Happy Washington Day!

Today is National Washington Day for 2025. . .

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Which State is WA:

The Beginning Years: Washington State has a deep ancient history, with signs of human life going back over 5,000 years ago. Many Native American tribes lived there before Europeans arrived, and their history is shown through archaeological sites like shell middens and rock art. During the Paleoindian period, people first came to the area. Various tribes, such as the Chinook and Nez Perce, inhabited the land. Important archaeological finds, like the Kennewick Man, offer glimpses into their lives. Coastal tribes relied on salmon and whales, while inland tribes focused on hunting and gathering. Significant geological events, like the Missoula floods, reshaped the landscape, creating the Columbia Gorge and altering the state’s geography.

Washington State Map – 1914 courtesy of Openverse

More History: The state of Washington became the 42^nd state of the United States on November 11, 1889. Before statehood, it was part of the Oregon and later the Washington Territory. The area was inhabited by Native American tribes before European settlement. European explorers began visiting in the late 1700s. Britain and the U. S. jointly occupied the region from 1818 to 1846. The U. S. established the Oregon Territory in 1848, including present-day Washington. The Washington Territory was formed in 1853.

More About Washington: Throughout the years, Washington has earned the titles of being famous for its beautiful nature, agriculture, and strong technology and aerospace industries. Major cities like Seattle are known for grunge music and companies such as Microsoft and Amazon. Key points include: Natural Beauty: Mountains like Mount Rainier and the Olympic Mountains offer outdoor activities. The seacoast has islands and diverse marine life. Dense forests include the Hoh Rainforest. Agriculture: Top producer of fruits like apples and cherries and significant hops and wine production. Industry: Seattle hosts major tech companies and Boeing, the largest aircraft manufacturer. Other notable businesses include Starbucks and Costco. Seattle is the grunge music birthplace, and the ferry system is the largest in the US. Washington is also a top hydroelectric power producer.

The Great Location of Washington: The state of Washington spans 240 miles in length north to south and 360 in width from west to east. It is bordered by British Columbia, Canada to the north, Idaho to the east, Oregon to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west.

Greetings from Washington – Large Letter Postcard courtesy of Openverse

Washington’s Statehood Facts:

The History:

Washington Officially Adopted as a U.S. State, State Song, Admission Date & Washington Flag
State Name Info ♪ State Song ♫	Admission	Capital	Flag Image
42nd State. Washington Territory “Posse on Broadway” by Sir Mix-a-Lot (Modern), “Washington, My Home” by Stuart Churchill (arranger) & Helen Davis (Original)	11/11/1889	Olympia

See: Officially Adopted as a U.S. States, State Songs, Admission Dates & Flags at:

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Some Great Washington Sites:  Here is a list of some some great places to visit while in Washington:

• Chihuly Garden and Glass, 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA 98109
• Space Needle, 400 Broad St, Seattle, WA 98109
• Pike Place Market, Elliot Bay shore southwest to 2nd Ave. northeast, and Lenora St. northwest to Union St. southeast, bullseye center at  85 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98101. 
• The Museum of Flight, 9404 East Marginal Way S. Seattle, WA 98108
• Mount Rainier, 39000 State Route 706 E, Ashford, WA 98304
• Washington State Ferries, 801 Alaskan Way, Pier 52, Seattle, WA 98104
• Snoqualmie Falls, 6501 Railroad Ave SE Snoqualmie, WA 98024
• Museum of Pop Culture, 325 5th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
• Hoh Rain Forest, 18113 Upper Hoh Rd, Forks, WA 98331
• Kerry Park, 211 W Highland Dr, Seattle, WA 98119
• Ruby Beach, Southwest coast of the Olympic Peninsula, accessible directly off of Highway 101, Ruby Beach, Forks, WA 98331
• Hurricane Ridge, 17 miles south of Port Angeles on Hurricane Ridge Rd., off Mount Angeles Rd., Port Angeles, WA 98362

Memorable Washington Events:  Here is a list of some events that happened in Washington:

• 1775: Spanish explorer Captain Bruno Heceta lands on the coast and claims the land for Spain.
  
• 1778: Captain James Cook visits the coast searching for the Northwest Passage.
  
• 1792: George Vancouver maps out the coast of Washington and names Puget Sound.
  
• 1792: American explorer Robert Gray discovers the Columbia River.
  
• 1805: Lewis and Clark reach the Pacific Ocean at the mouth of the Columbia River.
  
• 1824: Fort Vancouver is built on the Columbia River by the Hudson’s Bay Company.
  
• 1836: The missionary Marcus Whitman arrives and begins building missions.
  
• 1846: The U.S. gains control of the region through the Oregon Treaty with Great Britain.
  
• 1848: The Oregon Territory is created including Washington.
  
• 1853: The Washington Territory is established.
  
• 1889: Washington becomes the 42^nd state.
  
• 1897: Seattle begins to boom due to the Klondike Gold Rush.
  
• 1899: Mount Rainier National Park is established.
  
• 1916: The Boeing Company is formed by William E. Boeing in Seattle.
  
• 1941: The Grand Coulee Dam is completed.
  
• 1962: The Space Needle opens in Seattle along with the World’s Fair.
  
• 1980: The volcano Mount Saint Helens erupts.

Deception Pass Washington State Island courtesy of Openverse

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