Edmonds Historical Museum
Museum Local history museum documenting Edmonds and region
A local museum in Edmonds, Washington, focused on maritime, logging and community history; visitors browse exhibits, photographs and artifacts about the town.
The Edmonds Historical Museum is a local history museum in Edmonds, Washington, presenting the cultural and maritime history of the Edmonds area. It functions as the community museum for the city and surrounding neighborhoods.
The museum displays artifacts, photographs, and interpretive exhibits that cover local industries, maritime history, and community life. Exhibits are rotated periodically and typically include objects, photographs, and archival material rather than large-scale installations.
The museum is operated by local historical organizations and collections have been assembled from community donations and local archives. Over time the institution has focused on preserving regional records and artifacts relevant to Edmonds and nearby shoreline communities.
Sited in downtown Edmonds on Puget Sound, it lies roughly 35 to 40 kilometers (about 20 to 25 miles) north of downtown Seattle and within easy walking distance of the ferry terminal and waterfront parks.
- Location tip: Located a short walk from the Edmonds waterfront and ferry terminal, making it easy to combine with seaside visits.
How to Get to Edmonds Historical Museum #
Edmonds is north of Seattle; from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport or downtown Seattle, take Interstate 5 north to exit toward Edmonds or use the Sound Transit/Community Transit network to Edmonds station. The museum is a short walk from Edmonds’ downtown and ferry terminal; on-street parking and nearby public lots serve the area.
Tips for Visiting Edmonds Historical Museum #
- Check the museum's calendar for rotating exhibits and community talks - small local museums often hold the best oral histories.
- Pair a visit with a stroll along the Edmonds waterfront and the ferry terminal: maritime objects in the museum come into clearer relief when seen beside the Puget Sound.
- Pop into the nearby coffee shops on Main Street for local ephemera and postcards - volunteers and longtime residents are a good source for directions and stories.
Best Time to Visit Edmonds Historical Museum #
Best visited in the local high season (summer) for programming, or spring/fall to browse without crowds.
Weather & Climate near Edmonds Historical Museum #
Temperate climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 2°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (885 mm/year).
January
January is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 25 mm.
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August
August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm).
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December
December is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (141 mm).
