Despite there being approximately one week of the official summer season left, the warmth and sunshine are here to stay for at least a little while longer - all the more reason to make a bucket list of weekend plans and take advantage of the longer days before they’re gone! Tacoma has so much to offer already, but exploring the different gems around Washington sure is a blast and a great way to spice up your normal routine.

In a state where it rains upwards of 150 days out of the year, when that summer sun hits the PNW, we are throwing off our rain jackets and heading outdoors to soak up every minute of those glorious golden rays. Summers in Tacoma are heating up, but there are plenty of ways to stay cool while enjoying sunshine in the city.

As the restoration of Tacoma’s Old City Hall progresses, we are thrilled to share the latest updates of the iconic landmark, filled with historical and architectural significance. Here’s a detailed look at what we’ve been up to!

High on the hill overlooking Commencement Bay sits Old City Hall, a historical landmark for this lovable gritty city we call Tacoma. Built by San Francisco architects, Edward Hatherton and Colin McIntosh, in 1893 during a depression era, this Italian-esque brick structure served as a city government building until 1957.

We are excited to offer Monthly Parking Reservations!

Tacoma, rich in history and architectural treasures, holds a hidden gem that not only serves as a connection between two streets but also weaves a narrative of time, culture, and urban evolution.

Tacoma, with its vibrant past, has seen its fair share of transformations over the years. Nestled in its heart is a hidden gem that stands as a testament to the city's dynamic history — the Auditorium Dance Hall, later known as the Crescent Ballroom.

Constructed when the city was still the Wild West, Tacoma’s Pantages Theater established itself all on its own, making its mark on the arts in the South Sound region from the beginning.

From humble beginnings to a timeless classic! Who can forget those iconic pink tins? They've been the symbol of sharing sweetness for generations.

The Tacoma Public Library Main Branch, also known as the Carnegie Library, holds a rich architectural history.

It’s hard to imagine a Tacoma without its Brown Castle - our very own Hogwarts as it is often referred to.

No landmark, no historic building has weathered the test of time quite like Union Station on Pacific Avenue.

Explore the iconic bridge's historical importance, architectural design, and its role in Tacoma's development as a thriving port city.

The mystery and confusion of the origin of Old City Hall’s bricks is an ongoing point of interest among community members and local history buffs alike.

Meet the wildly wonderful, Velma Stewart, of FLYSTART Foundation.

Meet Vanessa Lewis of FLYSTART, an intervention/prevention organization that steers individuals away from institutionalized models.

Meet Krystina Jarvis, founder and CEO of A Drop in The Ocean shop. A local, zero-waste and sustainable living boutique dedicated to giving back to the environment and the community.

Meet Christina Vega, publisher at Blue Cactus Press. A local independent and hybrid publisher crafting books that serve as community resources for and by historically marginalized groups.

Meet Knic Pfost of Blue Cactus Press. A local micro-press that operates out of the Union Club, publishing books “from the edges”.

Meet Kwabi Amoah-Forson. Arguably one of Tacoma’s most well known and loved humanitarians.