Fern Hill Business District

The Fern Hill neighborhood is one of the oldest in Tacoma and home to some of the city’s most interesting historic buildings. The historic building at 8310 S. Park Ave. was originally built to serve as a Wells Fargo stop. Two of the district’s churches, the Fern Hill Baptist Church and the Fern Hill Methodist Episcopal Church were built in the 1890s. The Fern Hill School, which dates back to 1888, recently underwent an $11 million renovation that restored its Georgian revival-style architecture to its original glory and the school once again stands as the focal point of this historic community. The Historic Fern Hill District Walking Tour highlights 16 historic landmarks and structures in the neighborhood.

So take a break from the strip malls and shopping centers to experience the variety, hospitality, and personal service of Fern Hill’s historic neighborhood business district.