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25. Get Out of this World at the Maury Island Incident Mural
The origins of the Men in Black can be traced right back here to Seattle Southside, where a UFO sighting and subsequent possible hush-up operation called the Maury Island Incident took place over 75 years ago.
Today, the events of this incident are commemorated with the Maury Island Incident Mural, which you can visit at any time, and the annual Men in Black Birthday Bash, which takes place every June 22nd. You can also take a free self-guided walking tour which will guide you through points of interest related to the story.
Maury Island Incident Mural
In June of 1947, weeks before the infamous Roswell incident, Harold Dahl had a close encounter off the shores of Des Moines. Allegedly, one UFO in a group of six UFOs rained down a metallic substance on their boat, injuring Harold's son and killing Dahl’s beloved dog. Discover the art mural, commissioned by John White and created by Nancy and Zach Pahl, that displays the entire event.
The Maury Island Incident UFO Audio Walking Tour
In 1947, UFOs allegedly appeared over Puget Sound between Des Moines and Maury Island. This 1.2 mile round-trip walking tour will introduce you to the amazing tale of molten “slag” falling from a flying saucer over Harold Dahl’s boat, injuring his son and killing the family’s dog; the army-air force investigation that ended with the tragic crash of a B-25 bomber; the personal involvement of FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover; the first-ever reported encounter with “men in black;” and the new dispute over whether Harold Dahl ever confessed to a hoax.
History, mystery, ufology, conspiracy, truth and tragedy twist together in the Maury Island Incident. Experience the story as a walking tour narrated by the screenwriter of the Maury Island Incident film, Steve Edmiston.
Part I of the tour is a 0.6 mile walk, starting on a high bluff, then heading west to the Des Moines Marina. Return (round trip 1.2 miles) to your transportation for Part II, which consists of a short drive through Des Moines to see four incredible - and perhaps inexplicable - sculptures that just might not be from "around here."
Your starting point - the Maury Island Incident Mural, located at the intersection of 6th Avenue South and South 223rd Street in Des Moines.
Listen to the audio tour here: https://youraudiotour.com/tours/929/ - Unlock Code: “98198”
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