The speed and beauty of hydroplane racing on the waters of the Pacific Northwest has been a steadfast tradition for more than a century. From the Sammamish Slough to Seafair on Lake Washington, learn how hydroplaning continues each summer as an important mainstay in Seattle and the local area. 

Presenter Jill Glass is a third-generation boat racer and has been involved in the Vintage & Historic Division of the American Power Boat Association since 2011. Jill has filled a variety of roles: racer, crew, judge on the water, pit boss, race announcer, and volunteer at the Hydroplane & Raceboat Museum. She has been involved in nearly every aspect of racing. Jill drives a vintage hydroplane named Tiger Too at events each summer. 

Enjoy 15% off your hotel stay on History Pub nights! Show your ticket at check-in.

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.

This event is eligible for a History Pub Stamp