Before it was part of the Port of Tacoma, the 180-acre arm of land between the Blair and Hylebos waterways bustled with shipbuilding activity during both World War I and World War II.

Twenty-five years after starting out in an office located in a hotel closet, the Asia Pacific Cultural Center is expanding to more than 20,000 square feet. The Port’s Local Economic Development Investment Fund is helping to make the dream become reality.

Willie Adams’ mother wanted him to be a minister. He wanted to be a Hollywood star. Neither ever dreamed he’d make history.

Carol Bua will be responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction to the Port’s communications department, overseeing the development and execution of a comprehensive program that encompasses public relations, social media and media relations.

Thais Howard returns to Port of Tacoma as director of engineering

Port of Tacoma, Wallenius Wilhelmsen welcome Volvo Cars to Pacific Northwest