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Coal Mining at Cougar Mountain, Presented by the Eastside Heritage Center

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Sun, Jan. 26 @ 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

This program focuses on 100 years of local coal mining.  In 1888, there were 20 mules and 200 men employed here! Exporting coal to San Francisco turned Seattle into a dominant seaport.  Learn what is underneath a mountain that is older than Rainier. Presented in partnership by the Eastside Heritage Center and Bellevue Parks & Community Services.

This program is best for adults, but participants ages 13+ are welcome with accompanying adult(s). No pre-registration required. Indoor program.

Photo courtesy of the EHC.

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