History

From the earliest days, West Edge has been home to independent-spirited folks from a variety of cultures. Our area was settled soon after the great fire of 1889 destroyed Seattle’s thriving Downtown area in present-day Pioneer Square. Entrepreneurs moved north to West Edge, establishing the city’s financial and retail center.

In 1907, Seattle farmers created Pike Place Market in an effort to eliminate dishonest middlemen. A century later, this historic farmers market is one of Washington’s most popular attractions with more than 10 million visitors a year.

In more recent history, West Edge became known as the museum district when the Seattle Art Museum moved to its 1st Avenue location. Soon after, galleries opened throughout the area, making West Edge one of the Northwest’s most popular art districts.

Present day West Edge is a vibrant neighborhood filled with one-of-a-kind, locally owned businesses, including restaurants, designer clothing and furniture, music venues and much more.

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