From its humble beginnings in 1947 to its unforgettable giant bird sign, learn about the unique history of the Yard Birds Family Shopping Center, its growth into a multi-million dollar company, and all the wacky fun in between. Jason Mattson talks about the history of Yard Birds in Chehalis, Olympia, and Shelton, Washington.  

Jason Mattson has been the executive director of the Lewis County Historical Museum in Chehalis, Washington for the past eight years. He is a Centralia native and has a particular love of Yard Birds and the arts.

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These events are open to everyone interested in Pacific Northwest history, and beyond! Often co-sponsored by local or state historical and civic organizations, we bring you experts, scholars, first-person experiencers, historians and documentaries expounding on topics from indigenous history to the birth of Portland, early explorers to hop growing, and on and on! It's like being back in the classroom - except this time you get to settle into comfortable seats and enjoy a drink or two with dinner while you listen and learn.

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