Georgetown Steam Plant
4.7 (153)museum
4.7 (153)A soaring 1906 powerhouse where visitors can explore massive steam turbines and early electrical machinery up close.
Description
Originally built to power the Seattle-Tacoma Interurban Railway and later Seattle City Light, this National Historic Landmark leaves its unblocked spaces open for visitors to wander freely. Volunteer docents lead tours shaped by their varying background perspectives to share the plant's history and early engineering. The preserved structure also hosts rotating art exhibits and provides distinct opportunities for photographers.
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Free tours