Fairhaven, Washington: Dirty Dan Harris Statue
Dirty Dan Harris, "Founder of Fairhaven," made his money by smuggling booze. Statue depicts him sprawled on a park bench, distinctly disreputable. Town holds an annual Dirty Dan Festival that includes pushing a piano uphill.
Colophon Cafe
- Address:
- 1208 11th St., Fairhaven, WA
- Directions:
- Downtown, on the Village Green, on the southeast corner of Mill Ave. and 10th St. Statue is in front of the Colophon Cafe.
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Located in a very cool little community green space; not very noticeable from the street. Follow the brick walkway past the lawn to find Dan lounging on the bench. He absolutely looks like he belongs in this relaxing place.
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Dirty Dan, the "Founder of Fairhaven," made his money by smuggling booze. He evidently took a relaxed approach to his dirty deeds.