Robert Siekert of Tacoma, Washington shares some historical landmarks in his home state you should visit.

1. HISTORICAL LANDMARKS IN
WASHINGTON STATE YOU
SHOULD VISIT
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Robert Siekert

2. Introduction
The west coast state was named for the first president of the
United States. The area has long been known for its lumber
industry and the growth of various fruits and vegetables. Humans
called the state home for thousands of years. However, European
settlements were not established until 1775. Along with scenic
terrain, Washington is known for the state’s many historic
landmarks.

3. Benewah Milk Bottle,
Spokane
The gigantic milk bottle building was
constructed in 1935 for Paul E.
Newport who owned the Benewah
Creamery Company. Newport
originally planned on creating six of
the structures. However, only two
were ever erected.

4. Fort Nisqually, Tacoma
The fort began as a trading post operated by the Hudson’s
Bay Company. As the location grew, people from various
ethnic backgrounds lived and worked here. Today, the fort
serves as a living history museum.

5. Fort Worden
The fort was constructed as a
protective military facility in order to
prevent invasion via the Puget Sound.
The site eventually transformed into a
state park. Today, guests have the
chance to explore the more than 100
structures that extend over two miles of
shoreline.

6. The Duwamish Fireboat
The boat was built in 1909 at a cost of
$126,400. For decades the ship helped
preserve the shoreline from fires by
emitting approximately 22,800 gallons of
water each minute. The boat was retired
in the fall of 1984 and today is viewed at
the Historic Ships Wharf.

7. THANK YOU FOR
YOUR TIME
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