The Puget Sound region experienced significant growth and change between the years 1870 and 1910. Increased railroad access to the Pacific Northwest resulted in drastic changes to industry, population, and landscape as Washington entered statehood and Seattle became an industrialized city.
At the same time, technological innovations in transportation, entertainment, and communication drastically altered urban life. By looking at primary sources, students uncover some of the many factors that led to immense changes in this period and how they impacted daily life in Seattle.
Digital Museum Trunks are available free of charge. Once a digital trunk request has been processed, you will receive a link to the Digital The Years of Growth & Change Trunk files via email and will have access to the content for 6 months.
Recommended Grade Level: Grade 7
Digital Trunk Details
Every educator is encouraged to consider the needs of their students when working with our Digital The Years of Growth & Change trunk. The following details can be helpful in deciding if this is the right trunk for your students:
- Recommended Grade Level: Grade 7
- Digital Assets: All digital trunks contain lesson plans, activities, and primary sources such as documents, maps, and photographs.
- Cost: Free
Digital Trunk Overview
The The Years of Growth & Change digital trunk explores the following topics:
- WA territory, statehood, and urban development
- Early industries and innovations
- Immigration, migration, and community
All digital trunks include:
- Slideshow of historic images, documents, and artifacts with item descriptions
- Background information and resources
- Lesson plans for primary source analysis
- Supporting handouts and activities