Welcome to Tacoma's History
Have you ever passed a building in Tacoma and wondered about its history? Are you curious about a distinctive home or the story behind a historic structure in the city? Whether you work in a historic building or simply have an interest in Tacoma’s rich past, Tacoma History Comes Alive can bring those stories to life.
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We offer a variety of Tacoma history presentations that will entice and delight - providing you with a new way to appreciate the people and places of Tacoma history. You will hear stories you have never heard before.
A few of the Tacoma history presentations we offer include:
- Westmoreland Terrace Neighborhood – The history of 90 homes built in Tacoma's North End in 1951
- Stadium High School, Wright Park, and Entrepreneurs – The history of Tacoma's Stadium District
- Rough & Tumble – The history of the Town of Ruston
- Downtown Tacoma’s Alluring History – The history of the buildings and entrepreneurs of downtown Tacoma
- Lovely & Historic Homes – The history of Tacoma’s historic homes
Our Tacoma history presentations are 25 minutes long, with an additional 10 minutes for questions and discussion. If you are interested in a specific Tacoma history topic, we can also tailor a presentation to pique your curiosity.
Our presentations are available to community groups, clubs, and businesses. Monetary fees are collected at the time of the presentation.
Contact Patty today at 253-208-0135 to schedule a presentation you are sure to enjoy!
Call 253-208-0135 or email me with any questions you may have about our Tacoma history walking tours, Historic home history research or Tacoma history presentations.
History is more than a lesson in a book or an internet search. History is a passion for sharing stories and carrying on meaningful traditions.
~ Anonymous

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