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Image of Therm-a-Rest ProLite air mattress from Cascade Designs, Inc., ca. 2013

Therm-a-Rest ProLite air mattress from Cascade Designs, Inc., ca. 2013

The Therm-a-Rest is a highly compactible air mattress especially made for camping. Cascade Designs, inventors of the Therm-a-Rest, were founded in Seattle, Washington, in 1972 by two former Boeing engineers. This particular mattress is even more compact and lightweight than previous versions.
ID Number:2013.34.5
Date:Circa 2013
Image of Black and red Filson Mackinaw Cruiser jacket, ca. 2013

Black and red Filson Mackinaw Cruiser jacket, ca. 2013

Filson patented the “Mackinaw Cruiser” in 1914. It was originally designed for timber cruisers—workers who measure trees and collect forest data. The back has a double layer of wool for warmth and to accommodate a roomy back pocket for storing maps. The same coat is still in production today with only a few modifications.C. C. Filson was founded in 1897…
ID Number:2013.42.1
Date:Circa 2013
Image of Pair of Brooks Running shoes, PureCadence2, ca. 2013

Pair of Brooks Running shoes, PureCadence2, ca. 2013

Brooks Running Company, a Bothell-based company, has a long local history dating back to its founding in 1914 as Brooks Sports, Inc.
ID Number:2013.54.1
Date:Circa 2013
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Board game, "The New Dungeon Game" from TSR #1045, ca. 1989

This board game was developed by TSR, which is now owned by Renton-based Wizards of the Coast. Dungeon! features a map of a simple six-level dungeon with hallways, rooms, and chambers.
ID Number:2013.104.1
Date:Circa 1989
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Fantasy roleplaying game, "Dungeons & Dragons: Fantasy Adventure Game Expert Set" from TSR #1012, ca. 1980

This roleplaying game was developed by TSR, which is now owned by Renton-based Wizards of the Coast. The Expert Set is an expansion boxed set for the Dungeons & Dragons fantasy role-playing game.
ID Number:2013.104.2
Date:Circa 1980
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Game, "Dungeons & Dragons: Fantasy Roleplaying Game Starter Set" from Wizards of the Coast, ca. 2010

Dungeons & Dragons is a fantasy role-playing dice game designed by Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson. It was first released in 1974 by Tactical Studies Rules, Inc. (TSR), which is now owned by Renton-based Wizards of the Coast.
ID Number:2013.104.3
Date:Circa 2010
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Book, "Advanced D&D Dungeon Master's Guide", TSR #2011, by Gary Gygax © 1979

Advanced Dungeons & Dragons was developed by Gary Gygax in 1977. Present day Dungeons & Dragons owner, Wizards of the Coast, is based in Renton, WA.
ID Number:2013.104.4
Date:1979
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Fantasy roleplaying game, "Dungeons & Dragons: Fantasy Adventure Game Basic Set" from TSR #1011, ca. 1980

Dungeons & Dragons is a fantasy role-playing dice game designed by Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson. It was first released in 1974 by Tactical Studies Rules, Inc. (TSR), which is now owned by Renton-based Wizards of the Coast.
ID Number:2013.104.RefBasicGame
Date:Circa 1980
Image of Bamboo mallet used by Bryce Weaver for bike polo in Seattle, ca. 1999-2000

Bamboo mallet used by Bryce Weaver for bike polo in Seattle, ca. 1999-2000

Cycle polo, bicycle polo, or bike polo is similar to traditional polo, except that bicycles are used instead of horses. Invented in Ireland in 1891 by a retired champion cyclist, the sport was initially played on grass, but the hardcourt game was later introduced and gained more interest around the turn of the 21st century. This mallet, made from tan…
ID Number:2013.122.1
Date:Circa 1999-2000
Image of Metal mallet used by Irving Arzeta for bike polo in Seattle, ca. 1999-2000

Metal mallet used by Irving Arzeta for bike polo in Seattle, ca. 1999-2000

Cycle polo, bicycle polo, or bike polo is similar to traditional polo, except that bicycles are used instead of horses. Invented in Ireland in 1891 by a retired champion cyclist, the sport was initially played on grass, but the hardcourt game was later introduced and gained more interest around the turn of the 21st century. The original owner of this…
ID Number:2013.122.2
Date:Circa 1999-2000
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