About

Welcome to the adventures and stories of Garbage Goat & Kid!
A Here & There project to connect locals and visitors to our wonderful Spokane.
We're connecting local places and events with timeless stories.

The "Welding Nun"
Sister Paula Turnbull

Honoring the woman who gave Spokane its beloved Garbage Goat.

Student

Coast to Coast

Born in Seattle and pursued her undergraduate education at Fort Wright College and furthered her studies through graduate work at Sienna Heights College, Parsons School of Design, and University of Washington.

Sister & Sculptor

Nationwide

Sister Paula Mary Turnbull took her vows shortly after turning 18, and found that nurturing her faith also meant nurturing her artistic spirit.
Her artwork is scattered not just throughout Spokane, but nationwide.

Art Professor

Fort Wright College to Abroad

Student turn Professor turn Department Chairwoman. Sister Turnbull awareness and rare clarity in her passions and gifts are showcased throughout her lifetime. She shared all of this through her artwork, but also through teachings, whether home and abroad she shared her passions.

Expo '74

Riverfront Park, Spokane

Actively participated in the early planning of Expo '74, specifically in the fair's sculpture program. She helped select works that were installed throughout Riverfront Park, 14 pieces became permanent features, including her Garbage Goat.

As Sister Paula Turnbull modeled,
the most impactful person you can be in your community is by fostering and sharing your passion.

Behind the Pages

Meg Young

Author

Born and raised in Spokane, Meg's passions all came full circle after becoming a mom. Stories, teaching, history, and adventure all melded into one in hopes of sharing more of Spokane with her growing kids.

Melissa Murakami

Illustrator

Melissa is a PNW-based illustrator and story artist with a passion for bringing out the kid in everyone. Melissa grew her skills as a proud graduate of Whitworth University, then continued on and completed her MFA in Digital Arts.