Olympia 2009 Historic Preservation Film

Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls - for your viewing pleasure, the Olympia Heritage Commission and the Olympia Film Society present a FREE Historic Preservation Film Festival in honor of National Preservation Month.

For more information about this event or historic preservation in Olympia, contact Jennifer Kenny at (360) 753-8031, or email [email protected].

Blue Vinyl Sunday May 3, 12:00 p.m. A toxic odyssey for the whole family! Vinyl siding is what inspired the filmmakers to explore the product, but siding is just part of the story. Nationally, historic wood windows are being replaced with vinyl windows at a rapidly increasing rate. The result is lost historic integrity, lowered property values, and extensive environmental damage. Dave King of Eco-Woodworks will discuss how and why to preserve your historic wood windows. 98 minutes, unrated (family-friendly). Co-sponsored by Eco-Woodworks.

Tugboat Annie Sunday May 10, 12:00 p.m. This film had its world premiere at the Capitol Theater back in 1933! This classic film tells the story of a dedicated mother and a hardy tug boat. Some of the movie was filmed aboard the 1889 tugboat “ARTHUR FOSS”, now owned by the Northwest Seaport Foundation in Seattle. “Annie” is reportedly based on a Tacoma area woman! A special thanks to the Don McCune Library for allowing us to show this film. 90 minutes, unrated (family-friendly). Co-sponsored by the Northwest Seaport Foundation and the Washington Women’s History Consortium.

Tulsa Deco Sunday May 17, 12:00 p.m. Tulsa, OK is home to some of the best art deco buildings in the world. This film takes you on a fun tour of these architectural gems and the people who protect them. Olympia is home to some Art Deco gems of its own! This film will change the way you see downtown Olympia! 60 minutes, unrated (family-friendly). Co-sponsored by Art Deco Society NW.

Heart Like a Wheel Sunday May 24, 12:00 p.m. This 1983 biographical film is based on the life of drag racing driver Shirley Muldowney and stars… Olympia! To simulate Schenectady, New York, filmmakers shot some scenes right here in Oly! You’ll love playing “spot the building” as you enjoy this inspiring movie. 113 minutes, rated PG. Co-sponsored by the Olympia Downtown Association.

Courthouse Girls of Farmland Sunday May 31, 12:00 p.m. Don’t miss this award-winning documentary about a small town, historic preservation, and seven senior women who got up from their bridge table to make a bold and controversial statement. A story with heart that bares the soul...and a little bit more! 52 minutes, unrated (family- Film Festival friendly). Co-sponsored by the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation. Sundays in May 12:00 p.m. Special thanks to our sponsor: (Doors open at 11:30a.m.) “The City of Olympia is committed to the non-discriminatory treatment of all persons in employment and the delivery of services and resources.”