ENDORSEMENTS

I wasn’t sure where else to put them. But here are a few focused on a favorite topic - live historical programs, creative presentations, and screenings.

“Steve's storytelling talents are just incredible! He captures the audience's attention and keeps them wanting more! What a fun, engaging, and informative presentation! We can't wait to have him back at the Highline Heritage Museum!”

- Nancy Salguero McKay, Highline Heritage Museum Executive Director

“Steve Edmiston is a terrific raconteur. He unearths facts so improbable that you can't make this stuff up, then masterfully employs a storytelling toolkit of laughter and suspense to make local history come alive and connect it to the bigger picture. The result: folks who hear his presentations get both top-notch entertainment, and a deeper sense of connection to their community.”

- Barbara McMichael, SoCo Culture 

“Our museum loves hosting Steve! He has given both of his Humanities talks here at the museum and as soon as I publicize his upcoming program to our members and the public, the space fills up very quickly. Last talk was standing room only! He is engaging, smart and passionate about his topics. He has that rare ability to captivate audiences from start to finish. Besides, who doesn’t want to learn about all about Rumrunning and UFOs??? I can’t wait to see what’s next!”

– Robin Harrison, Harbor History Museum, Gig Harbor, WA

“Steve Edmiston’s ‘Good Bootlegger’ talk is every bit as intriguing, entertaining, and surprising as you might imagine it would be. The Southwest Seattle Historical Society’s audience thoroughly enjoyed it.”

- Jeff McCord, Exec. Director., Southwest Seattle Historical Society

“We hosted Steve at Basalt Cellars, a local winery, and the energy in which he shared the story of ol’ Roy Olmstead was invigorating! We look forward to welcoming Steve back to Clarkston for more talks.”

-Erin Kolb, Asotin County Library, Clarkston WA

“Steve's ‘Whiskey and Wiretaps: The Northwest's Rumrunning King’ was clearly well researched and full of interesting and historical information and photos. It was incredibly engaging and prompted great questions and discussion.”

- Jennifer Finlayson, Library Manager, Westport Timberland Library

“We were thrilled to have Steve and Scott [Schaefer] present for us at the 20th Annual McMenamins UFO Festival in McMinnville, OR, this past May. Not only did we have a tremendous turnout for their film, but the Q&A afterwards was thoughtful and engaging. And they were a helluva lot of fun to hang out with, to boot. So, we’ve invited them back!”

- McMenamins UFO Festival

“Both Steve and Scott represent the best of what Washington State film has to offer.  Not only are they able to tell compelling, well-crafted stories that cultivate a global audience, they also understand the business of film, balancing art and commerce in graceful and enviable ways. Washington Filmworks was so very pleased to partially fund the Maury Island Incident and we can't wait to see what this dynamic duo does next!”

- Amy Lillard, Washington Film Commissioner, Washington Filmworks

“Thank you so much for a great program!  People were so thrilled and I heard so many words of praise for your talk.  It was an absolute pleasure having you and Scott!”

- Molly Wilmoth, Program Manager, Washington State Historical Society

“If you have the opportunity to catch a talk by Steve Edmiston, drop everything and do it! Steve’s presentation on ‘Whiskey and Wiretaps: The Northwest's Rumrunning King’ was funny, tragic, entertaining, and educational, all wrapped up together. The story plays out like a blockbuster movie, but the real gem is Steve himself. I found myself on the edge of my seat during the presentation, and then animatedly recounting the story to friends and family later. We will have Steve back to present as soon as possible!”

- Adam Farnsworth, Anacortes Museum Education and Media Curator

“Steve Edmiston can tell a tale. I suspect he was born to do such. I’ve had the pleasure of seeing Steve tell The Maury Island Incident story almost a dozen times at various venues and I cannot recall a single moment where I wasn’t riveted – and I know this story by heart! I think that’s sure evidence of someone at the very top of their craft.”

 - Vince Ynzunza, Founder, Pacific NorthWeird

“Steve Edmiston launched the 2018 Des Moines Waterland Classic Yacht Show by bringing Pacific Northwest history to life. The story of Roy Olmstead, Seattle’s Good Bootlegger, was a perfect beginning to our maritime festival! Steve entertained and enlightened the audience with passion. Months later, our fellow boaters are still fascinated with both Roy and Steve! “ 

                        - Bill and Patti Linscott, Classic Yacht Association / Des Moines Wooden Boat Show

“Steve Edmiston’s Tales of Adventure have injected the sprawling history of Military Road with a sense of drama and urgency, of being there - history you can feel - one where you can make your own decisions, and come to your own conclusions; the best kind of history, in my book.”

                                    -  Charlie Rathbun, King County 4Culture, Arts 4Culture, Creative Consultancies 

“The "The Maury Island Incident" is one of the most convincing and compelling UFO accounts that I have seen. Steve Edmiston, screenwriter, provides an excellent, detailed background introduction to the film audience for this, the first of three major West Coast UFO incidents that started on June 21, 1947 over Puget Sound waters in Washington State and ended with an August 6, UFO crash in Roswell, New Mexico.”

            - Steve Craig, Yelm UFO Festival 

Photo credit: 1955 Tupperware "Jubilee": Orange County, Florida. State Library and Archives of Florida - https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=53526283