Over the holidays in 1934, Albert Steves Sr. dropped off an eye-popping gift for the Witte Museum: a 650-pound amethyst from Brazil accompanied by a card wishing the museum a Merry Christmas. “We ...

LYNNWOOD—Philanthropist Rick Steves hailed the opening of the Lynnwood Neighborhood Center on Friday, Jan. 9, as the realization of a 30-year dream, a community hub nicknamed the “piazza” that will ...

You've traveled all over Europe with Rick Steves, now join him for a crash course in wine! Reserve your spot for a very special evening with Rick in this virtual wine tasting on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 8 ...

There’s no better introduction to Edinburgh – the historical, cultural, and political capital of Scotland – than a walk straight down the spine of the old town. Stretching from a hill-topping castle ...

Re: “Rick Steves buys ‘the most beautiful Christmas’ gift for homeless folks in Lynnwood” (Dec. 25, A1): Yay to author and TV host Rick Steves! Buying that building so the Lynnwood Hygiene Center ...

Rick Steves just spent $2.25 million—and not on travels in a far-flung land but on something much closer to home. The travel writer and TV host has been unmasked as the previously anonymous buyer who ...

It was so heartwarming to read about Rick Steves’ recent purchase of the property that will allow people in need to continue to take showers, wash clothing, receive food and counsel from social ...

Sandra Mears refused to believe the Lynnwood Hygiene Center would close, even as she planned its goodbye party. Around 700 unsheltered people in south Snohomish County relied on the center for hot ...

The Seattle Times’ Project Homeless is supported by Campion Foundation, Raikes Foundation and Seattle Foundation. The Seattle Times maintains editorial control over Project Homeless content. Sandra ...