Olympia Tumwater Foundation

06/19/2026

Reminder! Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls is officially part of the SEA&WIN app experience!

As part of the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater tour for the Seattle FIFA World Cup 2026™, you can now explore the park, complete challenges, and earn rewards—all while taking in one of the most iconic spots in our region.

Download the app, start your tour, and make sure Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls is one of your stops!

📲 Learn more + download: https://www.seattlefwc26.org/seaandwin/download

06/18/2026

Looking for a peaceful summer stroll?

The Centennial Rose Garden at the Schmidt House is in bloom and the grounds are open daily during daylight hours. Stop by and enjoy the beauty of hundreds of roses in one of Tumwater's most charming historic settings.

A huge thank you to the dedicated volunteers whose hard work keeps the garden looking so beautiful! ❤️

Want to see the inside of the historic Schmidt House? Join us for a guided tour at 11:00 am on:
📅 June 30
📅 July 14
📅 July 28

Tours last approximately 90 minutes.

06/18/2026

Need a break from the summer heat? Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls has you covered. 😎☀️

And a big welcome to visitors joining us for the Olympia | Tumwater | Lacey Fan Zone!

Learn more here: https://thurstonchamber.com/fanzone/

06/15/2026

1962 World’s Fair Postcard
Our very own Olympia Brewery earned a spot on this 1962 postcard promoting the Century 21 Exposition—better known today as the Seattle World’s Fair.

06/12/2026

A place to connect. A place to belong. 💙

Area seniors are invited to gather at Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls on the second Tuesday of each month at 2:00 pm for "Twosdays @ Tumwater Falls," a free community gathering hosted by The Elderhood Senior Alliance.

Whether you'd like to stroll the trails, sit and visit with new friends, share stories, or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings, this welcoming gathering is designed to bring elders together in conversation, connection, and community. Pets are welcome, too!

In a time when many seniors are experiencing isolation, these monthly gatherings offer an opportunity to feel seen, heard, and valued while enjoying one of our region's most treasured places.

📅 Second Tuesday of each month
⏰ 2:00 pm
📍 Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls
💲 Free to attend

For questions, contact Glenn Harper at [email protected] or visit https://www.elderhoodsenioralliance.org/elderhood-events/twosdays-at-tumwater-falls

We are pleased to help spread the word about opportunities that bring people together and strengthen our community.

06/11/2026

Olympia Tumwater Foundation is a 501(c)3 and operations at Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls are not publicly funded. That means we rely on donations and grants (not your tax dollars) to pay for maintenance, signage, programming, and all other aspects that support the park’s stewardship.

We’re looking to the community to build bridges from a rich past and a dynamic present into an even more welcoming, vibrant future. As a member of Friends of the Falls, your monthly donation will help ensure our beloved park is cared for and honored well into the future.

You can be the bridge! Check out this link to become a member of Friends of the Falls. 🔗 https://givebutter.com/friends-of-the-falls

06/10/2026

History came to life for residents of Bonaventure Senior Living during a recent visit to the Schmidt House as part of Olympia Tumwater Foundation's month-long America250 celebration!

Guests explored fascinating exhibits, learned about life in colonial America, handled replica artifacts, and even tried on tricorn hats. Special thanks to members of the Sons of the American Revolution and Daughters of the American Revolution for sharing their knowledge and helping make the experience memorable.

We're grateful to the residents and staff of Bonaventure for joining us and to Veronica Haworth, Bonaventure Activity Director, for capturing these wonderful photos.

06/09/2026

You've spent quality time at the falls, made lasting memories, and reflected on it all in the roar of its water. You tossed a stone into the flow, saw a family of otters splashing their way through, and watched the salmon run. All the while, those friends saw you at the park too, enjoying all it has to offer.

Now we’re calling on you to help us flow into exciting changes at the park! Upcoming renovations, native plant revival, and so much more are on the horizon.

Show your support by becoming a member of Friends of the Falls with a monthly donation today

🔗

By Olympia-Tumwater Foundation

06/08/2026

From the curator: Remember this turquoise-tiled fountain? Believe it or not, it still exists today. While the urn and statues are long gone, the fountain remains, now nestled beneath a blanket of ivy.

06/06/2026

The roses are so fragrant! Stop by the Schmidt House and check them out. Ahhhhhhh.