basketry of Ed Carriere
And more!
Events
Upcoming events at the Heritage Museum.
Thursday January 15th, 11am
Celebrate the 250 anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Join us to discuss Poulsbo’s history in relation to this historic milestone!
Tuesday, April 14th, 11am
Discovering Printmaking in Poulsbo! It’s true! Our Heritage Museums is a printmaker’s dream come true! From newspaper-related archaeology stories to literal printmaking blocks (and the books and advertisements that were used to create) on display, we have a unique treasure-trove of artifacts in our collections! Come learn about early printmaking and enjoy a fun PHS-led craft!
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1947 John Storseth home
Buy a Brick for a Foothold in Poulsbo’s History
Bricks will be arranged beneath the gazebo located on the lawn at the Heritage Museum.
Shop for a Cause!
We are excited to introduce our new fundraiser to support upcoming events next year, like our reimagined Liberty Bay Festival. We’ve worked together with photographer Karen Shields, and created our own designs! Our collection includes festive holiday sweaters, kids cloths, drinkware, and even wrapping paper. Shop for a cause this holiday season and help the Poulsbo Historical Society.
**All items are available exclusively online and are not found in any retail stores.**
Maritime Museum
19010 Front Street NE
Historic Downtown Poulsbo
(360) 994-4943
Regular Hours
Daily, 10AM – 4PM
Summer Hours
(June/July/August)
10AM – 5PM
Heritage Museum
19020 Front Street
Regular Hours
Mon-Sat 10AM – 4PM
Sun 11AM-3PM
Summer Hours
(June/July/August)
10AM – 5PM
Martinson Cabin
317 NW Lindvig Way
in Poulsbo’s Nelson Park
Regular Hours
1st Saturday of the Month,
10AM – 4PM
Summer Hours
(June/July/August)
10AM – 5PM
Archive & Resource Center
200 Moe Street, 2nd Floor
Regular Hours
By appointment only
