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About the Redmond Historical Society

The Redmond Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing historical information about Redmond, Washington.


Founded in 1999 by a small of group of citizens passionate about our local history, our first meeting was held on May 29 at the city library with 23 supporters in attendance.

 

This was a time of tremendous growth in Redmond, and our first action was to lobby for, and secure, city landmark status for 16 structures. Shortly after, we were a partner in the creation of the Historic Downtown kiosk at Leary and Redmond Way, and drafted our first Walking Tour brochure.

 

Since then we have undertaken many initiatives that have today resulted in an extensive collection of historical documents, pictures and artifacts as well as oral histories. 

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Through staff, volunteers, and programs, Redmond Historical Society serves the community by providing primary sources such as historical documents, pictures, artifacts, and oral histories that all show the development, growth, and narrative about the Redmond we know today. With over 30,000 records of photographs and scanned data, the Redmond Historical Society has grown into one of the largest civic organizations in the city.

Our Mission

Redmond Historical Society serves the community through stewardship: collecting, preserving and sharing Redmond’s unique heritage.

Our Vision

Redmond Historical Society is recognized as a dynamic, beneficial, and responsive community resource for everything historical in the community. Through our staff, volunteers and programs we serve the diverse community – families and schools, business and civic organizations, and government – attracting experienced leaders, supportive donors, and enthusiastic members.
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