A Tiny Town Big on History & Natural Beauty
In its historic heyday, Tenino was home to a booming sandstone quarry that put the town on the map.
History Buffs
We may have been one of the last regions of the country to be settled, but the stories about our founders are no less adventurous.
Come explore the sandstone quarries and learn about the wooden money in Tenino. Experience the nostalgia of WWII aviation at Tumwater’s Olympic Flight Museum and learn more about the region’s Native American Tribes.
Explore Family-Friendly Historical Sites and Museums
Exploring the many historical sites and museums throughout the Olympia region offers a blend of education, cultural enrichment, architectural aesthetics and a sense of connection to the past, allowing us to engage…
Washington Capitol Campus Tours: Plan the Perfect Visit
A visit to the Washington State Capitol Campus isn’t complete without a guided tour of the Legislative Building. These free, walking tours are offered daily and typically last about 50 minutes.
Sunken Garden: Renovated and Reopened
After two years of renovation, the Sunken Garden at the state Capitol Campus in Olympia has reopened to the public with new landscaping, a reconfigured layout, and ADA access.
Taste the History, Legacy and Future of Craft Brewing
Olympia Beer is well known by locals and visitors alike, and for good reason. The history of brewing in Thurston County runs deep and so does the admiration for the legendary beer and undeniable design that was way beyond the time.
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Arbutus Folk School
610 4th Ave E. Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 350-0187
Bigelow House
918 Glass Ave NE Olympia, Washington 98506
Capitol Tour
416 Sid Snyder Ave SW Olympia, Washington 98504 (360) 902-8880
The Coach House
211 21st Avenue SW Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 918-4694
Crosby House Museum
702 Deschutes Way N Tumwater, Washington 98502 (360) 943-9884
Fort Henness Monument
183rd and Apricot Road Grand Mound, Washington
Gallery Boom
3959 Martin Way E, Ste. A Olympia, Washington 98506 (360) 259-3412
Gate City Schoolhouse
16925 Moon Road SW Rochester, Washington 98579 (360) 273-0707
Hands On Children’s Museum
414 Jefferson Street NE Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 956-0818
Jacob Smith House
4500 Intelco Loop SE Lacey, Washington 98503 (360) 491-0857
Korean War Memorial
14th Avenue Southeast Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 902-8880
Lacey Museum
829 Lacey Street SE Lacey, Washington 98503 (360) 438-0209
Law Enforcement Memorial
416 Sid Snyder Ave SW Olympia, Washington 98507
The Lord Mansion
211 21st Avenue SW Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 918-4694
Medal of Honor Memorial
416 Sid Snyder Ave SW Olympia, Washington 98507
Monarch Sculpture Park
8431 Waldrick Rd SE Tenino, Washington 98589 (360) 264-2408
Moon Tree at Capitol Campus
103 Sid Snyder Ave SW Olympia, Washington 98501
Olympia Artesian Well
415 4th Avenue E. Olympia, Washington 98501
Olympia Kiwanis Club and Foundation
PO Box 2875 Olympia, Washington 98507 (360) 556-0498
Olympic Flight Museum
7637 Old Hwy 99 SE Tumwater, Washington 98501 (360) 999-3639
Percival Landing
405 Columbia St NW Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 753-8380
POW/MIA Memorial
Winged Victory Circle Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 902-8880
Puget Sound Estuarium
309 State Ave. NE Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 918-8412