Edmonds is a waterfront town with picturesque views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. With a growing community of 40,000 residents this once mill town has grown into a thriving city of the arts.
It is the many art galleries, annual arts festivals, Thursday night Art Walks, concerts in the park and Annual Writers Conference that brings thousands of visitors to Edmonds each year. Recently added to the town was the Edmonds Center for the Arts. The center seats 700 and host both local and world renowned artists.
Located on the shores of Puget Sound, Edmonds is just short ferry ride away from the Olympic Peninsula and San Juan Islands. Whether walking along the shore, taking in the underwater dive area or enjoying one of over 30 community parks there is an abundance of outdoor activities in Edmonds.
With state of the art and progressive education programs the community school system is one of Edmond's strongest assets. In 2007 Edmonds was named of the Best 100 Communities for Music Education in America. There are also several private schools in the area as well as extensive home school programs.
Whether strolling along the city streets or enjoying one of Edmonds diverse restaurants you will be greeted by the hospitality that got Edmond voted 9 years in a row as Western Washington's friendliest city.