Mystic Light museum exhibit shines on big stage

As museum exhibits go, “In the Valley of Mystic Light” was a work of art.

On several levels.

Based on the acclaimed Claire Swedberg and Rita Hupy book of the same name, “In the Valley of Mystic Light” was curated by Karen Summers and displayed from October 2017 to February 2018 at the Skagit County Historical Museum in La Conner.

It proved a hit with the public and critics alike.

The most recent proof came last Thursday when “In the Valley of Mystic Light” was tabbed by the Washington Museum Association for an Excellence in Exhibits award.

Director Jo Wolfe accepted the award on behalf of the...