Greenwood, WA
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About Greenwood
- • Ryan Lewis, of the duo Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, hails from Greenwood.
- • The original location of the popular Top Pot Doughnuts was founded in Greenwood.
- • Annexation into Seattle in 1954 solidified Greenwood's place as a neighborhood.
- • A time capsule buried in 1955 at Greenwood Elementary remains unopened.
- • The devastating 2009 arson fire destroyed several businesses along Greenwood Avenue.
- • Named for its lush forests, Greenwood was established in 1907.
- • With around 55,000 residents, Greenwood is bigger than many Washington towns.
- • Sitting at 354 feet, the elevation offers views of the Olympic Mountains.
- • Many Greenwood residents work in retail, restaurants, and local businesses.
- • Greenwood evokes a cozy, community-focused feeling with a touch of urban charm.
- • The Seattle Kraken, a recent NHL expansion team, plays near Greenwood.
- • Greenwood's proximity to Seattle provides easy access to Mariners games.