History:

Tacoma Community College has been offering classes in the Gig Harbor/Peninsula community since the mid-1970's. During the first several years, credit and non-credit lifelong education courses were held in the evenings at Peninsula School district facilities.

Starting spring quarter 1981, the College leased a 3,300 square foot building in downtown Gig Harbor. The Campus had four classrooms, one office and a registration area. During the first few years of occupancy in the new facility, 10-20 academic and community service classes were offered each quarter.

Beginning in 1987, the number of classes offered began to increase steadily, and enrollments in both credit and non-credit programs also increased. Additional classroom space was needed, so classes were offered in 4-6 community facilities.