Welcome

The Pacific Northwest Historians Guild brings together scholars concerned with the study and dissemination of regional history. Founded in Nov. 1980, the Guild fosters teaching and appreciation of Northwest history and promotes communication among regional historians.

We look forward to seeing you at our monthly Zoom lectures and other events in 2023. 


Date: Saturday, August 19th 2023 – 10am

Join former Guild president and co-author of Hiking Washington’s History Judy Bentley on this mostly flat hike to the Glines Canyon Overlook. The walk is and out and back and ends at the overlook of the former dam site on the Elwha River. Along the way Judy will discuss the history and natural history of the area. The hike will meet and begin at 10:00 a.m. at the Madison Falls Trailhead on the Olympic Hot Springs Road in Olympic National Park. Please note that you will need to pay an entry fee or have a pass to park at the trailhead.

Cost: $10/members $20/non-members — We are still setting up the payment system and will let you know when it’s ready.

To register, please send an email to: pacificnwhistoriansguild@gmail.com

For more information of the trail, here’s a description from Judy

Photo from NPS