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Lewis & Clark established a Salt Cairn in Seaside in 1806 near where they spent the winter before returning to Washington D.C. The first settlers arrived in this coastal community in the 1850’s. A post office was opened there in 1873 under the cancel of Seaside House. The name changed to Sea Side in 1882. In 1888, the name became one word: Seaside.

Seaside is one of the funnest towns along the Oregon Coast. It is a gathering place for young and old, all ages seem to mingle. There are the Bumper Cars, the Arcades, the Aquarium with the Sea Lions and the many gift shops. The Promenade connects to nearly all of Seaside.

Seems as though someone is always walking, jogging, bicycling or roller skating all the time. It is a place to watch and meet people. It is quite a hike to walk from end to end. At each end of The Prom is a park.

The old Hotel Seaside, with its Neopolitan Fountain, met the wrecking ball of progress and was replaced by a new Shilo Inn

The Prom was a popular place to walk and mingle back in the early days

This Real Photo view by Boyer shows the Aquarium about 60 years ago

Looking down Broadway from the Natatorium which is shown on the right

Early interior view of the Natatorium at Seaside

The Hotel Moore in earlyday Seaside

The Pacific Pier at the Moore Hotel in Seaside

A busy holiday on the Boardwalk at Seaside

The Hotel Seaside replaced the Moore Hotel and in later years, it was known as the Seasider Inn

Seaside street scene looking uptown from the beach

Looking up Broadway from the Seaside Hotel

The Oregon Shore Limited is shown stopped at the depot in Seaside

Departure of the Evening Train for Portland

I always like to stay at the Ebb Tide on the Prom at Seaside, it is known for its excellent management staff. There are a few amusement rides in Seaside, all of which are covered: the Bumper Cars, the Tilt-A-Whirl and the Carousel. There are also the huge arcades. You can find all kinds of souvenirs, trinkets and candy.

Last updated 05-10-06

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