Things to do

Olympic Peninsula Tribal Cultures

Indian tribes have lived on the Olympic Peninsula for thousands of years. Their rich, complex cultures reflect their traditions of hunting, fishing, sea-faring and tribal crafts. The five tribes of the North Olympic Peninsula include the...

Point Wilson Lighthouse

Point Wilson marks the west entrance into the Puget Sound. It is the turning point from the Strait of Juan de Fuca into Admiralty Inlet. The current station was built in 1914, replacing the original tower. The 49-foot tower was built in an...

Jefferson County Historical Museum

Located in historic City Hall (1892), the museum continues to discover, collect, preserve and promote Jefferson County heritage, including Native American history, Victorian life and military and maritime memorabilia. Additional history exhibits...

If You Are Short on Time, Try the Moments in Time Trail

The Moments in Time Nature Trail is an easy 0.5-mile trail that meanders through the woods and along the shoreline of Lake Crescent offering a variety of environments from breathtaking views of Lake Crescent and Pyramid...

Clallam Bay & Slip Point Beach Park

Clallam Bay Spit and Community Beach County Park is a 33 acre park jointley managed with Washington State Parks.  The Park is located where the nutrient-rich water of the...

Port Townsend Marine Science Center & Natural History Museum

The Port Townsend Marine Science and Natural History Museum promote the scientific study of Puget Sound and the Northwest Straits with interactive live exhibits for the public and educational programs, training and support for teachers and...

Quilcene Historical Museum

Featuring exhibits of Quilcene community history, with military, logging and mining memorabilia, relevant artifacts, documents and photographs.

151 E. Columbia St.
Quilcene, WA
tel: 360-765-4848

Wooden Boat Foundation

At the heart of Port Townsend's Victorian seaport, this non-profit community organization works to preserve and celebrate traditional maritime skills and culture through education — providing programs and water classes for adults and youth. The...

Rothschild House Museum

The 1868 Greek Revival style home, now a Washington State Park, was the home of German immigrant and early Port Townsend merchant Henry Rothschild, wife Dorette and their four children. The house is filled with the objects and furnishings of the...

Museum and Arts Center/Sequim-Dungeness Valley

This regional museum includes natural and cultural history displays and showcases the Manis Mastodon discovered in Sequim. Rotating collection, art exhibits and a museum store are featured. The historic Dungeness Schoolhouse, built in 1892, has a...

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Area Information Centers

Want to get local? These community sites are great resources for finding even more information on local happenings, local businesses and places to stay. Take a look at these sites and plan your trip to the Olympic Peninsula!