Fremont, WA
Music connected to Fremont
About Fremont
- • Musician Duff McKagan of Guns N' Roses spent part of his childhood in Fremont.
- • Theo Chocolate, Seattle's first organic chocolate factory, was founded in Fremont.
- • Fremont's location near the Lake Washington Ship Canal spurred early industrial growth.
- • The Fremont Troll lives under the Aurora Bridge, a local landmark since 1990.
- • The Great Seattle Fire of 1889 spurred development as people sought new land.
- • It's named after John C. Frémont, established in 1888, and annexed in 1891.
- • With over 12,000 residents, it's smaller than many Seattle neighborhoods.
- • At 33 feet, its low elevation makes it susceptible to flooding.
- • Many Fremont residents work in the tech industry or creative fields.
- • A whimsical, artistic vibe makes Fremont feel quirky and independent.
- • The Seattle Kraken play hockey nearby at Climate Pledge Arena.
- • The University of Washington Huskies football team plays near Fremont.