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Humanities in the Harbor: Round Rocks!

Sat, Aug 15, 2026 • 6:30 PM—8:00 PM
4121 Harborview Dr Gig Harbor, WA 98332

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This year marks the 75th anniversary of Gig Harbor’s famous Round Rock Contest! Ever wonder how round rocks are formed and where the idea of our contest originated? Join Museum director Stephanie Lile for a deep dive into the geology and history of round rocks and the colorful backstory of our annual contest.
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