View of the Rothschild house from afar. White two story house with front porch and balcony above, surrounded by green shrubs and blue sky.
White two story house surrounded by green shrubs and blue sky. View is of the back entrance to the kitchen.
Staged kitchen with blue cabinets, wooden counter-top, and brown floral wallpaper.
White and blue patterned wallpaper surround two large chests at the foot of the bed in the upstairs bedroom.
The children's room has plain white plaster walls, a small wooden dresser, and wooden crib with a handmade quilt.

The Rothschild House

418 Taylor Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368

Hours

Open seasonally, see below for more information - year round

Fees

Free (donations welcome) Discover Pass is required for parking
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Overview

A visit to the Rothschild House is like stepping through time and gaining a rare glimpse into life during late 1800s. Built in 1868, the house changed very little over the years, and the furnishings and personal items inside all belonged to the Rothschild family.

Map & visitor guide

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Hours

Open seasonally, see below for more information - year round

Fees

Free (donations welcome) Discover Pass is required for parking
Get Directions

Additional information

The Rothschild House is a State Park Heritage Site. It is operated in partnership with Jefferson County Historical Society who opens the house seasonally for visitors to explore. The grounds remain accessible to visitors year-round.

For more information about the Rothschild House and its hours of operation, please visit Jefferson County Historical Society's website.

Curious about the interior? Watch a video tour of the house before your visit.

Accessibility

Because this is a historic home, it is not wheelchair accessible. There are several steps leading to the entrance and stairs to reach the upper floors inside.

History

Learn more about the Rothschild's family history.