Tacoma Attractions
Tacoma is one of Washington's larger cities, conveniently located between Seattle and Olympia. The city has a variety of museums and cultural venues to entertain visitors and nearby are all kinds of recreational opportunities.
Children's Museum
The Children's Museum of Tacoma offers children a chance to learn and be creative while having fun. Some of the themes include art, gardening, neighborhoods, an area for parents to learn about entertaining ideas for children, and a regularly changing exhibit each week.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Commencement Bay Maritime Center
The Commencement Bay Maritime Center focuses on the history of Tacoma and the port.
Karpeles Manuscript Library
The Karpeles Library contains some very famous documents and claims to be the "world's largest private holding of important original manuscripts & documents". However, they are not all at the Tacoma location, the Karpeles Library has buildings across the United States. At the Tacoma location visitors will find originals by Napoleon, Gandhi, Galileo Galilei, and more.
Museum of Glass
The Museum of Glass in Tacoma, is a fine art museum focusing on glass in contemporary art. The museum features changing exhibits to check ahead to see what about current and upcoming exhibitions. The Museum of Glass, or MOG as it is often referred, opened in 2002 and is located in a very unique building with an easily identifiable stainless steel cone and the adjoining Chihuly Bridge of Glass.
All values are in United States Dollars
Museum of Glass
1801 East Dock Street
Tacoma, WA 98402-3217
United States
1801 East Dock Street
Tacoma, WA 98402-3217
United States
Phone 1 (253) 284-4750
Fax 1 (253) 396-1769
Hours
May 24 to September 6
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
September 7 to May 23
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always opened on:
Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
American Independance Day (July 4)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
| Family | $ 36.00 |
| Adult | $ 12.00 |
| Military discount | $ 10.00 |
| Senior over 62 | $ 10.00 |
| Child 12 & under | $ 5.00 |
| Child 5 & under | FREE |
Facilities
Gift shop
Tacoma Art Museum
In 2003 the Tacoma Art Museum moved locations to a new modern, and much larger facility. The museum features a permanent collection as well as temporary exhibits. Artist from the United States and around the world are showcased at the Tacoma Art Museum.
All values are in United States Dollars
Tacoma Art Museum
1701 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
United States
1701 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
United States
Phone 1 (253) 272-4258
Fax 1 (253) 627-1898
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
Martin Luther King's Birthday - USA (3rd Monday, January )
New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
| Family | $ 25.00 |
| Adult | $ 9.00 |
| Students | $ 8.00 |
| Military discount | $ 8.00 |
| Senior over 65 | $ 8.00 |
| Child 5 & under | FREE |
Tacoma Opera
The Tacoma Opera has been in operation since 1968 and is well respected in Washington. The opera presents a full season of performances each year and also offers educational programs.
Tacoma Opera
705 South 9th Street, #306
Tacoma, WA 98405-4600
United States
705 South 9th Street, #306
Tacoma, WA 98405-4600
United States
Phone 1 (253) 627-7789
Fax 1 (253) 627-1620
Union Station
Tacoma's historic Union Station has been lovingly restored and is worth a visit. The facility is available for rent evenings, weekends and holidays, and can hold up to 1,200 people. Union Station is open to the public weekdays during working hours.
Chihuly At Union Station
1717 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402-3234
United States
1717 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402-3234
United States
Phone 1 (253) 863-5173
Fax 1 (253) 863-2040
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Washington State History Museum
The Washington State History Museum in Tacoma displays both a permanent collection and changing exhibits. Visitors will learn about the history of the state and the Pacific Northwest.
All values are in United States Dollars
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always opened on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Martin Luther King's Birthday - USA (3rd Monday, January )
President's Day - USA (3rd Monday, February )
Veteran's Day - USA (November 11)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Martin Luther King's Birthday - USA (3rd Monday, January )
President's Day - USA (3rd Monday, February )
Veteran's Day - USA (November 11)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Always closed on:
Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
American Independance Day (July 4)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
| Adult | $ 8.00 |
| Senior over 60 | $ 7.00 |
| Military discount | $ 6.00 |
| Child 17 & under | $ 6.00 |
| Child 5 & under | FREE |
Tacoma Surroundings
Enumclaw, Washington
The town of Enumclaw lies just east of Tacoma. This mid- size town is a pleasant place to visit and is considered a gateway to some of the nearby natural attractions such as Mt. Rainier National Park.
