Collection of publications on Washington State, 1899-1985

The collection includes newspaper articles, brochures and other published materials relating to state and local issues around Washington State, with a strong focus on Bellingham and Whatcom County history. Topics include politics, social institutions and problems, cities, events, minorities, industry, children, education, natural resources and the environment as well as various others. The materials range from 1899 to 1985 with the majority of materials dating from 1960 to 1980. The collection also includes June Burn's publication "100 Days in the San Juans" from 1946, and a newspaper article documenting actor Marlon Brando's visit to the Lummi Nation.