October 14, 2009	Contact:	Patricia Cosgrove, Director White River Valley Museum
For Immediate Release		253-288-7437 pcosgrove@auburnwa.gov

AUBURN, Wash. – The continued down economy and popularity of the current exhibit "Suffer for Beauty: A Revealing Look at Women's History Through Undergarments" has prompted the White River Valley Museum board of directors to offer free admission on Sunday, Oct. 18 and Sunday, Oct. 25. "Suffer for Beauty" runs through Nov. 8.

A free Sunday will also be offered on Nov. 22 in celebration of " Small Works, Big Presents: The Gift of Art" exhibit and sale that opens Nov. 18 and runs through Dec. 20. The White River Valley Museum and Auburn Arts Commission recently announced a call to artists for "Small Works, Big Presents." Information and full submission guidelines are available at www.auburnwa.gov/arts.

White River Valley Museum will continue free Sundays in 2010. The fourth Sunday each month will be free.

The free Sundays are in addition to White River Valley Museum's weekly free Wednesdays. The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. Regular admission is $2 adults, $1 seniors and children.

About Mary Olson Farm

The White River Valley Museum is working with the City of Auburn to restore Mary Olson Farm, the most intact 1880s family farm in King County. It opens in late 2009 as a living history and environmental learning site. The farm is a King County Landmark and on the National Register of Historic Places. Significant features include an 1897 barn, a 1902 farmhouse and two salmon runs in Olson Creek.

About the White River Valley Museum

The White River Valley Museum is a partnership with the City of Auburn and combines history and culture to create an exciting and educational experience for visitors. Museum collections focus on local Puget Sound history, Northwest Indian culture, Japanese immigration and the Northern Pacific Railroad.

The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday and is located at 918 H St. SE in Auburn. Regular hours are noon to 4 p.m. Admission is $2 for adults, $1 for seniors and children, and free on Wednesdays. Call 253-288-7433 or visit www.wrvmuseum.org for event information.