Issaquah's 'Outlaw' Bad Ben Legg Featured July 13 at History Museum

The past of every community is enriched by fascinating individuals who actively participated in events that had a lasting impact, and Issaquah is no exception.

Issaquah History Museums’ director Erica Maniez will tell the colorful tale of such a person on July 13th from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the historic Train Depot Museum (78 1ST Avenue NE).
 
On March 28 of 1920, Ben Legg had reportedly been drinking moonshine when he grabbed his gun and set out after his neighbor, Tom Hall. By the end of the day, shots had been fired, Legg was in jail, and the Seattle Times headlines blared, “Bad Ben Legg Has An Aim That Matches His Heart!” Join Issaquah History Museums’ director Erica Maniez to find out what happened in Legg’s life before and after that day in 1920. It is a tale that sheds light on the organized labor movement, the difficult life of loggers in early Issaquah, and the importance of community connections.
 
Admission is free. Refreshments will be served.

Please contact the Issaquah History Museums if you would like more information about this event, or want to learn about volunteer opportunities (425/392-3500 or info@issaquahhistory.org).