Things to Do

Washington State History Museum

A state history museum in downtown Tacoma's museum district, next to Union Station.

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The Washington State History Museum sits on Pacific Avenue in the heart of Tacoma's museum district, inside a landmark arched building beside Union Station.

It is an easy pairing with the Museum of Glass and Tacoma Art Museum on a walking day downtown. Check the museum's site for current exhibitions, hours and admission before you go.

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Chihuly Bridge of Glass

A pedestrian bridge installation linking downtown Tacoma with the waterfront museum area.

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Tacoma Art Museum

A mid-size art museum in the Museum District with a focus on Northwest artists.

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Union Station

A restored 1911 railway station in the Museum District, notable for its rotunda and glass installations.

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Thea Foss Waterway Esplanade

A flat waterside path along the Thea Foss Waterway, linking the museum cluster with marinas and viewpoints.

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Pantages Theater

Historic Broadway theater and one of downtown Tacoma's main performance venues.