McMenamins and Deschutes Historical Museum present
History Pub :
A Field Guide to Pacific Northwest Barns
Presented by Michael Houser
McMenamins Old St. Francis School
Father Luke’s Room
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
7pm/Doors 6pm
Free with registration
All Ages
Get ready for a barnstormer of a History Pub! Join Washington State Architectural Historian and barn expert Michael Houser on a journey through the history of barns in the Pacific Northwest. This practical field guide lecture draws on Houser’s vast knowledge as the manager of Washington State’s award-winning Heritage Barn Program. Learn everything you’ve ever wanted to know about barns, including the many parts of a barn, how to identify and date various barn types, and different construction methods, from heavy timber and logs to laminated beams and various truss systems.
