Tacoma Historic Preservation

Tacoma Historic Preservation Update: We’re moving! As of June 1, this account won’t be posting new content. The Historic Preservation Office is dedicated to preserving that legacy.

Follow City of Tacoma's main account for news from Tacoma's Historic Preservation Program or check out our website: tacoma.gov/government/departments/planning-and-development-s Tacoma is rich with culture, history, archaeological resources, and historic architecture. From the earliest Native American inhabitants to waves of immigrants from around the world, many peoples contributed to Tacoma's cul

tural landscapes and the city that we live in today. The City of Tacoma has one of the Washington's oldest historic preservation programs, dating back to 1973. In 1974, Old City Hall became the first building on the Tacoma Register of Historic Places, followed closely by Union Station. Since then, the Tacoma Register of Historic Places has grown to include more than 160 properties, sites and places, as well as six local historic and conservation districts.

06/05/2026

We’re not going away...we’re just moving! Starting today, this account won’t be posting new content, but great planning and development stories and updates from the City of Tacoma Government are still just a tap or click away.
-Follow City of Tacoma Government for updates, events, news, and opportunities to engage with us
-Explore our website at tacoma.gov/historicpreservation
Thanks for being part of our planning community, and we’ll see you on the main channels!

05/29/2026

Congratulations to all the 2026 Historic Preservation Awards honorees and thank you to all our community partners for helping celebrate Historic Preservation Month! From History Pop-ups with to the Black Legacy and Historic Preservation Summit and many more events, May was a month full of amazing connections and learning. Our work continues everyday! 📌 Please note that this account will be merging onto the City of Tacoma main account. After today, new content for Tacoma Culture (Tacoma Historic Preservation Program) will appear on (📷 credit for Awards Night group photo: Kevin Bartoy, Chair of the Landmarks Preservation Commission)

05/26/2026
Come see the new Clerk’s House and more tonight at 5:30pm!
05/21/2026

Come see the new Clerk’s House and more tonight at 5:30pm!

Happening on Saturday, May 9 at the Washington State Black Legacy Institute.
05/07/2026

Happening on Saturday, May 9 at the Washington State Black Legacy Institute.

03/31/2026

⏰ UPDATE: Nominations deadline is extended to March 31 ‼️

Reminder, nominations for the 2026 Historic Preservation Awards are open.
The Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission is seeking nominations to celebrate individuals, projects, partnerships, and organizations who enhance and preserve Tacoma’s unique character through outstanding heritage related efforts.

Nominations may be submitted via an online form here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=_OX4jnXzrkCrmeXO6YAScREqzCZphahKrRJwDSyTNSxUQTVEVkdVUzJQNkxBT0UyTVdZRzUxWDgxUy4u&route=shorturl

More information, including the award categories, are available here: https://tacoma.gov/news/nominations-open-now-through-march-17-for-2026-historic-preservation-awards/
Past honorees are listed by year along with details about the awards night event on Tacoma Historic Preservation's website here: https://tacoma.gov/.../may-is-historic-preservation-month

03/31/2026

The Art & History of Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park presented by Parks Tacoma Planning and Asset Manager, Claire Keller-Scholz. Claire discusses the h...

Is there a local project, organization, or individual you think deserves recognition for work in the areas of historic p...
03/24/2026

Is there a local project, organization, or individual you think deserves recognition for work in the areas of historic preservation, history, or cultural heritage?
📣 Nominate them for a 2026 Tacoma Historic Preservation Award!
Deadline for nominations has been extended to March 31, 2026. Award categories, nomination form and more at the link in bio.

(photo from the 2024 Historic Preservation Awards Night, held at the Blue Mouse Theater)

Have you explored the newest section of the Prairie Line Trail yet?
03/23/2026

Have you explored the newest section of the Prairie Line Trail yet?

03/13/2026

We are currently recruiting docents for Tacoma Historical Society's 2026 Historic Homes Tour. This year's tour will take place on Saturday, May 2nd and Sunday May 3rd.

Each docent will be asked to volunteer for at least one shift of approximately 4 hours. In addition, docents will need to attend a training session in mid-April.

As a thank you, docents will be offered up to 2 tour tickets at 50% off.

Questions? Please email [email protected]

Please use this link to sign up and fill out the docent form:
https://tacomahistory.ludus.com/volunteer/opportunity/8920

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747 Market Street, Third Floor
Tacoma, WA
98402

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(253)5915220

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https://tacoma.gov/p

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