The Vanishing Murals of Port Townsend walking tour brings to life many of the vintage advertising murals still present in downtown Port Townsend, illuminating them within their historical and cultural context. Learn about early local businesses, buildings, and sign painters, as well as early modern advertising and Port Townsend's late 19th century boom and bust. Presented by the Jefferson County Historical Society.
Offered on only three dates this year: June 21st @11am; June 24th @6pm; and June 28th @1pm.
Pre-registration highly encouraged; some dates may sell out
The tour is 0.75 miles of walking and standing and is on an ADA-accessible route
Approx. 80 minutes
Tour starts at the JCHS Museum of Art + History
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Curious about other public walking tour offerings? The Jefferson County Historical Society will be offering two other themed walking tours this year: "Legends & Lore of Port Townsend" in July and August, and "Strange Shadows: Uncanny Tales of Port Townsend" around Halloween. Private tours also available year-round. Learn more at
jchsmuseum.com/walking-tours.