The Point Roberts Historical Society (PRHS) completed the installation of over two dozen historical signs across the Point. The Point Roberts History Trail, completed with a grant from the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation, provides a tour of local history where it happened.
The Point Roberts History Center had a busy year, with hundreds of visitors each month from both the area and around the world, many of whom came to visit our exclave, curious about our spot on the map.
PRHS supported the 50th anniversary celebration of Lighthouse Marine Park, at which Whatcom County Parks and Recreation presented the original plaque from the park’s opening. Bennett Blaustein represented the society with his remarks, along with four former park rangers offering their perspectives, followed by a picnic.
The Point Roberts Chamber of Commerce invited PRHS to give a presentation at their annual meeting in November, and Mark Swenson spoke about using our history to drive business and tourism. Mark continued to write about important Point Roberts anniversaries each month in the All Point Bulletin.
Pauline DeHaan helped to coordinate a visit from Icelandic visitors with connections to the Point. They met several times over meals with a local Icelander who knew the family.
A big thank you to Pauline DeHaan and Renee Coe for keeping the display case in the community center current and enjoyable for all.
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