- Washington became the 42nd state in the United States on November 11, 1889. It was the final state in the contiguous U.S. that has a coastline.
- A disgraced cop is on the run after he allegedly shot dead his former wife and his 17-year-old girlfriend in Washington state before abducting a one-year-old boy.
- Explore the natural beauty and culture of Washington State. Check out the diverse music scene and wineries, and hike a National Volcanic Monument.
- The State of Washington has the largest ferry system in the United States with 20 terminals located around Puget Sound and in the San Juan Islands.
- The official travel and tourism website for the State of Washington. Find visitor guides, travel inspiration, and planning tools for your next vacation.
- The state enjoys a diverse range of climates, from the temperate rain forests of the Olympic National Park to the arid conditions of Eastern Washington.
- Washington median household income is $60,294 in 2010-2014 and has grown by 31.72% since 2000.
- More Washington History Firsts & State Facts. The state of Washington is the only state to be named after a United States president.
- Washington State is a melting pot of people, companies and ideas that has reshaped the way we think, shop, travel, entertain and communicate.
- The state is often referred to as “Washington state” in order to distinguish it from the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C.