Seattle's Buried Streets: Touring the City Beneath Pioneer Square

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After a devastating fire in June 1889 destroyed much of the city, Seattle officials raised street levels to tackle persistent mud and sanitation problems that hurt local merchants. The elevation left behind underground spaces that were used for a range of purposes. These areas were closed in 1907 on health grounds. Renewed interest in the district's history during the 1960s led to restoration work, and parts of the underground are now open to visitors with safety and preservation in mind.

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