Lacey Museum curator Erin Quenfalcho reveals O. C. Lacey's mysterious past
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Under the warm glow of the Lacey Museum's lights, an air of anticipation filled the room as attendees gathered for the February History Talk. Felicia, the associate curator, welcomed everyone, setting the stage for a special evening dedicated to unraveling the enigmatic past of O.C. Lacey, a figure whose legacy has long intrigued local historians.
The evening's presentation was led by Erin Quenfalcho, the museum's curator, who has dedicated over a decade to preserving and sharing the rich history of Lacey. With a background in anthropology and museum studies, Erin was poised to reveal findings that promise to shed light on the life and contributions of O.C. Lacey, the city's namesake. As she prepared to delve into her research, Erin took a moment to honor the efforts of those who came before her, particularly Lanny Weaver, a former president of the Lacey Historical Society, whose foundational work paved the way for tonight's revelations.
Before the main event, Felicia shared important updates about the museum's future. The Lacey Museum is set to relocate from its current home in the Russell House to a new space at the Belltown Center on Sixth Avenue. This transition marks an exciting chapter for the museum, which will continue to operate its existing location as a dedicated research center, allowing the community to explore its extensive archives and genealogy collections.
The evening also included a land acknowledgment, recognizing the ancestral lands of the tribal peoples of the Treaty of Medicine Creek, emphasizing the museum's commitment to honoring the histories of those who have been displaced.
As the audience settled in, the promise of new insights into O.C. Lacey's life loomed large. Erin's presentation aimed not only to solve a century-old mystery but also to connect the community with its past, fostering a deeper understanding of the figures who shaped Lacey's identity. The excitement in the room was palpable, as attendees looked forward to the Q&A session that would follow, eager to engage with the curator and explore the stories that define their hometown.
The evening's presentation was led by Erin Quenfalcho, the museum's curator, who has dedicated over a decade to preserving and sharing the rich history of Lacey. With a background in anthropology and museum studies, Erin was poised to reveal findings that promise to shed light on the life and contributions of O.C. Lacey, the city's namesake. As she prepared to delve into her research, Erin took a moment to honor the efforts of those who came before her, particularly Lanny Weaver, a former president of the Lacey Historical Society, whose foundational work paved the way for tonight's revelations.
Before the main event, Felicia shared important updates about the museum's future. The Lacey Museum is set to relocate from its current home in the Russell House to a new space at the Belltown Center on Sixth Avenue. This transition marks an exciting chapter for the museum, which will continue to operate its existing location as a dedicated research center, allowing the community to explore its extensive archives and genealogy collections.
The evening also included a land acknowledgment, recognizing the ancestral lands of the tribal peoples of the Treaty of Medicine Creek, emphasizing the museum's commitment to honoring the histories of those who have been displaced.
As the audience settled in, the promise of new insights into O.C. Lacey's life loomed large. Erin's presentation aimed not only to solve a century-old mystery but also to connect the community with its past, fostering a deeper understanding of the figures who shaped Lacey's identity. The excitement in the room was palpable, as attendees looked forward to the Q&A session that would follow, eager to engage with the curator and explore the stories that define their hometown.
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