Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center is a non-profit research organizations devoted to the research and treatment of cancer, immunology, and related diseases. Established in 1975, the center is located in the South Lake Union neighborhood of Seattle and employs over 3,000 scientific researchers, faculty, and support staff. The center is named after Fred Hutchinson, a baseball player and manager who died of lung cancer in 1964. His brother, Bill Hutchinson, founded the center in his honor with the goal of finding a cure for the disease.

While the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center may not be a typical tourist destination, it is a highly regarded institution in the field of cancer research and offers guided tours of its facilities. These tours provide a unique behind-the-scenes look at the center’s cutting-edge research and state-of-the-art facilities. Visitors will learn about the history of the center, its groundbreaking research projects, and the impact of its discoveries on cancer prevention and treatment. The center also hosts an annual fundraiser, the Obliteride, which includes bike rides of varying distances to raise money for cancer research.