Museums, libraries, museums, parks, zoos, and theaters serving all, or a large part of the state of Washington are listed in this category. Also included in this category are statewide shopping centers and other retail outlets.
Recommended Resources
Art Guide Northwest provides information on museums and galleries in Seattle and western Washington State. Reviews of art events can also be found here, as well as updates on gallery shows an art events in Seattle and Puget Sound.
http://www.artguidenw.com/
Highlights an organization dedicated to scenic driving in Washington State. Its site includes a description of some of the state's most interesting regions and activities, all taking place on the Loop. The site also has some details on lodging options in this area.
http://www.cascadeloop.com/
This website provides information on plants native to the central part of Washington State. The site's detailed contents will be of greatest interest to botanists, but others may find it interesting as well. The site has articles on the adaptations of desert plans, an explanation of how biological soil crusts work and more.
http://www.cwnp.org/
Features a guide to parks and recreation in Pierce County, Washington. You can search by park name, zip code, or look for parks that have specific features, such as public auditoriums. Alternatively, parks within the county may be browsed alphabetically.
http://www.discoverparks.org/
The Harbor History Museum (formerly the Gig Harbor Peninsula History Museum) is a history museum based in Washington State. You can find visitor information on this website. One can also read about the museum's programs including restoration projects.
http://www.gigharbormuseum.org
Search an online database of libraries within the state by name, location, zip code, county, type, or category. Provides a brief profile of the facility, its location, hours of operation, and contact data.
http://www.sos.wa.gov/
The McChord Air Museum is an American museum dedicated to flight and planes. Based at McChord Air force Base in Washington, you can find out about the airplanes preserved at the museum. The website also provides a history of the McChord Air Force base and educational activities.
http://www.mcchordairmuseum.org/
The Museum of Northwest Art is an art museum in Washington State dedicated to the works of artists from the northwestern United States. The website provides information on the museum's calendar of arts and programs. You can also read a history of the museum here.
http://www.museumofnwart.org/
The Ocean Beaches in Washington State website has plenty of information on the different beaches you can experience in this Pacific Northwestern state. You can also learn about the Olympic National Park Beach which has protected lands and beaches that you can enjoy.
http://www.northwestplaces.com/trips001/1-NorthPBeaches/OceanBeaches.htm
This website helps you plan trips to the Okanogan area of British Columbia, an area known for its wines. You can find information on accommodation, annual events and maps of the area. The website also has details on the kind of weather you can experience when visiting this region.
http://www.okanogancountry.com/
Offers an introduction to Olympic County, a scenic area of Washington State. You can find out about the transportation options available here, including ships. The website also has information on lodging if you are interested in visiting the county. The Activities section of the website explains the many attractions you can find there.
http://www.olympicpeninsula.org/
Port Townsend Marine Science Center
The Port Townsend Marine Science Center is an educational organization based in Port Townsend, Washington. The Center's website has details on the camp program where children can learn about marine science. The website also has information on the center's exhibits.
http://www.ptmsc.org/
Spokane Hoopfest is annual basketball event in Spokane County, Washington. You can find out how to become a sponsor for the festival. The website also has a list of the players and teams participating in the festival.
http://www.spokanehoopfest.net/
The Northwest Railway Museum is a cultural organization that preserves the history of trains in the northwestern United States. The museum has a variety of trains including a Santa train, school train and so forth. You can also find out how to do research at the railway library and archive.
http://www.trainmuseum.org/
Visit Tri-Cities Visitor & Convention Bureau
The Visit Tri-Cities Visitor & Convention Bureau website has travel information on three Washington State: Kennewick, Pasco and Richland. The website has information on the history of the region including the famous Lewis & Clark Expedition. The website also has details on the area's eco-tourism attractions.
http://www.visittri-cities.com/
The WMA was formed for the purpose of representing museums of all types and sizes throughout the state of Washington. Visitors to its site may search for museums in the state by name or by location.
http://washingtonstatemuseums.org/
This official state government site allows visitors to view a list of state parks by name, search for a park by its features, or browse an interactive map showing the location of parks within the state. Schedules are available, and reservations for staying at some of the parks may be made online.
http://www.parks.wa.gov/parks/
