Learn about the historic Peirson house, the oldest existing residence in Columbia City and once owned by Van R. Peirson who served as mayor of Columbia City from 1903 to 1906.

MOHAI Minute is brought to you by Peder Nelson and Helen Divjak. In this series they take viewers on a time-traveling journey to some of Seattle’s most fascinating historic spots where they delve into the unique history of each.

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