About Tumwater

Tumwater is near the state capital of Olympia. Residents enjoy the scenery of Puget Sound, mountain views, and the beauty of the Deschutes River. The legislative and employment opportunities of nearby Olympia appeal to residents. Other employers include local banks and the Olympia Regional Airport. Near the airport, the Olympic Flight Museum showcases vintage aircraft and participates in the Olympic Air Show each year. Another seasonal event is the Tumwater Pioneer Run, put on by the Chamber of Commerce. Students attend the Tumwater School District. A famous past resident was Dr. Nathaniel Ostrander, a pioneer doctor, who once lived in the Crosby House, now a museum where visitors relive the pioneer days of Washington state.

-- Latest Update 2010/06/07 by sherrybay