Lacey Real Estate Area Information and Homes for Sale in Thurston County, WA.


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Lacey

Settlers traveling on the Oregon Trail West were initially drawn to the Lacey region for its farm-friendly grasslands and good water supply. Records indicate that a man named Isaac Wood filed a land claim in Lacey in 1851. Today, a sign on Ulery Street marks that land as “Old Lacey Historic Area.” In 1891, the community was officially named Lacey. It’s not clear who suggested the name Lacey, but a local real estate investor, O.C. Lacey, had signed the petition.

For a more in-depth look at Lacey history, be sure to visit the Lacey Historical Museum. The building is historically significant in its own right; built in 1928, the facility was first a home, then a fire department. In 1966, the museum building became Lacey’s first city hall. The museum’s collection includes photographs and artifacts depicting Lacey’s growth from its agricultural beginning. There are also displays dedicated to the rich Native American culture that thrived in this area.

As is typical of the Northwest, Lacey residents see four distinct seasons each year. An average of 50 inches of rain falls annually, plus about 20 inches of snow. Summer temperatures reach the low 80s and average winter temperatures fluctuate in the 40s.

Throughout the county, there are a variety of sites and attractions to keep residents and visitors busy. Fine arts, dining and eclectic shopping venues cater to thousands of tourists visiting the area each year. Downtown Olympia, in particular, is popular for its art galleries, boutique shops and historic architecture.