Event Venues in Port Townsend, Washington
Port Townsend is located at the the northeast end of the Quimper Peninsula. The community has a thriving arts scene with live theater, music, and visual art events and exhibits. Outdoor lovers enjoy beach combing, hiking, bicycling, boating, and visiting nearby Olympic National Park, Olympic National Forest, Hood Canal, and the Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary. More information about Port Townsend.
Ann Starrett Mansion
800-321-0644
744 Clay St, Port Townsend
Ann Starrett Mansion is an elaborate Victorian mansion built in 1889. The mansion features a three tiered staircase, frescoed ceilings, stained glass windows, carved lions, and incredible architecture. The mansion has eleven guest rooms, two parlors and a dining room. The mansion makes an dramatic backdrop for weddings and other events.
The Bishop Victorian Hotel
360-385-6122
714 Washington Street, Port Townsend
The Bishop Victorian Hotel has sixteen suites and an inviting lobby. The Vancouver Room accommodates up to 75 people. The Secret Victorian Gardens are adjacent to the Vancouver Room and make a lovely setting for weddings, receptions, and other events. The Olympic Conference Room accommodates up to 14 people.
Blue Gull Inn B and B
360-379-3241
1310 Clay Street, Port Townsend
Blue Gull Inn B and B is located in Historic Uptown Port Townsend. The inn has six bedrooms with private baths. The inn’s parlor has a 12’ long dining table and can be used for meetings and group gatherings.
The Commander’s Beach House
360-385-1778
400 Hudson St, Port Townsend
The Commander’s Beach House is a historic home build in 1934 that serves as a bed and breakfast. The house features 2,000 feet of beach and a lovely garden. The beach, garden, and house make a lovely venue for weddings and other events.
Fort Worden State Park Conference Center
360-344-4400
200 Battery Way, Port Townsend
Fort Worden State Park and Conference Center is a 434 acre park that includes historic buildings from a 19th century military fort and over 2 miles of shoreline. The Chapel and the Wheeler House are available to rent for events. The Chapel seats 180 people and makes an ideal venue for wedding ceremonies, dances, art shows, seminars, and other events. The Wheeler Theater is an old fashioned, art deco decorated theater that provides a perfect setting for live performances. The theater seats 275 people in the fixed, sloped audience. An additional 30 can be seated on the stage. The theater has a dressing room, and audio visual equipment is available. The park has 33 historic houses available to rent for overnight accommodations.
Friends’ Barn at Fort Townsend State Park
360-344-4435
Old Fort Townsend State Park, Port Townsend
The Friend’s Barn at Fort Townsend State Park is a reproduction of an 1800’s stable. The barn makes a great setting for weddings, reunions, retreats, camps, and other events with up to 100 people.
The barn is 1,500 square feet and includes 20 tables and 100 chairs. Fort Townsend State Park is 376 acres and includes 3,960 feet of shoreline.
F.W. Hastings House Old Consulate Inn
360-385-6753
313 Walker St, Port Townsend
The F.W. Hastings House Old Consulate Inn is a restored 1889 Queen Anne Victorian Mansion. The Inn makes a lovely backdrop for weddings and other events with up to 45 people. 8 guestrooms are available for overnight accommodations. The inn also has a large private meeting room with a conference table that will seat 18 people and space for up to 12 additional people.
Harborside Inn
360-385-7909
330 Benedict Street, Port Townsend
Harborside Inn is a waterfront motel with harbor views and 63-guestrooms. The motel’s Peninsula Room accommodates up to 70 people for meetings and events.
Jefferson County Fairgrounds
360-385-1013
4907 Landes St, Port Townsend
Jefferson Country Fairgrounds is home to the annual Jefferson County Fair. The Oscar Erickson Building is a popular venue for weddings, dances, and other events. The building has a dance hall with a wooden floor, a commercial kitchen and a large meeting room. Other spaces at the Fairgrounds include the 4H building, the Art Building, the covered picnic area and outside booth spaces. The fairgrounds have campgrounds available for overnight accommodations.
Northwest Maritime Center
360-385-3628
380 Jefferson St, Port Townsend
Northwest Maritime Center completed its Chandler Maritime Education Building in 2009. The Center has a gift shop, a boathouse, a library, and an outdoor public gathering space. The Center has a dividable conference facility with a catering kitchen for events with up to 185 people. Classrooms are also available for meetings, classes, and conferences.
The Palace Hotel
360-385-0773
1004 Water Street, Port Townsend
The Palace Hotel is a restored 1889 Victorian hotel located in downtown Port Townsend. The three story hotel has a restaurant, shops, and 15 guestrooms. The hotel has a conference room available for meetings.
The Public House Grill
360-385-9708
1038 Water St, Port Townsend
The Public House and Grill is a historic bar with painted table tops, art, canoe, and artifact displays. The restaurant is available to use for special occasions such as weddings, receptions, birthday parties, and meetings.
Quimper Inn
360-385-1060
1306 Franklin St, Port Townsend
Quimper Inn is a historic home built in 1888 that serves as a bed and breakfast with four guestrooms. The inn can accommodate weddings and group events with up to 15 people.
Ravenscroft Inn Bed and Breakfast
360-385-2784
533 Quincy Street, Port Townsend
Ravenscroft Inn is an 8 guestroom bed and breakfast located in historic Port Townsend. The Inn makes a lovely setting for events such as weddings, reunions, retreats, and club get-togethers. Intimate events can be held indoors or outdoors.
Silverwater Café
360-385-6448
237 Taylor St, Port Townsend, WA
Silverwater Café is located in downtown Port Townsend. The café has a penthouse space, Studio 49, that is available for events with up to 49 people. The café caters events and bakes wedding cakes.
The Swan Hotel
360-385-6122
714 Washington Street, Port Townsend
The Swan Hotel has 8 guestrooms and four studio cottages. A large two-story Penthouse is situated on top of the Swan with a 14’ dining and conference table, a two person soaking tub, two bedrooms, a full kitchen, and panoramic views. The Penthouse makes a great setting for meetings and events. Larger groups can book the entire hotel.
Take Home Gifts
Once you decide on a venue for your event, there are lots of other decisions that you will need to make. Here is a suggestion: instead of the usual goody bags, why not send guests home with something that will really provide them with a memory of your event? Photos from one of our photo booths and the always fun flip-books make great take-home souvenirs.
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