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Union Station

The Union Station is one of downtown Tacoma’s greatest historic landmarks built in 1911.  Northern Pacific Railroad used it for a train station until railroad travel diminished in the 1980’s.  I remember as a young girl walking into the huge building and looking up at the dome and thinking how magnificent it is.  The City of Tacoma purchased the building for $1 and renovated it, making it a lobby for the Federal Courthouse.  Today, a colorful glass sculpture hanging from the center of the dome is the focal point when you pass through the front door.  Dale Chihuly’s glass sculptures enhance the grand architectural structure of the building.  To see a video show of Union Station go to:  http://www.realestateshows.com/show.php?id=237178&traffic=0