On the morning of February 8, 1886, James Colman and Wilbur Patten left for Seattle to for the grand jury hearing regarding George Miller.  As his boat rounded the south point of Mercer Island, James and Wilbur were murdered.  This case remains unsolved. 

Join local historian, Tom Hitzroth, for an in-depth discussion of the first homicide on the Eastside.

In compliance with King County public health regulations, people participating in activities at Bellevue community centers, recreation facilities, and environmental education visitor centers are required to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result.

More info: https://bellevuewa.gov/city-government/departments/parks/vaccination-verification-public-health-order

Unfortunately, this lecture will be postponed. We will reschedule it for later in the spring.

On the morning of February 8, 1886, James Colman and Wilbur Patten left for Seattle to for the grand jury hearing regarding George Miller.  As his boat rounded the south point of Mercer Island, James and Wilbur were murdered.  This case remains unsolved. 

Join local historian, Tom Hitzroth, for an in-depth discussion of the first homicide on the Eastside.

In compliance with King County public health regulations, people participating in activities at Bellevue community centers, recreation facilities, and environmental education visitor centers are required to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result.

More info: https://bellevuewa.gov/city-government/departments/parks/vaccination-verification-public-health-order

On a cold February Day in 1886, former King County Commissioner was murdered in cold blood.  To this day no one is sure who did it.  Join historian and investigator Tom Hitzroth as he attempts to crack this cold case. If you are a fan of S-Town or Serial, this program is for you.

Please RSVP for this event by calling 425-450-1049 or emailing  

Info@eastsideheritagecenter.org