Seattle's Island Experience - Cruise, Show & Salmon Bake in the Spirit of Northwest Natives
Since 1962, guests have visited Tillicum Village for the fresh salmon dinner and to experience Northwest Coast Native American Culture. Argosy has been a proud partner of Tillicum, providing the boat transportation to and from Blake Island for all of these years. Beginning in April 2009, Argosy began running the day-to-day operations. Rest assured that the same great product and entertainment will remain a part of your island experience.
Your 4-hour adventure begins with an Argosy cruise on Puget Sound to Blake Island. Here, you'll make your way up a path strewn with clam shells bleached by the sun. Enjoy an appetizer of clams and nectar followed by your buffet meal, with a new menu for 2010!. 
Guests can watch whole salmon being cooked on cedar stakes over an alder-wood fire in the traditional Northwest Coast Indian Style.
As you finish your meal, the lights dim while the myth and magic come to life in the spellbinding performance featuring the Tillicum Village dancers. Originally developed by Greg Thompson Productions, leads visitors through an enchanting tour of the customs, beliefs and dances of the Northwest Coast Indians.
After the show, you'll have free time to stroll the grounds and gift shop the area before returning to Seattle.
2010 Tillicum Village Menu
Chef Ron Arbour, Executive Chef for the Royal Argosy, has developed a delicious and intriguing menu for the 2010 season. In addition to the traditional salmon, Chef Ron has added items to create a wonderful Northwest feast:
Steamed Clams in Nectar
As you disembark the boat join other guests for a welcoming mug of steamed clams in broth with a touch of butter and onions – delicious! As is tradition at Tillicum, the used shells are crushed under foot to create the beautiful pathway.
Traditional Alder Baked Salmon
Savor this centuries-old treat! Our salmon, baked around alder wood fires on cedar stakes,
is unlike anything you have ever tasted. Taking approximately one hour to bake slowly to perfection,
the salmon retains moisture and takes on a wonderful mild flavor unique to this style of cooking.
Served with our signature Juniper Berry Seasoning.
Signature Northwest Stew
This thick meaty stew consisting of venison, beef and bison is full of flavors married together in a rich veal stock, combined with root vegetables and potatoes for a mouth-watering dish.
Wild Grain Harvest Rice
Try this wonderful combination of wild and regular rice,
cooked to perfection with onions, garlic and a fragrant vegetable stock.
Warm Whole Grain Tillicum Bread
This rich, dark, slightly-sweet bread is made with a hint of molasses –
our own private recipe, served warm with butter.
So popular, in fact, you can even purchase loaves to take home!
Field Greens Salad
Seasonal greens, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, Oregon blue cheese, with stone ground rosemary dressing or raspberry vinaigrette served on the side.
Tri-Colored Bean Salad
A colorful display of marinated creamy-white cannellini beans and bright, fresh green beans
tossed with cherry tomatoes, fresh basil and shallots in a red-wine vinaigrette
Fresh Fruit Salad
Assorted Melons, Grapes, Strawberries and Pineapple,
served with a Strawberry Honey Dipping Sauce
Northwest Dessert Treat
Our irresistible Chocolate Chunk Brownie
with Marionberry Swirl – Delicious!
( Note: Vegetarian pasta dish available with advanced request)
Coffee and Tea Service with Your Meal at Tillicum Village
Your Tillicum Village Experience includes: Narrated cruise, salmon buffet meal, and Northwest Coast Native American dance performance.
2010 Tillicum Village Schedule
(Note: Schedule subject to change on Major holidays)
March 1- May 30, 2010
Saturdays and Sundays:
- 11:30am-3:30pm
- 4:30pm-8:30pm
May 31-September 6, 2010
Monday through Saturday:
- 11:30am-3:30pm
- 6:30pm-10:30pm
Sundays:
- 11:30am-3:30pm
- 4:30pm-8:30pm
September 7 - October 31, 2010
Saturdays and Sundays
- 11:30am-3:30pm
- 4:30pm-8:30pm
Click here to make a reservation for the dates and times listed above. Large groups can often be accomodated off season. Please call for more information, 1-888-623-1445.
For Tillicum VIllage School Field Trips, please contact Donna and mention Tillicum Village in the subject line. Click here, for a link to printable materials to enhance your field trip.
Click here to see the calendar of all Argosy sailings and Tillicum Village departures.
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Click here for the Tillicum Village F.A.Q.
Please Note:
All bookings by phone, on-line or in person are final and non-refundable.
Sales tax is included.
Adults (ages 13 - 64)
$79.95
Seniors (age 65+)
$72.95
Children (ages 5-12)
$30.00
Children (ages 4 and under)
Free
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Southbound on I-5
Take the James St. exit. Take your first right on Columbia and follow down the hill to Alaskan Way. Turn right on Alaskan Way; the pier will be on your left.
Northbound on I-5
Take the Madison St. exit. Turn left on Madison and continue down the hill to Alaskan Way. Turn right on Alaskan Way; the pier will be on your left.
Southbound on 99
As you approach downtown you will go through a tunnel. Take the first exit on the right as soon as the tunnel ends. This exit is marked with a green sign that says "Exit." This is the Western Ave. exit. Go straight through the light and take a left at the stop sign onto Elliott Ave. Elliott turns into Western Ave. Take a right onto Madison. Turn right on Alaskan Way; the pier will be on your left.
Northbound on 99
Take the Seneca St. exit, turn right on 1st Ave., turn right on Madison, and turn right on Alaskan Way; the pier will be on your left.
Parking
There is no designated Tillicum Village parking. Meter parking under the Alaskan Way viaduct/99 is good for two hours. There are many pay lots in the area.
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The Goodtime II offers two enclosed decks and exterior deck space on the bow. This vessel can accommodate a maximum of 250 guests for a reception or 125 guests for table seating. There are two full-service bars on board. This vessel is moored at Pier 55 on the Seattle waterfront. This is often the boat used to take public guests to Tillicum.
Private boats are also available.
Please enquire: 1.888.623.1445
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