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Just a short drive from downtown Seattle, the historic Landmark neighborhood of Columbia City is worlds away. The wooded hills and farming area of 1891 was quickly established as an alternative to downtown living. Today, the turn-of-the-century buildings are filled with an eclectic mix of retailers, vibrant dining establishments, and a host of entertainment options. With an authenticity that's hard to match, Columbia City is the commercial center for the surrounding neighborhoods of Mount Baker, Lakewood-Seward Park, and the rest of the Rainier Valley.
For more information about the Columbia City neighborhood, please visit www.columbiacityseattle.com
For more history of the Rainier Valley, visit: www.rainiervalleyhistory.org
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In addition to a wide variety of first-rate eateries, Columbia City is brimming with fun events such as the Wednesday Farmer's Market (May through October), our monthly live music event, BeatWalk (first Friday May through December), live comedy and cabaret at the Columbia City Theater, and first-run movies in our neighborhood cinema.
The Rainier Valley Heritage Parade and Festival and the Bite of the Valley celebrates the whole Rainier Valley, taking place in the heart of Columbia City (third Saturday of August).
For more information about the Columbia City neighborhood, please visit www.columbiacityseattle.com
Visit the Rainier Chamber of Commerce for more information on activities in the entire Rainier Valley in Southeast Seattle: www.rainierchamber.com
Stay
You can spend a few days exploring these many treats by staying at the Last Loft, the neighborhood's first vacation rental in the heart of the district.
For more information, pease visit the Lodging page of the Columbia City Business Association website at www.columbiacityseattle.com
Restaurants
Visitors to Columbia City will be immediately struck by the diversity within this close-knit business district. Diners have their choice of Neapolitan pizza, Vietnamese pho, a Sicilian-inspired menu, Ethiopian selections, barbeque, family Mexican, Caribbean food, uncommonly good pub grub, and good old American fare. Shoppers can explore an incredible collection of African imports, view works of art, search for that special skirt, outfit the children, or buy flowers, meats, and fresh-baked bread.
Visit the Rainier Chamber of Commerce for more information on shopping and restaurants in the entire Rainier Valley in Southeast Seattle: www.rainierchamber.com
Getting There
In summer 2009, the Link Light Rail train system is slated in begin operations in Rainier Valley.
Metro Bus
Link Light Rail
Information and photos obtained with permission by Columbia City Business Association.
Photo: Dani Weiss Photography
Complied and written by Susan Davis, Executive Director, Rainier Chamber of Commerce, 1700 21st Ave. South, Suite 206, Seattle, WA 98144 (206) 725-2010, mail@rainierchamber.com
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