
PLACES THAT MATTER
Local stories celebrating places and the communities that anchor us.
TIDES AND TREASURES: Beachcomb at Seahurst Park
The jewel of Burien’s park system, 178-acre Seahurst Park boasts a 2000-foot saltwater beach, miles of trails and a wildlife habitat including eagles, herons, woodpeckers, pheasants and owls.
BURIEN BOUND: Discovering Culture, Connection, and Community
Burien’s central hub location offers a thriving center for arts, culture and recreation with a diverse array of restaurants, bars, boutique retail, services, parks and beaches while also serving as a seamless connector to Downtown Seattle, SeaTac, Tacoma and the Eastside’s employment centers.
DISAPPEARING GIANTS: The Curious Case of Ravenna’s Vanishing OldGrowth Trees
Ravenna Park attracted visitors beginning in the early 20th century, thanks to its giant trees, mineral springs, fountains, and music pavilion, charging 25¢ for admission.
SOAKED IN HISTORY: Dive Into Colman Pool
There’s a special feeling at Colman Pool. It’s probably because the pool is soaked in Seattle history.
CARLTON PARK: Coveted Neighborhood with a Coveted Neighborhood
Carleton Park’s character shines through its esteemed estates, many built between the 1920s and 1950s, which showcase an architectural range from English Tudor and Georgian to Spanish and American Colonial Revival styles.
SHORELINE’S LUSH LEGACY: A City of Parks
Boasting over 400 acres of park land and 38 individual parks, Shoreline provides a breath of fresh air for residents around every corner.
FROM SUNNYDALE TO BOORIAN: Tracing Burien’s Roots
Originally named Sunnydale, the community adopted the name Burien to honor the popular Polish immigrant Gottlieb von Boorian.
BEYOND THE SHIPYARD: Bremerton Beyond the Base
Beyond the Naval Shipyard in Bremerton, a stunning Pacific Northwest backdrop meets diverse dining, outdoor adventures, and live entertainment. There’s so much more to explore beyond the Base.
ANCHORED IN HISTORY: The Legacy of Bremerton Navy Yards
The Bremerton Navy Yards are rich with history, from its founding in 1891 to its vital role in naval innovation, ship repair, and modern maritime heritage.
RAVENNA’S ROOTS: Duwamish Lands to Modern Neighborhood
Home to many over the centuries, the neighborhood that is now called Ravenna has been inhabited for more than 10,000 years.
BITES AND DELIGHTS: A Taste Tour of the Fremont Sunday Market
Fremont Sunday Market’s local restaurant scene deserves particular mention as a crucible for culinary and atmospheric experimentation.
RESPECT FOR THE PAST: Alki's Longhouse And Cultural Center
The Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center in Alki has created a destination where visitors can experience on site the authentic Native American and pioneer heritage.
CONEY ISLAND OF THE WEST: Revisiting West Seattle's Once Famous Boardwalk
From 1907 to 1913, glittering Luna Park lit up the night along the northern tip of West Seattle. Unfortunately, not everyone was a fan of Luna Park as it was home to the largest and best stocked-bar on Elliott Bay.
RECREATIONAL NIRVANA: Mercer Island Living
Mercer Island’s secluded charm and wholesome green spaces offers romantic seclusion in a verdant, quintessentially Northwest setting.
A FORGOTTEN CONNECTION: Military Road And The American Civil War
As you travel up and down Military Road in Burien, WA, consider that Ulysses Grant might have mapped it for you!
RAINIER GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB: A Gracious Relic Of Old Seattle
Rainier Golf & Country Club is the second oldest private golf club in Seattle, has evolved into one of the most imaginative and demanding tests of golf in the Northwest.
BROOKLYN ON THE SOUND: Downtown Burien On The Rise
Explore the picturesque mid-century setting of downtown Burien, surrounded by independent businesses and innovative eateries.
FLOURISHING FRELINGFORD: Building Up Stone Way Corridor
Stone Way and the surrounding Fremont and Wallingford blocks, which some have dubbed “Frelingford”, continue to be an epicenter of new urban planning and growth.
WELCOME TO WESTLAKE: A Mecca For Culture And Recreation
Seattle's Westlake neighborhood offers all the cultural amenities of a world-class city, along with the natural delights of one of the most beautiful places on earth, right at your doorstep.
THE STREETCAR SUBURB: Looking Back At Eastlake
Named for its location on the east side of Lake Union, Eastlake is one of the oldest and most inviting neighborhoods in Seattle.