Washington Pavilion

‘Every week the numbers have gone up’: Guests are returning to local attractions

Weeks after reopening, we checked in with major visitor attractions to see if guests are coming back.

4 years ago

Pavilion unveils agriculture-themed science center exhibits

Visitors to the Washington Pavilion can pick pretend crops for inspection, sell them at a marketplace, explore tunnels to interact with the bugs that contribute to soil health and climb into a tractor that they can drive virtually around a farm. 

4 years ago

‘Coming soon’ to the Washington Pavilion: Memorable customer experiences

When the Washington Pavilion shut down, work began behind the scenes so it could reopen with a better customer experience.

4 years ago

Pavilion plans to reopen more attractions June 1

The Washington Pavilion plans to reopen the Kirby Science Discovery Center and the Visual Arts Center and some programs June 1.

4 years ago

School’s out: Now what? Parents plan for different approach to summer

Parents wrapping up their dual role as teachers now face a new quandary: how to care for the kids and keep them safe this summer. From child care centers to camps, we checked in on what options are emerging.

4 years ago

Local venues adapt to life during the coronavirus crisis

Have a virtual animal encounter, tour a museum and do an art project: Venues that can’t allow admission are finding ways to offer an experience anyway.

4 years ago

Washington Pavilion launches ‘at home’ experience

The Washington Pavilion is closed but has launched a way to experience the Pavilion at home.

4 years ago

New Pavilion exhibit features interactive forest theme

Kids can climb a replica tree, hop on board a “train” and get inside a miniature home under construction at a new Washington Pavilion exhibit.

4 years ago

Theater manager helps grow community arts scene

This week’s Up-and-Comer is Bob Wendland, manager of performances and events at the Washington Pavilion and the Orpheum Theater Center.

5 years ago

With ‘Les Miserables,’ Pavilion shows ability to attract more high-profile shows

After years of trying, the Washington Pavilion is hosting a seven-show run of “Les Miserables.” Could it lead to other big-name Broadway performances? The Pavilion’s leaders have some teases that theater lovers will want to know.

5 years ago

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