Maritime Heritage Center


The maritime museum contains the restored hulk of the WT Preston snagboat, the last sternwheeler that operated on Puget Sound between 1929 and 1981, removing navigational hazards from the waterways. The museum is free, but springing for a tour lets you hop on board and look around.


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This museum in the historic Carnegie Library Building has a large collection of photos showcasing the area's past and maritime history.

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