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The history of Kapowsin

Kapowsin is a census-designated place located approximately 25 miles (38 kilometers) southeast of Tacoma in Pierce County, Washington, United States. We’re gathering its old postcards, photos and papers from public archives right now.

Photo: Pierce County Library (Life time: Pierce County Library)

Kapowsin through the years

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Boundary source: https://tigerweb.geo.census.gov/arcgis/rest/services/TIGERweb/Places_CouSub_ConCity_SubMCD/MapServer/19 · 2025-01-01