
Des Moines Historical Society
4.3 (8)museum
Puget Sound maritime history and everyday local life since the 1870s, preserved inside the historic Odd Fellows Hall.
Description






The museum documents greater Des Moines, Washington, across chapters of work, transportation, recreation, and public safety. Its collections gather thousands of physical items, including glass negatives, tintypes, newspapers, and research materials that capture the area's evolution. Alongside a permanent maritime exhibit, the space also serves as a neighborhood hub hosting public programs, presentations, and community activities.
