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Issaquah, WA is located in the Seattle Metropolitan area 17
miles east of Seattle
on Interstate-90. Issaquah lies at
the base of the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. Only 36 miles to the east on I-90 is Snoqualmie Pass with its ski area. The pass is a gateway to Eastern Washington and points east.
Issaquah
faces the south shore of Lake
Sammamish. It has a historic downtown area that has
kept its small town charm.
History
Inhabited
by the Snoqualmie tribe for centuries, the first white families began
settling here in the mid 1800’s. They were drawn to the flat and fertile
ground for farming. Hops were the major crop then, grown for Seattle breweries to
make beer. In the 1880’s the Seattle Pacific and Lakeshore Railroads
extended into Squak mountain. The Seattle Coal and Iron Company formed and
coal mining brought a large influx of people to the area. Logging became
another popular industry. Coal mining began to dwindle in the 20’s while
logging continued until the depression. Issaquah’s population stayed at
around 1,000 until 1940 when the first floating bridge was built over Lake
Washington bringing Seattle
into a commuter’s distance. Business really began to boom in the 1970’s
when Interstate 90 opened.
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Issaquah
has two museums that offer more information on the history of Issaquah.
The
Gilman Town Hall Museum that depicts pioneer life and houses pioneer
memorabilia, photos and family heirlooms.
The
Issaquah Depot Museum sits in an 1889 railroad depot. Inside is an
old caboose and vintage army rail car that visitors can tour.
For
more information on either of these museums visit the Issaquah historical
Society’s Website.
http://issaquahhistory.org/
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The Outdoors
Issaquah
sits on the southern shore of Lake
Sammamish. Nestled in
the foothills of Mount
Rainer known as the
“Issaquah Alps”. Cougar, Tiger and Squak Mountains
offer great occasions for outdoor sports.
Lake
Sammamish State Park, a 512- acre day use park filled with outdoor
activities. The park has 6,858 feet
of waterfront for swimming, fishing or boating. Including kayak rentals in
the summer. There are paved and compact dirt roads through the nature areas
for hiking and biking. Two children’s play areas, volleyball courts, three
baseball fields, and nine soccer fields. It is located on the edge of the
city off I-90 Exit 15.
Visit the park's web site.
Family Fun
Illusionz
If
you are looking for family fun Issaquah is home to the one-stop-shop of
fun. This amazing 40,000 square foot facility houses all the family favorites
including laser tag, miniature golf, bowling, a computerized climbing wall,
a roller coaster simulator, over 100 arcade/video games, a toddler play
area and more.
Illusionz
Magical Entertainment
Center
1025 NW
Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA 98027
For
more information visit their website
http://www.illusionz.com/index.htm
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Visiting with Wildlife
Cougar Mountain Zoo
This
unique little zoo focused on endangered species and education was founded in
1972. They offer a warm, relaxed environment with special attention to each
visitor. From rescued cougar cubs, to cheetahs, lemurs and Cockatoos, this
animal sanctuary offers a fun and educational experience.
http://www.cougarmountainzoo.org/
Issaquah Salmon
Hatchery
Located
on Issaquah Creek, the Issaquah Hatchery has been open since 1936. In 1992
budget cuts threatened to close the hatchery but the people of Issaquah united
together with local businesses to form Friends of Issaquah Hatchery (FISH).
Instead of closing renovations were made including a glass enclosed viewing
pond and fish ladder, and the educational Watershed Science
Center. It is the most visited hatchery in the
state of Washington.
The facility teaches visitors about Pacific salmon, protecting the
watershed, and hatchery operations.
http://www.issaquahfish.org/
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Antiques
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See listed antiques below
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Gift Shops
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See listed gift shops below
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Attractions
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Museums
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Parks & Gardens
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Visitor Information
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The Issaquah Chamber of Commerce
155
NW Gilman Blvd.
Issaquah,
WA 98027
425-392-7024
http://www.issaquahchamber.com
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City of Issaquah
1775 12th Avenue NW
PO
Box 1307
Issaquah,
WA 98027
425-837-3000
http://www.ci.issaquah.wa.us/index.asp
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Listed Attractions
We have not necessarily visited
nor recommend listed establishments
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Antiques
Graybeards Gilman Antique Gallery – 425-391-6640 - http://gilmanantiquegallery.com/
625 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA 98027
Sisters Antiques – 425-392-7373 - http://www.sistersantiques.com/
655 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA 98027
Art
Galleries
Art By Fire – 425-996-8867 - http://www.artbyfire.com/
195 Front N, Issaquah, WA 98027
Miska Studio Gallery – 425-557-9002 - http://miska.com/
22621 SE 56th St, Issaquah, WA 98029
Revolution Gallery – 425-392-4982 - http://www.revolutiongallery.com/
317 NW Gilman Blvd #26, Issaquah, WA 98027
Gift Shops/
Specialty Shops
Anglomania Limited – 425-392-3818 - http://anglomanialimited.com/
317 NW Gilman Blvd, #11, Issaquah, WA 98027
Look’s Gifts & Cards – 425-392-5151 - http://www.bestcrystal.com/
1520 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA 98027
The Old Firehouse & Great Western Trading Company –
425-235-8805
18420 SE May Valley Road, Issaquah, WA 98027
Golf
Museums
Parks/Gardens
Hayes Nursery – 425-391-4166 - http://www.hayesnursery.com/
12501 Issaquah Hobart Rd SE, Issaquah, WA 98027
Squak Mt Greenhouses & Nursery – 425-392-1025 – http://www.squakmtnursery.com/
7600 Renton
Issaquah Rd SE, Issaquah, WA 98027
Quilting/Needlecrafts
Cultured Purls – 425-392-5648 - http://www.cultured-purls.com/
317 NW Gilman Blvd #5, Issaquah, WA 98027
Pacific Fabrics & Crafts – 425-392-6696 - http://www.pacificfabrics.com/
6000 E Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Issaquah, WA 98029
Yarns Galore – 425-391-8553
660 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA 98027
Scrapbooking/Crafts
Mad Scrapper – 425-427-8871 - http://www.madscrapper.com/
1590 NW Gilman Blvd, Ste E-2, Issaquah, WA 98027
Paper Zone – 425-526-2210
6160 E Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Issaquah, WA 98029
Theatres/Performing
Arts
Issaquah 9 Cinemas – 425-313-5754
1490 11th
Ave NW, Issaquah, WA 98027
Village Theatre –
425-392-2202 - http://www.villagetheatre.org/
303 Front St N, Issaquah, WA 98027
Tours/Charters
Free
Spirit Paragliding – 425-549-0073 - http://www.freespiritparagliding.com/
11206 Issaquah Hobart Rd, Issaquah, WA 98027
Wine/Spirits
Fles Wine – 425-427-0068 - http://fleswine.com/default.aspx
717 NW Gilman Blvd, Ste #3, Issaquah, WA 98027
Revelry Vintners – 425-392-5005 – http://revelryvintners.com/
1595 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA 98027
Tiger Mountain Winery (no tasting room) – 425-562-4205 - http://www.tigermountainwinery.com/
4629 191st Ave SE, Issaquah, WA 98027
Wine Styles – 425-837-8884 - http://www.winestyles.net/issaquah
755 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA 98027
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