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Celebrating Our Croatian Heritage
All are invited to attend a reception to celebrate Croatian Heritage in Tacoma on Sunday October 26, 2014, 2:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. at the Slavonian Hall, 2306 North 30th Street, Tacoma WA. This celebration will include an oral history video presentation of six Croatian elders and members of the lodge which will portray the significant role of The Slavonian American Benevolent Society in the community and the culture of Tacoma and the Croatian people.
The Vela Luka Croatian Dance Ensemble will perform traditional Croatian dances and provide education on the dances and songs of Croatia. Additionally, there will be memorabilia, costumes and pictures on display provided by members of the lodge. During the late 1800's and the early 1900's the Croatian people formed a solid community in Old Town where they established locales for gathering, working, sharing stories, supporting each other and preparing food.
In March, 1900, the Slavonian American Benefit Society was formed. It was incorporated April 10, 1901. Donated labor and talent of the members built the magnificent edifice of its era The Slavonian Hall. In 2001, the lodge members commemorated 100 years and commissioned a sculpture that honors the founders and the lives of Croatian families. It stands in front of the hall today. The hall achieved its place as a Historic site in 1976 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as well as on the Tacoma Register of Historic Places.
The Croatian people used their expertise and played a significant role in fishing and boat building in Tacoma. At the celebration, Croatian pastries, coffee and tea will be served.
We invite all to attend this Celebration and learn more about the early settlement of Tacoma by the Croatian community. This history project has been made possible by a grant from the Pierce County Landmarks Historic Preservation Committee and with significant support from Dr. Joanne Lisosky and students from the Center for Media Studies at Pacific Lutheran University and Dr. Michael Honey, Professor, University of Washington Tacoma.
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LocationSlavonian Hall (View)
2306 N. 30th Street
Tacoma, WA 98403
United States
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Kid Friendly: Yes! |
Dog Friendly: No |
Non-Smoking: Yes! |
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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