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Port Townsend

Port Townsend is a city at the northeast tip of the Olympic Peninsula, in Washington, where the Strait of Juan de Fuca meets the Puget Sound. In addition to its natural scenery, it is known for its Victorian architecture and thriving arts scene.

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    Jefferson Museum of Art and History

    A working city hall, court, with an old jail cell, various other historical exhibits, and an art gallery.

    Sat Sun 11AM-4PMAdults $6, seniors $5, children $1

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    Manresa Castle

    On the National Historic Registry. Also one of the most haunted buildings in America.

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    Northwind Arts Center

    Regularly-rotated exhibits of visual arts, as well as periodic readings, films, and performances.

    Thu-Sun noon-5PM

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    Point Wilson Lighthouse

    An abandoned lighthouse, it is closed off, but still worth a look from the outside.

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    Port Townsend Art Walk

    The art galleries in town are all open late, providing refreshments and a chance to speak with the artists themselves.

    5:30-8PM, every first Sat of the month

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    Puget Sound Coast Artillery Museum

    Preserves and interprets coast artillery history, with exhibits on the history of Fort Worden.

    11AM-4PMAdults $4, ages 6-12 $2, family $10, ages 0-5 and active duty military free, active duty military partners and dependents free

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    Rothschild House Museum

    On a bluff overlooking Port Townsend Bay stands a historic house built by Bavarian immigrant and businessman "Baron" Rothschild. The house has been largely unchanged since the 1800s, giving a glimpse into life from over a century ago.

    Adults $6, seniors $5, children $1