Rothschild House (Port Townsend, Washington)

The Rothschild House, built in 1868 by David Charles Henry Rothschild, is a historic house museum located in Port Townsend, Washington. Managed by the Jefferson County Historical Society, it showcases the life of Rothschild, a Bavarian immigrant who became a prominent local businessman. The house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is part of the Port Townsend Historic District, a National Historic Landmark. Visitors can explore the rich history of Rothschild's ventures, including his mercantile business and shipping operations, as well as his intriguing life story, which includes travels to exotic locations and a mysterious death.