Do you recall Seattle’s central waterfront way back when? Remember the seawall being built in the 1930s? Have memories of important or special times, people, or events? The City of Seattle is collecting stories to celebrate the history of the waterfront and seawall.

Sharing your story is easy!

1. Call 1-877-633-2420 toll-free to record your story
2. Send an email to: seawall@seattle.gov
3. Mail a letter to:
   Sonia Palma
   Waterfront/Seawall Oral History Project
   P.O. Box 34996
   Seattle, WA 98124

Be sure to include your name and contact information. We may follow up with you to arrange a videotaping of your story.

Questions?

(206) 618-8584
seawall@seattle.gov
www.seattle.gov/transportation/seawall.htm

The Elliott Bay Seawall Project and Waterfront Seattle are part of the City of Seattle’s Waterfront Program, which will replace the failing seawall to protect public safety and create fun and safe new space for things like parks, paths, access to the water, and places to enjoy views, events, and cultural activities along the waterfront.

Thank you to our community partners!

History House of Greater Seattle

Photographs courtesy of Seattle Municipal Archives