George H. Weyerhaeuser Jr. among other things, was a president of the Thea Foss Waterway Development Authority, a board on which he had served for many years.
This park is named in honor of him.
As Executive Director of the FWDA Su Dowie, stated “George’s quiet leadership built marinas, the public esplanade, a park, and two museums, and established an active environmental stewardship program for the waterfront, the waterway we have today is a direct result of George’s dedication and many, many hours of volunteer work and philanthropy.”
As you enjoy the Esplanade and Thea Foss Waterway, take a moment to appreciate the efforts of George H. Weyerhaeuser Jr.