Lakewood, WA – History buffs, reenactors, and collectors take note! The Fort Steilacoom Living History Swap Meet returns on Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM at Historic Fort Steilacoom in Lakewood.

This unique event brings together vendors offering historic clothing, military gear, period accessories, books, crafting supplies, and more. Whether you’re preparing for the reenactment season, building a historical wardrobe, or searching for one-of-a-kind finds, there’s something for everyone.

The event is free for shoppers, and all proceeds support the Historic Fort Steilacoom Association, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving the fort’s four original 1857-8 buildings.

As of the time we’re posting this, we are still welcoming vendors. Click here for the link to sign up to sell. 

Important Notes:

• No firearms (real or replica) are permitted due to site restrictions.
• Vendors manage their own transactions (cash, card, or online payments).

Location: Fort Steilacoom is located near the entrance of Western State Hospital at 9601 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood, WA.

For questions, contact [email protected].

📅 Don’t miss this opportunity to shop history and support historic preservation!

The fort receives marketing support from the City of Lakewood’s Lodging Tax Grants.