Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory of Canada. Today, the park is your gateway to learn about the Klondike Gold Rush, explore the area's public lands, and engage with the local community.
Photo: NPS
Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park
Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush.
- LocationSeattle, WA
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursToday: Closed
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Weather now55°F Sunny
- Alerts No active alerts
Overview
Topics
- Banking
- Engineering
- Immigration
- The Gold Rush
- Westward Expansion
Things to Do
5 experiences from the National Park Service, plus every activity offered in the park. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
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Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial
Fee applies
The Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial is an outdoor exhibit commemorating the internment of Japanese Americans from Bainbridge Island in the state of Washington. It is a unit of…
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Bainbridge Island Junior Ranger Program
Earn a Junior Ranger badge at Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial
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Klondike Gold Rush Junior Ranger Program
At the start of your visit, ask for a Junior Ranger booklet at the information desk. As you explore the park… learn about the routes the gold stampeders took find out how the Klondike Gold Rush…
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Trail to Treasure Walking Tour
The Trail to Treasure brings to life a collection of stories about Seattle's Pioneer Square Historic District. By following the self-paced walking route or joining in on a guided tour, visitors…
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Trails and Rails: Klondike Seattle
Reservation required Fee applies
T&R guides provide programs on the Coast Starlight daily through Sunday, September 27, 2026.
Learn more about Trails and Rails: Klondike Seattle on NPS.gov (opens in a new tab)
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Activities in the park
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Facilities & Services
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Visitor Centers
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Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial
Visitor Center
The Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial is an outdoor exhibit commemorating the internment of Japanese Americans from Bainbridge Island in the state…
Details
The Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial is an outdoor exhibit commemorating the internment of Japanese Americans from Bainbridge Island in the state of Washington. Wayside markers provide history and other information. This site is a unit of the Minidoka National Historic Site in Idaho. The park is located at Pritchard Park, 3.8 miles from the Winslow Ferry Terminal. Its open year-round during daylight hours. The memorial is staffed by a Park Ranger during the summer months. -
Outdoor Recreation Information Center (ranger station at REI)
Visitor Center
At the Ranger Desk in the REI Seattle Flagship Store, we have the information you need to discover the best recreation opportunities on public lands in Washington State…
Details
At the Ranger Desk in the REI Seattle Flagship Store, we have the information you need to discover the best recreation opportunities on public lands in Washington State. We also have a wide selection of educational merchandise and free printed materials to help you make the most of your visit. We're able to bring you this unique service experience through a dynamic partnership with the National Park Service, U.S. Forest Service, Washington State Parks, and REI.
Other Visitor Services
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Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center
Facility
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park is located in the historic Cadillac Hotel building. Look for the Cadillac Hotel sign on South Jackson Street. The Visitor…
319 2nd Ave S, Seattle, WA (206) 220-4240 Directions
Details
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park is located in the historic Cadillac Hotel building. Look for the Cadillac Hotel sign on South Jackson Street. The Visitor Center contains interactive exhibits and displays about the Klondike Gold Rush. Free video presentations are shown in the park's theater.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Today: Closed · Park Hours
Hours details
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Park HoursToday: Closed
The park is open Wednesday through Sunday 10 am to 5 pm.
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 10:00AM - 5:00PM Thursday 10:00AM - 5:00PM Friday 10:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday 10:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Address
319 Second Ave S.Seattle, WA 98104
Contact the park
Weather & conditions
55°F
Sunny · feels like 52°
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Today
63° 43°
Sunny4% rain
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Tomorrow
63° 50°
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Wednesday
58° 55°
Overcast28% rain
Updated 5 hr ago
What to expect by season
Warm dry summers from mid-July through mid-Sept, all the rest of the year, mainly rainy and cool.
Upcoming Events
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Living Voices: Native Vision
About
Join us for a FREE 45-minute performance of "Native Vision" presented by Living Voices.
Experience the Native American boarding schools & the Code Talkers through the eyes of a Navajo women during WW2 Developed with Chinle Unified School District and Navajo Nation community advisors, Native Vision explores resilience, identity, and service through live performance and archival media.
If you need accommodations, please contact the front desk prior to the performance. See accommodations available on our Accessibility page: Accessibility - Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service).
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Living Voices: Fly for Freedom
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Join us for a FREE 45 minute performance of "Fly for Freedom" presented by Living Voices.
Who were the real “Rosie the Riveters?” How did Black Americans fight for democracy on two fronts?
Learn the little-known contributions of Black women in World War II aviation, as one trailblazing young pilot flies for Double Victory— championing democracy at home and abroad.
Antoinette and her family join the millions of Black Americans serving their country in the defense industries while bravely confronting racism, sexism and fascism on every front.Fly For Freedom (Home Front / War Front) created with generous support from the National Park Foundation, NEA, 4Culture, ArtsWA, Norcliffe Foundation, and Humanities Washington.
If you need accommodations, please contact the front desk prior to the performance. See accommodations available on our Accessibility page: Accessibility - Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service).
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Living Voices: Winning Her Wings
About
Join us for a FREE 45-minute performance of "Winning Her Wings" presented by Living Voices.
Who were the first women to fly for the U.S. military—and what did they face along the way? Winning Her Wings tells the story of Birdie, a Jewish American pilot who joins the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) during World War II. Alongside Ah Ying Lee, one of only two Chinese American WASPs, she navigates sexism, racism, and antisemitism to serve her country from the air.
This all-ages multimedia performance brings life to history through dynamic solo theatre and archival film, honoring the courageous women who served—and those whose stories often went untold.
WINNING HER WINGS created with generous support from the National Park Foundation, 4Culture, ArtsWA, Norcliffe Foundation, and Humanities Washington.
The Living Voices Summer of History series is supported by the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture and 4Culture.
If you need accommodations, please contact the front desk prior to the presentation. See accommodations available on our Accessibility page: Accessibility - Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service).
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Living Voices: Within the Silence
About
Join us for a FREE performance of "Within the Silence," presented by Living Voices and discover the story of a young Japanese American woman who was unjustly incarcerated along with her family during World War II.
If you need accommodations, please contact the front desk prior to the presentation. See accommodations available on our Accessibility page: Accessibility - Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service).
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Living Voices: Klondike - The Last Adventure
About
Join us for a FREE 45-minute performance of "Klondike: The Last Adventure" presented by Living Voices.
Come along with Beth, an independent young woman, who leaves her past behind, to join others on a dangerous journey in the hunt for gold and with hopes of a new life.
The Living Voices Summer of History series is supported by the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture and 4Culture.
If you need accommodations, please contact the front desk prior to the performance. See accommodations available on our Accessibility page: Accessibility - Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service).
Photos
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How many gold bars take to make one ton? — NPS Photo -
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Getting There
Seattle, WA 98104
The park and visitor center are located on the northwest corner of 2nd Ave South and South Jackson Street in the former Cadillac Hotel. The Pioneer Square neighborhood is serviced by several public transportation options.
Full directions
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Mailing address: 319 Second Ave S., Seattle, WA 98104
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