Enumclaw Chamber of Commerce
1421 Cole Street
Enumclaw, WA 98022
United States
1421 Cole Street
Enumclaw, WA 98022
United States
Phone 1 (360) 825-7666
Fax 1 (360) 825-8369
Enumclaw - Mud Mountain Dam
(In Enumclaw, Washington)
Mud Mountain Dam was built in 1948 with the intention of keeping the surrounding areas from flooding, a regular occurence before the dam was errected. The area immediately around Mud Mountain Dam is visit friendly, with areas to view the dam and walking paths.
Hours
April 1 to May 14
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
May 15 to September 15
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
September 15 to November 15
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
November 16 to March 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Fox Island - Historical Museum
The Fox Island is located in Puget Sound and accessible by a bridge to the mainland. The Fox Island Historical Museum, with a focus on the island's history has undergone a recent expansion, allowing for more space for displays.
Lakewood - Lakewold Gardens
Lakewold Gardens offers 10 acres of gardens, statuary, landscape architecture and a Georgian-style mansion. The gardens were designed by a leading landscape architect, Thomas D. Church.
All values are in United States Dollars
Lakewold Gardens
12317 Gravelly Lake Drive SW, Box 39780
Lakewood, WA 98499
United States
12317 Gravelly Lake Drive SW, Box 39780
Lakewood, WA 98499
United States
Phone 1 (253) 584-4106
Fax 1 (253) 584-3021
Hours
January 2 to January 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 15:00 |
February 1 to March 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 |
April 1 to June 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
July 1 to August 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 20:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
September 1 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
October 1 to November 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 |
December 1 to December 23
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 15:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26)
| Adult | $ 7.00 |
| Senior over 62 | $ 5.00 |
| Students | $ 5.00 |
| Military discount | $ 5.00 |
| Child 12 & under | FREE |
Disabled
Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Wheelchair loan or rental
Wheelchair loan or rental
Puyallup, Washington
Puyallup was established in the 1870s, founded by, Ezra Meeker. The town hosts a number of annual events including the Puyallup Fall Fair held each September.
Chamber of Eastern Pierce County
417 East Pioneer
Puyallup, WA 98371
United States
417 East Pioneer
Puyallup, WA 98371
United States
Phone 1 (253) 845-6755
Fax 1 (253) 848-6164
Puyallup - Meeker Mansion
(In Puyallup, Washington)
Meeker Mansion in Puyallup is a late 1800s two storey home, built by the town's founder and mayor, Ezra Meeker. The home is open to the public and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Steilacoom, Washington
The small town of Steilacoom is known for its historical buildings, many of which are well maintained. The town, founded in the mid 1800's, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Steilacoom - Tribal Cultural Center and Museum
(In Steilacoom, Washington)
The Tribal Cultural Center and Museum explains the history of the Steilacoom Tribe with changing and permanent exhibits of jewelry, basketry and photography.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 |
Steilacoom Historical Museum
(In Steilacoom, Washington)
The Steilacoom Historical Museum focuses on the last half of the 1800s, with pioneer artifacts, photographs, and memorabilia.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
Sumner, Washington
Sumner is located just east of Tacoma. The town is small but its proximity to both Seattle and Tacoma provide all benefits of city life. The area offers a wealth of recreational opportunities and community is very active.
Chamber of Eastern Pierce County
417 East Pioneer
Puyallup, WA 98371
United States
417 East Pioneer
Puyallup, WA 98371
United States
Phone 1 (253) 845-6755
Fax 1 (253) 848-6164
Sumner Ryan House Museum
(In Sumner, Washington)
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