Alexander's Castle, Fort Worden - Washington
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Hikenutty
N 48° 08.103 W 122° 45.888
10U E 517499 N 5331337
Alexander's Castle predates the fort and was built by a Scottish Reverend for his prospective bride. It was built in 1883.
Waymark Code: WM265Y
Location: Washington, United States
Date Posted: 09/10/2007
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member JimmyEv
Views: 132
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The following information comes from the parks Website:
According to the legend, Reverend John Alexander built the castle for a prospective Scottish bride in a style reminiscent of his native country. In 1883, he acquired 10 acres of land near Point Wilson and constructed the building known as Alexander's Castle. Alexander intended the building to serve as a home for him and his bride. Traveling to Scotland to get his bride, Alexander found that his bride-to-be had married another. He returned to Port Townsend alone and used the building as a temporary residence. During the park's Army days, the castle was used for a number of purposes including serving as the first site of the Post Exchange and for many years housed the tailor shop.
The structure, renovated in 2005, is now available for rental as a vacation home.
Name of Historic District (as listed on the NRHP): Fort Worden Historic District

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Address:
Battery Way Fort Worden Port Townsend, WA

How did you determine the building to be a contributing structure?: Narrative found on the internet (Link provided below)

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