Olympia, Washington

Olympia is a city on Puget Sound in the state of Washington. Since 1852, Olympia has been the county seat of Thurston County, and became the state capital in 1889. Today the 18.5 square-mile city is home to nearly 46,500 people. Once a major shipping and industrial center, Olympia today is home to Evergreen State College and St. Martins University and is a typical college town with a lively arts scene. State government is the largest employment sector, followed by education and healthcare, and tribal enterprises.

Olympia was settled around 1846. From 1851-1854, the city was the location for the Puget Sound customs, making it a center of shipping activity. In 1873, the Northern Pacific Railroad unexpectedly bypassed Olympia, and the city raised funds for a small private rail spur. Agriculture, and particularly dairy farming, was one of the main industries prior to the 20th century. In 1896, the Capitol Brewing Company was founded. Changing its name to Olympia Brewing Company in 1902, the brewery survived the Prohibition years by making fruit juices. The brewery moved to Tumwater in 1933. The 1920s brought co-op plywood mills Olympia Veneer and Washington Veneer Company. Olympia Veneer eventually merged with St. Regis, and the plant closed in 1967. Weyerhaeuser Timber Company, which owned a controlling interest in Washington Veneer in 1947, sold its share to Georgia-Pacific, which liquidated the plant in 1969. A few lumber companies, including Hardel Plywood, Solid Wood Plywood and Delson Lumber, lasted into the late 20th century. In recent decades, Olympia's waterfront manufacturing has declined, and the area has seen some gentrification.

Olympia has a history of manufacturing and construction during a period when asbestos-containing products were widely used. Workers exposed to asbestos may be at risk for mesothelioma. For your convenience, we have listed mesothelioma oncologists located in or near Olympia at the bottom of this page. If you were diagnosed with mesothelioma in Olympia, you may also benefit from seeking the advice of a mesothelioma lawyer.

Jobsites in Olympia where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Olympia, WA have been identified as harboring asbestos containing materials. These sites, at one point in their history, were known to have exposed a variety of tradesmen to asbestos. We will be documenting in more detail how asbestos exposure occurred at these sites in the future on this web site.

Mesothelioma Cancer Centers Near Olympia, WA

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma cancer centers that are located within a 100 mile radius of Olympia, WA. Please click on a cancer center link to obtain more information about the clinical programs offered, professional designations, areas of expertise and how to contact the center.

Mesothelioma Doctors Near Olympia, WA

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma doctors who are located within a 100 mile radius of Olympia, WA. Please click on a doctor link to obtain more information about his/her background, areas of expertise, professional affiliations and office locations.