A postcard postmarked 1909 of Tacoma High School in Tacoma, Washington. Opened in 1906, the school’s construction began in 1891 with the intention of being a luxury hotel. The school was the filming location for many scenes of the 1999 film 10 Things I Hate About You.

From the Northwest Historical Postcards Collection. We’ll be featuring vintage postcards from the Northwest all summer, so stay tuned for travel recommendations.