24th Annual
Port Townsend Victorian Heritage Festival
March 20 - 22, 2020 - Port Townsend Washington
** Partner Tickets **
** We have partnered with local businesses and organizations who will be offering events and activities during the festival.**
Each partner is responsible for their activities, including scheduling, reservations
(if required), and ticketing.
We are thrilled to promote their events and post their information here for your convenience.
Some partners choose to share a portion of their proceeds with the festival
Rebecca Maiten
Tour The Schooner Martha
By donation, no reservations needed
Open Saturday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sunday 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Berthed at Point Hudson Marina
Storytelling Soriee' at The Iconic Starrett House with Matt Bell
Saturday March 21st 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm - Limited seating - $25.00 per person - 16 years and older
Starrett House is not ADA accessible due to stairs
For Information, reservations and ticket price call: (360) 385-1162
*SPECIAL* Stay at The Starrett House Historic Lodging - 2 night minimum includes tickets to Soriee'
Jason Bledsoe Tintype Photography
Friday, Saturday and Sunday - Reservations recommended
For Reservations and pricing:
email
Jason Bledsoe
or message on Facebook
Jason Bledsoe
Lakewood Costume Rentals
Advanced rentals available at their Lakewood Store, by phone and online
Best selection and pricing when you visit their Lakewood Store
5932 Lake Grove Street SW, Lakewood Washington 98499
In Port Townsend Friday March 20, Saturday March 21 and Sunday March 22
Fitting Reservations Requested to save you time. Call in advance to reserve a time during the festival.
Port Townsend festival location: Pope Marine building at Pope Marine Plaza, next to headquarters
607 Water Street
For Rental Information call Dori at (253) 588-6062
High Tea at The Commander's Beach House
2020 Festival Teas have been cancelled
The Commander's Beach House has cancelled all their tea service for this years festival.
The owner will be contacting those with reservations and is issuing refunds.
High Tea at The Old Consulate Inn
Advanced reservations required - Limited seating - $41.50 per person
UPDATED: 03/03/2020 Sunday March 22 12:30 5 seats open - Later EATINGS SOLD OUT
To be put on the wait list call the Inn at (360) 385-6753
Jefferson County Historical Society Offerings
Historic Downtown Walking Tours -Tickets: $15 per person
Saturday, March 21st at 12 noon and Sunday, March 22nd at 2pm
Saturday, March 21st at 12 noon and Sunday, March 22nd at 2pm
For more information or to purchase advanced tickets, please email
programs@jchsmuseum.com
Special Pre-Season Open Hours for the Rothschild House
Friday, March 20 - 12:00 – 5:00 PM and Sunday March 22 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Admission: $10 for a two-site passport, which includes admission to both the Jefferson Museum of Art & History
Friday, March 20 - 12:00 – 5:00 PM and Sunday March 22 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Admission: $10 for a two-site passport, which includes admission to both the Jefferson Museum of Art & History
For more information or to purchase advanced tickets, please email
programs@jchsmuseum.com
For more information about the historic sites please visit:
** Partner Events and Activities **
** We have partnered with local businesses and organizations who will be offering events and activities during the festival.**
Each partner is responsible for their activities, including scheduling, reservations (if required), and ticketing.
We are thrilled to promote their events and post their information here for your convenience.
Some partners choose to share a portion of their proceeds with the festival.
Each partner is responsible for their activities, including scheduling, reservations (if required), and ticketing.
We are thrilled to promote their events and post their information here for your convenience.
Some partners choose to share a portion of their proceeds with the festival.
When Sailing Ships Were King...
Experience the romance and awe of the majestic schooner Martha. Berthed at Point Hudson marina at the end of Water Street, the beautiful Martha awaits you. Step back in time when sailing ships were king and Port Townsend was the hub of Pacific Northwest trade.
Tour Martha - No reservations, by donation
Saturday March 21st 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sunday March 22nd 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Built in 1907 for San Francisco Yacht Club Commodore J. R. Hanify, and named after his wife, Martha Fitzmaurice Hanify, Martha is a B.B. Crowninshield design built at W. F. Stone Boat Yard in San Francisco. Originally gaff rigged and now staysail rigged, she is 68’ on deck, 84’ sparred, 16’ beam, 8’ draft. Her planking is fir and silver bali on oak frames, and her interior is Honduran mahogany, graced with leaded glass cabinetry below decks.
