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The University of Washington’s historic shell house was home base for the ‘Boys in the Boat.’ #k5evening

SEATTLE — It stands as a testament to the human spirit.

“Hidden in plain sight,” said capital campaign manager Nicole Klein.

The Associated Students of the University of Washington (ASUW) Shell House, once a Navy seaplane hangar, has witnessed more than 100 historic years here on the shores of the Montlake Cut. 

“Seattle has a connection to rowing,” said UW Eric Cohen said. “It’s been a huge part of who we are. This building is a representation of that community spirit and that community connection.”

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