The Tharald Homestead on Shaw Island
Saturday, September 14
The San Juan County Land Bank invites the public to view the Tharald Historic Homestead on Shaw Island on Saturday, September 14, 2013.
Meet Boyd Pratt, architectural historian, at 1 pm at the Shaw Island School parking area, for a guided tour of the homestead, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is protected by an Historic Preservation Easement held by the San Juan County Land Bank.
The privately owned Tharald Homestead is a pioneer farm on the west side of Shaw Island. It serves as a significant example of early Scandinavian settlement and “Nordic” style architecture within Washington State. It’s one of the best and oldest examples of its kind to survive in San Juan County. For more information on the property tour and driving directions call Boyd Pratt at 378-7172 or email mulnocove@gmail.com.