A Storytelling Soiree' at
The iconic Starrett House
The iconic Starrett House
Featured Partner Event:
The Starrett House
Exclusive Event
Saturday March 21st
5:30 to 7:00 pm - $25.00 per person
Reservations required,
Seating limited, no tickets at the door,
16 years and older. Starrett House is not ADA accessible due to stairs.
Call (360) 385-1162
for Reservations and Information
Matt Bell Presents
"A Shillings Worth of Macabre"
Step back in time when you enter Port Townsend's most iconic historic homes and prepare to be riveted.
"A Shillings Worth of Macabre" explores the prim and proper Victorians and their fascination with murder and mayhem. A look into Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's celebrated Sherlock Holmes, murder memorabilia, and the world's first serial killers, like Jack the Ripper and H.H. Holmes, that gripped cities in fear.
Mr. Bell's presentations are steeped in historic fact that is stranger than fiction!
The Starrett House built 1889 an historic lodging -
744 Clay Street Port Townsend
Don't miss this rare opportunity to be received at the Starrett House by her owners for this exclusive event. You will be welcomed with refreshments as you settle into your chosen parlor chair to experience this fascinating presentation by Matt Bell.
The house features one of the last remaining free-floating spiral grand staircases in the U.S.
The most iconic Victorian home in Port Townsend
Video- Matt Bell at
the Starrett House Staircase
The beautiful Starrett House is an icon of Port Townsend. Built in 1889 at the height of Port Townsend's building boom, the Starrett House is a historic lodge offering a unique experience to her visitors.
The Starrett House was built by George Starrett for his wife Ann in the Gothic & Stick architectural styles. George and Ann lived in the home with their only child Edwin, his nanny, and 2 servants for more than twenty years. The joy and peace that they maintained in the house is felt immediately by anyone who visits, and besides its beauty, is what makes the house such a welcoming and comfortable place to stay. The most prominent feature of the house is the free-floating spiral grand staircase, which terminates in a beautiful fresco painted on the ceiling of the 70' tower, representing the 4 seasons. This impressive architectural feature acts as a solar calendar, and is what earned the house the nickname "The House of Four Seasons." Only 1 other staircase of its age and kind still exists in the United States. Original frescoes adorn all of the 1st floor public room ceilings, as well as authentic period fixtures and furnishings, including some of the Starrett's personal possessions.
The Starrett House was built by George Starrett for his wife Ann in the Gothic & Stick architectural styles. George and Ann lived in the home with their only child Edwin, his nanny, and 2 servants for more than twenty years. The joy and peace that they maintained in the house is felt immediately by anyone who visits, and besides its beauty, is what makes the house such a welcoming and comfortable place to stay. The most prominent feature of the house is the free-floating spiral grand staircase, which terminates in a beautiful fresco painted on the ceiling of the 70' tower, representing the 4 seasons. This impressive architectural feature acts as a solar calendar, and is what earned the house the nickname "The House of Four Seasons." Only 1 other staircase of its age and kind still exists in the United States. Original frescoes adorn all of the 1st floor public room ceilings, as well as authentic period fixtures and furnishings, including some of the Starrett's personal possessions.
The Starret House will be offering a special to those who book a two-night stay during the festival. As a house guest your entrance to this exclusive event is included with your stay.
Jason Bledsoe Tintype Photography
Hosted by District Fabric
Experience the lost art of 'making' photographs using the Tintype method. Introduced in 1856, this style of 19th century image creation is a rare art form. Tintype photographer, Jason Bledsoe uses his vintage equipment to create photographs of you, your family and friends. For a nominal fee Jason will 'make' your image that will transport you to another era. Email or use Facebook messenger for reservations and pricing.
Jason Bledsoe
Facebook
Jason Bledsoe
DO NOT contact District Fabric for reservations
Lakewood Costume Rentals
In Port Townsend
Lakewood Costume will be outfitting
our walking tour guides, Barb & Kathy
Nothing will get you into the Victorian mood more than dressing the part! Lakewood Costume Rentals will be on hand to offer you the chance to dress like a Victorian. Whether you are a local, a merchant or visitor, Lakewood Costume Rental will have the perfect high quality attire for you! Lakewood Costumes also has new Victorian fashions for sale. Mens and womens fashions for rent and for sale.
Call Dori for rental information (253) 588-6062
Advanced rentals available at their Lakewood Store, by phone and online.
