Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Indian Henry Trail

In our neighborhood an eroded monument marks the location of Indian Henry Trail. What are now 84th Street and Steilacoom Blvd were once the first road to Tacoma from Fort Steilacoom to the southwest. This road was the theoretical evacuation route for white folks in 1853, in the times of the "Indian wars."

Here's a closeup of the eroded portrait of Indian Henry in a full headdress.

Monday, July 12, 2010

6th Ave Wildlife


Got out to walk the 6th Ave. strip by Jefferson Park this morning. I enjoyed the wildlife.