Old Tacoma is a neighborhood of the north end of Tacoma, Washington, more commonly known as Old Town. Old Town owes its name to the fact that it was the location of the original …

Jan 15, 2019 · Old Town Tacoma is a small area of Tacoma close to the Waterfront, Stadium and downtown districts, but while the core of the neighborhood is small, it's got its own distinct …

Check out these stunning historical photos that will take you back to the old Tacoma from the 1880s. With many piles of lumber ready for loading, the wharf is at the image lower edge. A …

Aug 4, 2017 · Old Town, located at the bottom of 30th hill and along Ruston Way is the birthplace of Tacoma, and it is no wonder Job Carr settled here with the waterfront and spectacular …

Dec 3, 2024 · Tacoma has nine historic districts, including four that are listed on the local Tacoma Register (TR), eight that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NR), and eight …

Known as the birthplace of Tacoma, it’s no wonder that pioneer Job Carr decided to build his original log cabin in present-day Old Town Park, with its peaceful setting and spectacular …

During World War I, the region’s lumber produced shipyards on the tideflats and more residents moved into town amid an industrial boom. The United States Army built Camp Lewis on …

A historic preservation movement developed when urban renewal threatened the Old City Hall and Northern Pacific Headquarters. Tacoma has rediscovered the elegance of the past by …

What stories do these 24 old maps tell about Old Tacoma's past? From 1897 to present day, these maps reveal the evolution of streets, neighborhoods, iconic landmarks, and natural …

The Old Tacoma saloon opened in 1884 on this site. The building was torn down and replaced in 1917 by the David Building. The first tenants were the Radonich Brother’s, who operated a …