Historic Sites in Tumwater

Henderson House Museum

The Henderson House Museum was built in 1905 by a German brewmaster during the heyday of the Olympia Brewing Company.  See an original early 20th century kitchen and exhibits of local art and Tumwater history.  Open: Thurs, Fri, Sun 1-4 pm.

602 Deschutes Way
Tumwater, Washington 98501
(360) 754-4163, (360) 754-4161

Historic Crosby House

Built in 1858, the Historic Crosby House is one of the oldest wood-framed pioneer houses in Washington.  Throughout the house are furnishings from the 1860's pioneer era.  Open:  Thursdays, Sundays 1-3 pm, March to October.

703 Deschutes Way
Tumwater, Washington 98501
(360) 943-9884

The Union and Pioneer Calvary Cemetery was formally dedicated in 1867 on the homestead of Tumwater Pioneer Jesse Ferguson.  Tumwater founders George and Isabella Bush, and other early pioneers are buried here.

5700 Littlerock Road
Tumwater, Washington

History Events in Tumwater

• Tumwater Homesteaders Pioneer Fair
  (held on a weekend in the end of May or early June)
  Peter G. Schmidt Elementary School
  6600 Capitol Boulevard, Tumwater
  
  
• Tumwater Falls Heritage Harvest Festival
  (held on the first Sunday in October)
  Tumwater Falls Park
  Deschutes Way
  Tumwater, Washington

History Education Programs

Explore the heritage of Tumwater with your students on the  Pioneer Homes Tour, discover the importance of the Deschutes River on the Power of the Deschutes Tour, or borrow a Discovery Kit that offers hands-on investigation of “mysterious” objects used by pioneer children.  Tours are available seasonally, Discovery Kits may be rented at any time.  

To request a brochure that includes a reservation form, call 754-4217 or e-mail tumwatermuseums@olywa.net.