There’s not one, but two ‘old’ Rainier Brewery sites in Seattle. Here’s why. | Seattle Sketcher
Rainier Brewery has a long history in Seattle that dates back to the pre-Prohibition era. So landmark "R" that you see as you're driving down...
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Ever wonder why this cute Seattle walk-up coffee window was named ‘Monorail Espresso’? | Seattle Sketcher
The business first started in 1980, and has now expanded to two other locations in Columbia Tower and the Denny Triangle.
Proudly family-owned Lake Union Drydock Company just celebrated its 100th anniversary | Seattle Sketcher
Happy centennial! This family-owned business is as deeply rooted in the city's maritime history as it is in the landscape of beautiful Lake Union.
The ‘Dawg Boat’ kicks off the season of sailgating | Seattle Sketcher
The "Dawg Boat" cruise from Chinook's, or a similar cruise from Ivar's, takes fans to Husky Stadium for a unique, largely stress-free tailgating experience before...
‘A curtain to Seattle’s past has been lifted’: Behold, the waterfront views of the post-viaduct era
Demolition of the Alaskan Way Viaduct has revealed some new building faces and waterfront views, and as he has over the years, the Seattle Sketcher...
Finish out summer with an urban hike through beautiful Seward Park | Seattle Sketcher
Walk your dog, go for a trail run, partake in a bicycle race, or just sit, enjoy nature and draw. Regardless of your chosen activity,...
Looking for an Eastside waterfront hangout? Try Bellevue’s Meydenbauer Bay Park | Seattle Sketcher
You wouldn't think of Bellevue as an area with primo waterfront hangouts, but the newly renovated and expanded Meydenbauer Bay Park has everything a summer...
Summer’s the perfect time to visit this longstanding Beacon Hill fruit stand | Seattle Sketcher
McPherson's Fruit & Produce has been serving Beacon Hill residents for 35 years, and it's the perfect place to stop by, browse, and pick out...
School’s out! Sun’s out! Take the kids to Seattle Center to play at the granddaddy of all Seattle playgrounds. | Seattle Sketcher
Seattle's many playgrounds are well populated in the summer time, but step away from your neighborhood spot for a day to visit this impressive king...
You don’t always need a whole weekend: Making the most of a one-day trip to the San Juan Islands | Seattle Sketcher
The San Juan Islands have much to offer, and there's plenty to do for multiple days. But 24 hours will also suffice as a quick...