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Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

Tourist attraction

4.6(1001 reviews)
Open Open ⋅ Closes 5 PM
Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

About

Re-created 1830s trading post. Re-creation of the first Puget Sound European settlement, with a fort & costumed interpreters.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    5519 Five Mile Dr, Tacoma, WA 98407
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    Phone
    (253) 404-3970
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    Hours
    Monday:11 AM–5 PM
    Tuesday:11 AM–5 PM
    Wednesday:11 AM–5 PM
    Thursday:11 AM–5 PM
    Friday:11 AM–5 PM
    Saturday:11 AM–5 PM
    Sunday:11 AM–5 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Highlights

  • Live performances: Has live performances

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Restroom: Has restroom
  • Restaurant: No restaurant

Crowd

  • Family-friendly: Family-friendly

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Kid-friendly activities: Has kid-friendly activities

Parking

  • Free parking lot: Free parking lot
  • On-site parking: On-site parking

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