Steam & Sparks: Tour the Georgetown Powerhouse

Discover Seattle’s electrifying story at the Georgetown Steam Plant, a National Historic Landmark built in 1906. Join a free guided tour offered on the second Saturday of each month, with typical start times at 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, and 12:30 PM. You’ll explore towering steam turbines, vintage machinery, and a preserved industrial interior that feels like stepping back in time. The plant once powered streetcars and industry across the city and remains the only intact early turbine facility of its kind in the U.S. Tours last about an hour and are led by passionate volunteers who bring the history to life. Afterward, explore the surrounding artsy, industrial neighborhood and grab a beer at Georgetown Brewing, enjoy Mediterranean wood-fired meats and bright sauces at Ciudad, or settle in for handmade pasta and wine at Mezzanotte, a romantic Italian spot tucked into a former warehouse.