Northwest Public Broadcasting And Mid-Columbia Libraries To Host Screening And Author Conversation (Photo) - 02/24/26

In partnership with Northwest Public Broadcasting, Mid-Columbia Libraries invites the community to a special evening program, “Wrecked: A Screening & Author Conversation.” Join historian and author Coll Thrush for an exploration of the haunting history of shipwrecks along the Pacific Northwest coast.

The event will take place at the Kennewick library at 1620 S. Union St. on Monday, March 2 at 6 pm. The program begins with a screening of “Wrecked,” inspired by Thrush’s acclaimed book of the same name, followed by a brief author talk and a fireside chat with question and answer moderated by Anna King, Senior Correspondent for Northwest Public Broadcasting.

“Wrecked,” traces the stories of iconic shipwrecks along the Graveyard of the Pacific, a dangerous stretch of coastline that has claimed more than 2,000 ships. The film and conversation examine how these maritime disasters have shaped coastal communities, influenced Indigenous history, and contributed to the region’s identity.

Books will be available for purchase at the event, with a signing to follow the program. This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided while supplies last.

About Mid-Columbia Libraries

Mid-Columbia Libraries empowers people, supports learning, and strengthens community through literacy, enrichment, and connection. Since 1949, we have grown to 12 library branches, a rural delivery service, and a digital branch. Today, we offer cardholders systemwide, 24/7 access to more than 400,000 books, audiobooks, magazines, and videos, including more than 100,000 downloadable eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, and streaming video. Visit midcolumbialibraries.org for more information.

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