North End in Tacoma in Pierce County, Washington — The American West (Northwest)
Birthplace of Harry Lillis "Bing" Crosby
Photographed by Loren Skaggs, June 16, 2021
1. Birthplace of Harry Lillis "Bing" Crosby marker
May 2, 1904
Erected 1964 by Sons of American Revolution.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Arts, Letters, Music. In addition, it is included in the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) series list. A significant historical date for this entry is May 2, 1904.
Location. 47° 15.94′ N, 122° 27.932′ W. Marker is in Tacoma, Washington, in Pierce County. It is in North End. It is on North J Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1112 North J Street, Tacoma WA 98403, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Puget Sound Region and in Greater Seattle. It is also on the American Pacific Coast, in the Pacific Northwest, and in the Lewis & Clark Corridor. Globally, it is in North America, in the Cascade Range, in the Inside Passage, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Marvin Alan Klegman Memorial (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Tacoma's First Hospital Site (approx. 0.3 miles away); First School House in Tacoma (approx. half a mile away); Margaret Meeker Davis (approx. 0.6 miles away); Janet Elder Steele (approx. 0.6 miles away); Jennie Jones (approx. 0.6 miles away); The Job Carr Family (approx. 0.6 miles away); Coming of the Railroad to Tacoma (approx. 0.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Tacoma.
More about this marker. Small plaque inlaid in steps leading to a private home. Please respect
this page online
Regarding Birthplace of Harry Lillis "Bing" Crosby. Bing Crosby was one of the most famous and successful American singers and actors in the 20th century. He recorded more than 1600 songs and acted in more than 70 films. He has been nominated for two Oscars for Best Actor, winning one. His recording of "White Christmas" remains the bestselling single of all time.
The date on the plaque appears to be incorrect; most sources state his birth date as May 3, 1903.
Photographed by Loren Skaggs, June 16, 2021
2. Birthplace of Harry Lillis "Bing" Crosby
Plaque is inlaid on a step on the middle house, which is the actual birthplace.
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, October 18, 2023
3. North Slope Historic District
A secondary marker acknowledges that the home is also a contributing property to the North Slope Historic District.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 10, 2025. It was originally submitted on June 16, 2021, by Loren Skaggs of Tacoma, Washington. This page has been viewed 943 times since then and 112 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on June 16, 2021, by Loren Skaggs of Tacoma, Washington. 2. submitted on June 17, 2021, by Loren Skaggs of Tacoma, Washington. 3. submitted on April 6, 2025, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
