Come celebrate the 120th anniversary of the city of Kent from 4-7 p.m. May 28 at the Kent Historical Museum, 855 E. Smith St.
The event will feature new museum arrangements: a mayoral history collection, information about famous past/present Kent residents, a sister-city compilation, and, for the museum itself, a newly redesigned back porch and laundry room. The Kent Football History Exhibit will continue and a variety of springtime attire will be on display as well. Refreshments and cake will be served. Join city folks for a presentation program at 6 p.m. with Mayor Suzette Cooke, Kent Parks and Recreation, owners of the Golden Steer Steak ‘n Rib House, and the Reitan family (early Kent residents who pioneered Kent history preservation).
Learn more about the city’s past: Kent was the second city incorporated in King County (just behind Seattle) on May 28, 1890. In 120 years, Kent has grown from 1 square mile to 28 square miles while its population has grown from 763 to 88,380.
So how did Kent get its name? Come find out and see what’s new! For more information, call the Kent Historical Museum at 253-854-4330.
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