Old Town is the original townsite at the bottom of 30th hill, then the path along Ruston Way. Job Carr cabin in Old Town Park. The Spar is the saloon the city still names. Last checked August 29, 2026.
The district
City listing: Neighborhood Business Districts (Old Town)
North End write-up: nenc.org/explore
History on this site: Tacoma history
Ruston Way parks and the waterfront path are Metro Parks / city waterfront, not a business-district complaint line. Metro Parks · Parks guide. Continue north and you hit Point Ruston and Pearl Street — Point Ruston / Pearl desk.
City desks that still apply
- Parking on 30th: Parking ticket
- 311: Civic Desk
- Opening a shop: Business license
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