Best selection and pricing when you visit their Lakewood Store (Returns at the festival)
5932 Lake Grove Street SW, Lakewood Washington 98499
Best selection and pricing when you visit their Lakewood Store (Returns at the festival)
5932 Lake Grove Street SW, Lakewood Washington 98499
In Port Townsend Friday March 20, Saturday March 21 and Sunday March 22
Fitting Reservations Requested to save you time. Call in advance to reserve a time during the festival.
Check back for more possible Port Townsend dates before the festival.
For Rental Information call Dori at (253) 588-6062
In Port Townsend In the Pope Marine Building in Pope Marine Plaza, next to Festival headquarters 607 Water St
Friday, Saturday and Sunday
During the festival Lakewood costumes will be located within "PT Creative" an eclectic shop within the historic blue and gold Hastings Building, circa 1890. Located at the corner of Water and Taylor Streets, "PT Creative" is the brainchild of proprietors, Jason Pageau and Sarah Shaya. Browse the unique offerings of the shop as your image develops. The shop offers custom clothing, off-the-rack clothing, artisan jewelry, artwork, and a touch of Steampunk and Victoriana.
High Teas offered by:
The Old Consulate Inn
The Commander's Beach House
2020 Festival Teas are cancelled
Join innkeepers Cindy Madsen and Nathan Barnett for High Tea in the famed Old Consulate Inn. The New York Times named this inn one of the top 10 Inns in 2018! Construction of the house began in 1889 by Frank Hastings, a successful businessman, and wasn't completed until 1907! There are amazing stories of the history of this beautiful house, including how it got its name. For reservations, call the Inn at (360) 385-6753
Seatings: UPDATED 03/03/2020
Sunday March 22 12:30 - 5 seats available
Later SEATINGS SOLD OUT
$41.50 per person
The Commander's Beach House has cancelled all their tea service for this years festival. The owner will be contacting all those with reservations and is issuing refunds.
Offering from the
Jefferson County
Historical Society
Downtown Walking Tours
Historic Downtown Walking Tours
Saturday, March 21st at 12 noon and Sunday, March 22nd at 2pm
Join a guide from the Jefferson County Historical Society on a downtown walking tour of Port Townsend's National Historic District. The tour will feature restored Victorian buildings and reveal the waterfront Commercial District's disreputable past. Tours last approximately one hour and cover approximately one-half mile. This moderate pace allows time for your guide to tell stories about the people who built this Victorian Seaport, answer questions about life in the mid to late 19th Century, through the revitalization of the 1960's and '70's, up to today.
JCHS Museum -
540 Water Street
Tickets: $15 per person
For more information or to purchase advanced tickets, please email
programs@jchsmuseum.com
Rothschild House
Special Pre-Season Open Hours for the Rothschild House
Friday, March 20 - 12:00 – 5:00 PM and Sunday March 22 - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
As the Victorian Festival kicks off in Port Townsend, we’re excited to offer special pre-season access to the Rothschild House, located atop the bluff overlooking Port Townsend Bay at the corner of Jefferson and Taylor Street. Built for D.C.H. Rothchild in 1868, the home was occupied by the Rothschild family until 1952 and donated to the Washington State Parks in 1959. Descendants of the family stipulated that the furnishings and personal items stay on display just as the family 'left them' making it an unusually personal experience to tour this historic home. Step back into the 1800's in this virtually unchanged home from a hundred years ago.
Admission: $10 for a two-site passport, which includes admission to both the Jefferson Museum of Art & History (Located inside Port Townsend’s Historic City Hall that now houses local art, history and access to PT’s infamous “creepy” jail) and the Rothschild House. For more information or to purchase advanced tickets, please email
programs@jchsmuseum.com
For more information about the historic sites please visit:
** Partner Event and Activity Schedule **
** We have partnered with local businesses and organizations who will be offering events and activities during the festival.**
Each partner is responsible for their activities, including scheduling, reservations (if required), and ticketing.
We are thrilled to promote their events and post their information here for your convenience.
Some partners choose to share a portion of their proceeds with the festival
Each partner is responsible for their activities, including scheduling, reservations (if required), and ticketing.
We are thrilled to promote their events and post their information here for your convenience.
Some partners choose to share a portion of their proceeds with the festival
Please be aware offerings, times and locations may change due to unforesceen circumstances.
Friday March 20th
Saturday March 21st
Sunday March 22nd
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