We pass by tons of buildings every day, but every once in awhile you come across one designed by a true artist. We even boast some magnificent Castles in Washington! Of course, there’s not enough time to list all of the beautiful structures in our state, but here are 15 that are seriously impressive:
- Seattle Public Library
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Flickr / jeffwilcox Escape in a great novel here downtown, or just stand out front and be amazed!
- The Hastings Building, Port Townsend
Wikipedia According to their website, this structure is located in the Historic Commercial District in Port Townsend, and has three floors which are currently planned for a full historic rehabilitation as part of the Hastings Building/Hastings Landing Project.
- Columbia River Washington Temple, Richland
Flickr / rickety A peaceful temple located in the tri-cities.
- Union Station, Tacoma
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Flickr / greenplasticamy While you’re in the area, be sure to also stop by the Museum of Glass or Tacoma Dome for more architectural splendor.
- Gamwell Home, Bellingham
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Roland G. Gamwell made a fortune from the real estate boom in the late 1800s and hired two innovative architects to meticulously build his home.
- Saint Spiridon Orthodox Cathedral, South Lake Union
Flickr / greenplasticamy You’ll likely do a double-take of this unique cathedral in Seattle.
- Patsy Clark Mansion, Spokane
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Originally designed in 1897 for a mining millionaire, this mansion has served as a restaurant for many years. It was eventually bought by a law firm, though it is available for private events, like receptions, small luncheons, dinner parties or weddings.
- Jefferson County Courthouse
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This Romanesque-style establishment was built in the 1890s in Port Townsend.
- Old Washington Capitol, Olympia
Flickr / auvet The Capitol moved out in 1928, and the current property has served as an office for the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
- Suzzallo Library
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Flickr / michaelmattiphotography This library offers great reads on the University of Washington campus!
- A charming Victorian house spotted in Port Townsend.
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There are so many elegant structures in this city in Jefferson County!
- Walla Walla Community College
Flickr / theslowlane This isn’t your typical community college facility on the exterior, but you’ll find amazing educational programs offered inside.
- Capitol Theatre, Yakima
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Wikipedia Also known as Lowe State Theatre, this performing arts venue puts on some fabulous shows!
- Garfield County Courthouse, Pomeroy
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This 1901 Victorian-style building in Eastern Washington was designed by the brilliant architect, Charles Burggraf.
- Experience Music Project (EMP) Museum, Queen Anne
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Flickr / fmf0 Check out the one-of-a-kind music & sci-fi exhibits here in Seattle!
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Flickr / jeffwilcox
Escape in a great novel here downtown, or just stand out front and be amazed!
Wikipedia
According to their website, this structure is located in the Historic Commercial District in Port Townsend, and has three floors which are currently planned for a full historic rehabilitation as part of the Hastings Building/Hastings Landing Project.
Flickr / rickety
A peaceful temple located in the tri-cities.
Flickr / 21953562@N07
Flickr / greenplasticamy
While you’re in the area, be sure to also stop by the Museum of Glass or Tacoma Dome for more architectural splendor.
Wikipedia
Roland G. Gamwell made a fortune from the real estate boom in the late 1800s and hired two innovative architects to meticulously build his home.
Flickr / greenplasticamy
You’ll likely do a double-take of this unique cathedral in Seattle.
Flickr / axis
Originally designed in 1897 for a mining millionaire, this mansion has served as a restaurant for many years. It was eventually bought by a law firm, though it is available for private events, like receptions, small luncheons, dinner parties or weddings.
This Romanesque-style establishment was built in the 1890s in Port Townsend.
Flickr / auvet
The Capitol moved out in 1928, and the current property has served as an office for the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Flickr / michaelmattiphotography
This library offers great reads on the University of Washington campus!
Flickr / 72213316@N00
There are so many elegant structures in this city in Jefferson County!
Flickr / theslowlane
This isn’t your typical community college facility on the exterior, but you’ll find amazing educational programs offered inside.
Also known as Lowe State Theatre, this performing arts venue puts on some fabulous shows!
Flickr / kewing
This 1901 Victorian-style building in Eastern Washington was designed by the brilliant architect, Charles Burggraf.
Flickr / fmf0
Check out the one-of-a-kind music & sci-fi exhibits here in Seattle!
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