Secrets of Seattle's Historic Shoreline Walking Tours

2101 Alaskan Way,Seattle WA 98121

15 June, 2022

Description

Join geology writer David B. Williams on a walking tour exploring how the Seattle shoreline has shifted across time More so than most cities, Seattle has shaped itself to suit its needs. Seattle has removed hills, filled tide flats, and created a completely new downtown shoreline. Join geologist and writer David B. Williams on a walking tour to explore the last vestiges of the former downtown bluffs, trace the lost island of Seattle, and examine how the subterranean fill still affects the modern landscape. Learn more about the event and author at: https://waterfrontparkseattle.org/event/historic-shoreline-walking-tour/ This two-hour walking tour starts at the intersection of Alaskan Way and Lenora Street along the waterfront and ends at Occidental Park, it is approximately 1.5 miles including about two flights of stairs. The tour is planned to occur the third Wednesday of each month running March through August. Group size is limited per tour, register here to reserve free tickets. The entire session will be held outdoors, so please dress for the weather. Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in. Please note that COVID policies have changed since the publishing of this event and may continue to change per public health guidelines. See the Visit Pier 62 page (Safety & Sanitation and FAQ sections) for the latest info on safety requirements and arrival tips: https://waterfrontparkseattle.org/pier-62/#visit