Check out these images of the construction for the new Maritime 253 Skills Center! Crews have officially begun work on the Maritime 253 Skills Center, preparing the site for a future hands-on training hub that will equip students with real-world skills and career pathways in the high-demand maritime industry.

Right now, the focus is on site preparation and groundwork, setting the stage for the exciting progress ahead.

A huge thank you to our partners at the Port of Tacoma for helping make this project possible!

About Maritime 253
Maritime|253 programs will launch in the fall of 2025, using interim sites until construction is complete in 2026. Course offerings will include tracks in manufacturing, skilled trades, maritime sustainability, transportation, technology, and logistics. The programs will be available to students from across Pierce County free of charge.