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Seattle, a city on Puget Sound in the Pacific Northwest, is surrounded by water, mountains and evergreen forests, and contains thousands of acres of parkland. Washington State&rsquo;s largest city, it&rsquo;s home to a large tech industry, with Microsoft and Amazon headquartered in its metropolitan area. The futuristic Space Needle, a 1962 World&rsquo;s Fair legacy, is its most iconic landmark.
Seattle has a history of boom-and-bust cycles, like many other cities near areas of extensive natural and mineral resources. Seattle has risen several times economically, then gone into precipitous decline, but it has typically used those periods to rebuild solid infrastructure.
The first such boom, covering the early years of the city, rode on the lumber industry. During this period the road now known as Yesler Way won the nickname "Skid Road," supposedly after the timber skidding down the hill to Henry Yesler's sawmill. The later dereliction of the area may be a possible origin for the term which later entered the wider American lexicon as Skid Row. Like much of the American West, Seattle saw numerous conflicts between labor and management, as well as ethnic tensions that culminated in the anti-Chinese riots of 1885&ndash;1886. This violence originated with unemployed whites who were determined to drive the Chinese from Seattle (anti-Chinese riots also occurred in Tacoma). In 1900, Asians were 4.2% of the population. Authorities declared martial law and federal troops arrived to put down the disorder.
Seattle had achieved sufficient economic success that when the Great Seattle Fire of 1889 destroyed the central business district, a far grander city-center rapidly emerged in its place. Finance company Washington Mutual, for example, was founded in the immediate wake of the fire. However, the Panic of 1893 hit Seattle hard.

Seattle

Situated on the south end of a ridge between Ballard and Green Lake, Phinney Ridge captures gorgeous views to the west of the Olympic Mountains and the Puget Sound, as well as views of the Cascade Mountains and Mt. Rainer to the east. A walking neighborhood, Phinney&rsquo;s main thoroughfare is lined with many small businesses, restaurants and bars. Phinney Neighborhood Association offers classes and lectures, activities and events that bring the community together. The neighborhood is mainly made up of single-family homes with a mix of longtime residents and young professionals. Several new condominium projects are bringing more affordable opportunities to the neighborhood. Woodland Park Zoo sits at the south end of the neighborhood. Minutes from highway 99 and close to I-5, Phinney is an easy 15-minute commute to downtown Seattle.

Phinney Ridge

Anchored by a 50,000 year old glacial lake and park, Green Lake is often called the &lsquo;Central Park&rsquo; of Seattle. A recreation destination used by an estimated 1 million people per year, runners, in-line skaters, cyclists and walkers love the 2.8 mile paved path that circles the lake. The area includes a wading pool, tennis and basketball courts, fields for soccer and baseball, and a Pitch-and-Putt Golf Course. Adjoining both I-5 and Highway 99, this neighborhood is the height of convenience for commuters. Homes in the area are predominantly single-family residences and townhouses are becoming a popular and more affordable option in the area. Along the north and eastside of the lake, restaurants, bars and coffee houses cater to the neighborhood residents and active visitors alike.

Green Lake

Skyscrapers overlook Elliott Bay in Seattle&rsquo;s compact Downtown. Shoppers buy local crafts and produce in vibrant Pike Place Market, with its eclectic restaurants and food stalls, or hit big-name stores like Nordstrom. The busy Central Waterfront has a giant Ferris wheel and the Seattle Aquarium, while cultural attractions in the wider area include the Seattle Art Museum and the 1928 Paramount Theatre

Downtown Seattle

Shoreline is a city in King County, Washington, United States. It is located between the city limits of Seattle and the Snohomish County border, approximately 9 miles (14 km) north of Downtown Seattle. As of the 2010 census, the population of Shoreline was 53,007, making it the 20th largest city in the state; by 2019, the population had risen to an estimated 57,027. Based on per capita income, one of the more reliable measures of affluence, Shoreline ranks 91st of 522 areas in the state of Washington to be ranked.

Shoreline

On the western edge of downtown, Queen Anne is the largest of the legendary seven hills in Seattle. Named for a style of architecture popular in the 1880&rsquo;s, Queen Anne is known for large mansions and gracious bungalows. Long noted as a desirable place to live, it&rsquo;s stunning city, sound, lake and mountain views are enjoyed from most anywhere on the hill. Upper Queen Anne offers charm with its family-friendly dining, markets and boutique shopping. In lower Queen Anne, you can find Seattle Center, home of the 1962 World&rsquo;s Expo and Space Needle, the EMP and Key Arena. Largely made up of restaurants, bars and shops, this area of the neighborhood is home to many condominium and apartment complexes. Queen Anne is in immediate proximity to downtown.

