The Pioneer Square Pergola

1909

This ornamental glass and cast iron pergola provided shelter at the northwest’s first comfort station, a place featuring modern conveniences such as public restrooms.

2002

The pergola was extensively damage when a truck failed to safely navigate its turn. Rebuilt out of the original fragments, the pergola has been restored to its original splendor.

Marker is at the intersection of 1st Avenue and Yesler Way, on the left when traveling south on 1st Avenue.

Courtesy hmdb.org

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