The City of Tumwater has been defined by the presence of the brewery site, former home of Olympia Beer, for more than 120 years. The culture and history of the brewery lie deep in the land and flow in the waters of the Deschutes River and the artesian wells so integral to the Olympia Beer brand and our region’s identity.

There are economic, political, environmental, and logistical challenges to redeveloping the grounds and buildings of the shuttered brewery, including the fact that most of the brewery parcels are privately owned. The city continues to take actions within its purview toward reinvigorating the site according to the community’s vision.

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For more information, contact the Community Development Department at cdd@ci.tumwater.wa.us or (360) 754-4180.