City of Edmonds - Washington

Visit Edmonds Creative District

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Welcome to Washington State's first certified Creative District! Downtown Edmonds offers a rich mix of arts, culture, creative-sector businesses, public gathering spaces, parks and historic structures to explore.

DIRECTORY: Edmonds Creative District

There is more to explore! Discover everything Edmonds has to offer. Go to EXPLORE EDMONDS website for a calendar of events, places to stay, neighborhoods to visit and insight into what makes Edmonds a special place.

About WA State Certified Creative District Program

A certified Creative District is a geographically defined area of cultural and creative economy activity, recognized by the State of WA, as a place for people to live, work and gather within a community's creative sector, fostering economic vitality. State certification endorses creative activities, recognizes the potential for growth, and provides an avenue for the promotion of existing businesses and organizations.

For complete information, visit WA Creative District Program.

Edmonds Creative District In The News

Crosscut: "WA's First "Creative District Isn't Where You Think"

Governor Jay Inslee's Office Newsletter: "Arts and culture community in Edmonds beams brighter after earning new state certification"

Everett Herald: "A new sign on I-5 will point to Edmonds as an artistic hub"

Everett Herald Editorial: "Counting on economic power of creativity"

Edmonds Downtown Alliance: "Edmonds Stands for Creativity"

Seattle Magazine: "Edmonds Wows With Dining, Recreation and a Thriving New Creative District"