Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

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Whether his interests are in history, agriculture, bushcraft, or all things family, treat dad this Father's Day to a vis...
06/19/2026

Whether his interests are in history, agriculture, bushcraft, or all things family, treat dad this Father's Day to a visit to Fort Nisqually. All dads get complimentary admission this Sunday, June 21st! And yes, grandads too!

Make it a day to remember this weekend!

Did Father's Day sneak up on you? Are you stuck scrambling to buy your dad a worthy gift to match his awesomeness? 👨🌟Nis...
06/17/2026

Did Father's Day sneak up on you? Are you stuck scrambling to buy your dad a worthy gift to match his awesomeness? 👨🌟

Nisqually Live tickets are on sale now and would make a fantastic Father's Day gift! This 21+ live music event is happening for the first time ever at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum on August 7th, 2026 between 6-9pm. The event will feature the , a local bluegrass band, food trucks, a cash bar ranby the , and 19th century crafts! The perfect event to gift your dad tickets to! Find more information here: https://www.parkstacoma.gov/event/nisqually-live/

Got a sweet tooth? Don't miss Dine We Must on Friday, June 26th from 6-9pm! Enjoy a delicious catered meal from featu...
06/13/2026

Got a sweet tooth? Don't miss Dine We Must on Friday, June 26th from 6-9pm! Enjoy a delicious catered meal from featuring local tribal caught salmon with seasonal PNW sides, then feast upon delicious Victorian desserts prepared in the Fort's period kitchen. We just have a few spots left for this magical evening at Fort Nisqually! Get your tickets before they close on Thursday, June 18th!

https://www.parkstacoma.gov/event/dine-we-must/

Can you spot the difference in these two images? One of them has wine! Join us at Dine We Must on Friday, June 26th and...
06/11/2026

Can you spot the difference in these two images?

One of them has wine! Join us at Dine We Must on Friday, June 26th and enjoy a glass of wine from the Fort Nisqually Foundation while you try your hand at 19th century crafts like candle dipping and soap carving! Then feast on a delicious PNW meal catered by and indulge in Victorian desserts prepared in our own period kitchen! It is a magical evening you won't want to miss!

Get your tickets now! https://fnlhmstore.company.site/products/dine-we-must-event-tickets

06/05/2026

Nisqually Live; Friday August 7th, 6-9pm. Be there or be forced to listen to less than amateur banjo playing indefinitely 😂

We were delighted to welcome members of the Heritage League of Pierce County to Fort Nisqually Living History Museum for...
06/04/2026

We were delighted to welcome members of the Heritage League of Pierce County to Fort Nisqually Living History Museum for a special guided tour yesterday! Thank you for spending the afternoon with us exploring Fort Nisqually's history and ongoing preservation.

Did you know Fort Nisqually offers group tours for clubs, organizations, schools, and community groups? Our guided experiences bring the stories of the Pacific Northwest and the Hudson's Bay Company era to life for groups of all ages.

Interested in scheduling a group visit? We'd love to host your group and share the history of Fort Nisqually with you! Visit fortnisqually.org to learn more, or to schedule a tour for your group!

06/04/2026

Tickets go live 6/5/26 👀

Calling all dessert lovers! These are not your everyday sweets. At Dine we Must on June 26th from 6-9pm, our fabulous vo...
06/03/2026

Calling all dessert lovers!

These are not your everyday sweets. At Dine we Must on June 26th from 6-9pm, our fabulous volunteers recreate a buffet of historic Victorian Era desserts using authentic historic methods and recipes, bringing flavors of the past to life in a way few people ever get to experience.

And, judging by the reactions from our staff and event attendees from past years, they're worth saving room for.

The evening begins with a professionally catered dinner featuring locally sourced ingredients, followed by these one-of-a-kind desserts, all enjoyed within the stunning atmosphere of the Fort.

Tickets are limited and selling fast. Do not miss this unforgettable evening of history, food, and community.

Get your tickets today before they're gone! https://fnlhmstore.company.site/products/dine-we-must-event-tickets

Our lovely will be running the beer garden at the Point Defiance Park Flower & Garden Festival next Saturday and Sunday...
05/30/2026

Our lovely will be running the beer garden at the Point Defiance Park Flower & Garden Festival next Saturday and Sunday, June 6th and 7th! Proceeds go towards funding Fort Nisqually's operating expenses, including care of collections and education and interpretive programs, as well as capitol projects and special projects. Find more information about the beer garden here: https://parkstacoma.tickettomato.com/event/10016

Address

5519 Five Mile Drive/Inside Point Defiance Park
Tacoma, WA
98407

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 5pm
Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

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(253)4043970

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