The Lone Tree Marker

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Olympia in Thurston County, Washington — The American West (Northwest)

The Lone Tree

August 22, 2012

1. The Lone Tree Marker

Inscription. A seedling from the Gray's Harbor "Lone Tree" which served as a maritime beacon since it guided Captain Robert Gray into the harbor in 1792. Placed in honor of Charles Tallmadge Conover patriot, historian and writer, who dedicated his life to the development of Washington which he named "The Evergreen State."

Albert D. Rosellini, Governor

Erected 1961.

Location. 47° 1.798′ N, 122° 54.149′ W. Marker is in Olympia, Washington, in Thurston County. Marker is on West 21st Avenue, on the left when traveling west. Click for map. Marker and tree are near the street, to left of the entrance path to State Capital Museum, just up a few stairs. Marker is at or near this postal address: 211 West 21st Avenue, Olympia WA 98501, United States of America.

The Lone Tree and Marker Photo, Click for full size

August 22, 2012

2. The Lone Tree and Marker

Credits. This page originally submitted on August 23, 2012. This page has been viewed 167 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 23, 2012. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.