Vision Statement

As the historical society for Washington’s capital city, the Olympia Historical Society and Bigelow House Museum is dedicated to making local history come alive through innovative and in-depth programming that serves all in the community. The Society enriches, shares and challenges present and future generations to learn from our rich past and, in turn, to shape the future. In addition, the Bigelow House Museum is a premier destination for experiencing state and local history from Washington’s territorial years to the 20th century. We are committed to maintaining, interpreting and restoring the Bigelow House for its historic and architectural significance and to serve the public as an example for stewarding Olympia’s historic places.
Adopted by the Board of Trustees on 9/21/2026