Job Carr Cabin Museum

Job Carr Cabin Museum is housed in a replica of Tacoma's first permanent non-Native residence, on land that traditionally belonged to the Puyallup people. Through Job Carr's story we open the door to Tacoma's history for students and our community. jobcarrmuseum.org

Our 11/19 #FallLeaves craft kit includes 2 activities: * Video instructions for the leaf collecting bag are available at youtu.be/IZw-E4aMVDA. * Video instructions for the Trees & Me zine are available at youtu.be/Upsakm-bUdc #FallCrafts #PNW #TacomaWA

#OTD in 1868, the first newspaper mention of #Tacoma was printed in the #Portland Commercial. The newspaper warned that construction of a Tacoma and Vancouver railroad would sap the life blood of Oregon. Photo of Tacoma, ca 1873, from @TacomaLibrary.

Pick up a free fall-themed craft kit from the museum porch on Saturday 11/19, 10am-2pm, while supplies last. Plus, Tacoma Tree Foundation will have free #trees for you to plant at home. jobcarrmuseum.org/events

We are very excited to partner with Tacoma Tree Foundation for our 11/19 Craft Saturday event. They will be on-site with free #trees for you to take home and plant, 10am-2pm!

#OTD in 1875, the Washington Territorial Legislature incorporated #Tacoma City (Old Tacoma). The town had already been officially platted in December 1869 and incorporated by #PierceCounty in May 1874.

Weekend plans? Stop by the Holiday Market at Slavonian Hall in Old Town Tacoma. You'll find local vendors, baked goods, and unique gift ideas. #TacomaWA

#OTD in 1862, Job Carr was discharged on disability after an injury at the Battle of Corinth. He recovered and returned to duty but was injured more severely at the Battle of Chickamauga Creek in Sep 1863. Find out more at jobcarrmuseum.org/blog/the-carr-…. #CivilWar #VeteransDay

In Nov 1875, Marietta Carr Mahon and her son Frankie died in the #shipwreck of the SS Pacific. The tragic accident remains one of the worst #maritime calamities ever recorded on the Pacific Coast. Find out more at jobcarrmuseum.org/blog/mettie-an….

In 1883, Job Carr was elected to the Tacoma City Board of Directors for the second time after a 9 year absence. He served only until January 1884 when Tacoma City (Old Town) and New Tacoma (Downtown) merged together to form one City of Tacoma. #ElectionDay #Vote

It's the perfect day to enjoy a meal from The Spar! A portion of all food sales today (11/7) support Job Carr Cabin Museum's Schools Outreach Program. Dine-in or carry-out from 11am-9pm. #RestaurantTakeover #TacomaWA #TacomaEats

What are you doing for #lunch and #dinner tomorrow? Enjoy a meal from The Spar, plus enter to win fun #raffle prizes from local businesses -- All while supporting Job Carr Cabin Museum! #TacomaEats #TacomaWA

You could win fun prizes from local businesses during our fundraising #raffle. View raffle items and purchase tickets at the Museum on 11/4 & 11/5 (10am-2pm) and at The Spar Tavern on 11/7, 12-2pm & 5-8pm. Raffle drawing will be held at The Spar at 8pm on Monday 11/7.

You could win fun prizes from local businesses during our museum fundraising raffle, including: * Aerial Print of Historic Old Town Tacoma * Gift Certificate to Legendary Donuts * Extravagant Wine Basket Raffle drawing will be held at The Spar at 8pm on Monday 11/7.

You could win fun prizes from local businesses during our fundraising raffle, including: * 2-night stay in Ocean Shores⁠ * Gift Certificate to Tacoma Glassblowing Studio Waterfront Market * Gift Certificate to Wild Hare Organic Farm & CSA ⁠ Raffle drawing - The Spar, 8pm, 11/7

You could win fun prizes from local businesses during our fundraising raffle, including: * Tickets to the Midwinter Revels performance at The Rialto Theater * Fall Waffles Breakfast Basket * Gift Certificate to Artist & Craftsman Supply Raffle drawing 11/7 at The Spar.

Along with the 11/7 Restaurant Takeover, we are also having a fundraising raffle. You can win fun prizes from local businesses while supporting the Museum! ⁠ ⁠ We'll be posting details about the array of amazing raffle items all week. Stay tuned!

Did You Know The Spar is Tacoma's oldest restaurant/bar? Support the Museum and a family-owned, community-oriented, historic #restaurant during the 11/7 #RestaurantTakeover. Dine-in or carry-out for lunch or dinner and the Museum will receive a portion of all food sales!

Two of Tacoma's Beautiful Homes, ca. 1888. ⁠ ⁠ Top image - #home of J.M. Buckley, namesake of Buckley's Gulch. Lower image - home of General J.W. Sprague, #Tacoma mayor in 1884.⁠ Both men were leaders with the NPRR. ⁠ From Tacoma and Vicinity, archive of @LibraryCongress.

#OTD in 1861, Rebecca Carr was issued this leave of absence pass from Colonel William Grose so that she could go home for two days. She served as a field hospital #nurse matron for 8 months with the 36th Indiana Volunteers during the #CivilWar. jobcarrmuseum.org/blog/the-carr-…