Heritage Center
The Heritage Center is devoted to the history of the early settlers of the 70 square mile area called the Soos Creek Plateau. An extensive collection of early photos, historical maps and ancestral artifacts of the region is on display.
Visitors are welcome during normal Garden open hours.
Written by the SCBG’s founder
“History of the Soos Creek Plateau”
Scores of anecdotal stories and oral histories weave an appealing account of the rugged men and women who settled the Soos Creek Plateau. Morris’ love and encyclopedic knowledge of the area and its hard working ancestors is reflected in his writing. His historic collection of artifacts, photographs and ephemera residing in the Heritage Center at Soos Creek Botanical Garden has served to inform this compilation depicting the rich history of the pioneers of Soos Creek Plateau.
The “History of the Soos Creek Plateau” is approximately 450 pages in length and includes maps and early photographs of the area. All aspects of the development of the Plateau are included, with major emphasis on farming, the main means of livelihood for Plateau residents. A major focus of the book is on the settlers and families who lived on the Plateau.
Available for $26.00 + $2.60 sales tax. Please add an additional $7.00 for shipping.
Those interested in purchasing may email info@sooscreekbotanicalgarden.org, call the office at (253) 639-0949 or visit the Nursery (March-Nov) during regular Garden open hours.
We accept personal checks, cash or debit/credit cards.
Sales proceeds help support the Soos Creek Botanical Garden and History Center.