Queen Anne

A close-knit and active community, Magnolia is located on a hilly peninsula northwest of downtown. Connected by several bridges, Magnolia is surrounded by water on three sides. Only five minutes from downtown, Magnolia seems a world away from the bustle of Seattle. Stately homes take in breathtaking Puget Sound and Olympic Mountain views. Modest homes, condominiums, townhouses and apartments are also prominent throughout Seattle&rsquo;s second largest neighborhood. All who live in Magnolia share a love for the peace and quiet that comes with living in one of the western-most spots in the city. Magnolia&rsquo;s picturesque commercial district, which hosts an annual Halloween parade, takes you back in time. Seattle&rsquo;s largest park, Discovery Park is 534 acres of forests, fields, bluffs, and beaches, and even a picturesque lighthouse with excellent views of northern Puget Sound.

Magnolia

As the self-proclaimed "Center of the Universe," Fremont is a mix of the artistic and urban professional. It is home to sculptural curiosities and a lively mix of restaurants and bars, artist studios, organic markets, boutiques and coffee shops. With an official motto of "Delibertus Quirkus" which means..."Freedom to be Peculiar", you know that this neighborhood is truly unique. Once a bohemian part of town, artists flocked to the area because of low rent. In recent years, with businesses like Adobe and Getty Images relocating to Fremont, the area has accommodated a growing number of professionals, young and old. Homes range from turn-of-the-century, to small cottages, to ultra-modern townhouses. Just north of Queen Anne - and with easy Highway 99 access - Fremont is a short commute to downtown.

Fremont

Kirkland is a city in King County, Washington, United States. A suburb east of Seattle, its population was 93,010 in a 2019 census estimate, which made it the sixth largest city in the county and the thirteenth largest in the state. The city's downtown waterfront has restaurants, art galleries, a performing arts center, public parks, beaches, and a collection of public art, primarily bronze sculptures. Kirkland was the original home of the Seattle Seahawks; the NFL team's headquarters and training facility were located at the Lake Washington Shipyard (now Carillon Point) along Lake Washington for their first ten seasons (1976&ndash;85), then at nearby Northwest University through 2007. Warehouse chain Costco previously had its headquarters in Kirkland. While Costco is now headquartered in Issaquah, the city is the namesake of its "Kirkland Signature" store brand.

Kirkland

Ballard is one of Seattle&rsquo;s oldest neighborhoods, founded in 1853 and annexed to Seattle in 1907. Ballard has Scandinavian roots and strong ties with the marine and fishing industries that continue to this day. A hub for local artists, creative boutiques and gourmet bistros, it has become a destination for local Seattle music and nightlife, the majority of which is located in Ballard&rsquo;s historically-protected core. Ballard is unique, with one foot planted in Seattle&rsquo;s colorful past and the other stepping into Seattle&rsquo;s vibrant future. In recent years, single family homes have given way to urban high density housing, including condominiums, townhouses and apartments. There are a variety of neighborhood parks as well as a strong community center and pool. Located northwest of downtown Seattle, the downtown core is easily accessed from 15th Avenue NW.&nbsp;
Landmarks of Ballard include the&nbsp;Ballard Locks, the&nbsp;Nordic Museum, the Shilshole Bay Marina, and&nbsp;Golden Gardens Park. The neighborhood's main thoroughfares running north&ndash;south are Seaview, 32nd, 24th, Leary, 15th, and 8th Avenues N.W. East&ndash;west traffic is carried by N.W. Leary Way and N.W. 85th, 80th, 65th, and Market Streets (east- and westbound). The&nbsp;Ballard Bridge&nbsp;carries 15th Avenue over Salmon Bay to the&nbsp;Interbay&nbsp;neighborhood, and the&nbsp;Salmon Bay Bridge&nbsp;carries the&nbsp;BNSF Railway tracks across the bay, west of the Ballard Locks.&nbsp;Ballard is located entirely within&nbsp;Seattle City Council&nbsp;District 6, which also includes the neighborhoods of Crown Hill,&nbsp;Green Lake&nbsp;and Phinney Ridge, as well as most of Fremont,&nbsp;North Beach/Blue Ridge, and&nbsp;Wallingford.&nbsp;Ballard is part of the&nbsp;Seattle Public Schools&nbsp;and the&nbsp;Washington State Legislature's&nbsp;36th legislative district. At the federal level, Ballard is part of the&nbsp;United States House of Representatives's&nbsp;7th congressional district.
The area now called Ballard was settled by the Dx?d?w?ab&scaron; (Duwamish) Tribe after the last glacial period. There were plentiful salmon and clams in the region. The U.S. government code in the CDC (Centers for Disease Control which maintains a list of race and ethnicity for tracking) for this group is American Indian, Puget Sound Salish (Code A01-M43, H71).&nbsp;(There is no "Shilshole" tribe). The Burke Museum has artifacts from the group of Duwamish who lived at Shilshole.&nbsp;The references say that before non-Natives arrived, the group living around Shilshole may have been in decline due to a "great catastrophe". The remaining dozen or fewer families were evicted by non-Natives in the mid-19th century. One source suggests that the decline of the Shilshole dwelling Salish might have been due to raiding from Natives from farther north (Queen Charlotte's Island) and these raids also alarmed non-Native settlers. The last member of the Shilshole native group-HWelch&rsquo;teed or "Salmon Bay Charlie"-was forcibly removed to allow construction of the Hiram Chittendon Locks.

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