Northgate, WA
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About Northgate
- • Sir Mix-a-Lot, the rapper known for "Baby Got Back," hails from Northgate.
- • The Northgate Mall, one of the first suburban malls in the U.S., originated here.
- • The opening of Northgate Mall in 1950 spurred Northgate's development as a regional hub.
- • Northgate was once home to a large drive-in movie theater, long since demolished.
- • The 1996 Seattle flood heavily impacted areas near Northgate Mall, causing extensive damage.
- • Named for its location at Seattle's northern city limit, it was established in 1950.
- • With over 70,000 residents, it's bigger than many Washington towns.
- • At 443 feet above sea level, the air is slightly thinner than Seattle's waterfront.
- • Healthcare and retail are significant employment sectors in Northgate.
- • The vibe is bustling and convenient, with a mix of urban and suburban energy.
- • The Seattle Kraken play at Climate Pledge Arena, a short drive from Northgate.
- • The University of Washington Huskies' rivalry with Washington State is a local obsession.