It is known as the City of Destiny because the area was chosen to be the western terminus of the Northern Pacific Railroad in the late 19th century. Presently, the neighboring Commencement Bay serves the Port of Tacoma, a center of international trade on the Pacific Coast and Washington's largest port. Points of interest include the Museum of Glass, which boasts an iconic structure standing near the Thea Foss Waterway, the Tacoma Art Museum, Washington State History Museum and Broadway Center for the Performing Arts. Some notable historical landmarks located in the city are Engine House No. 9, Fireboat No. 1, William Ross Rust House and Tacoma Narrows Bridge.
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