Sunday, May 15, 2011

Fun Facts

1. Washington is the only state to be named after an American president.
2. Seattle is home to the first revolving restaurant, 1961
3. Microsoft Corporation is located in Redmond.
4. The oldest working gas station in the US is located in Zillah.
5. Starbucks was founded in Seattle.
6. The state capital is Olympia, and the largest city is Seattle.
7. Residents are called "Washingtonians"
8. The game "Pictionary" was invented in Washington.
9. Washington has 16 airports.
10. Bill Gates lives in Medina.

2 comments:

  1. Interesting facts. Speaking of games, these facts would be good for a game of Trivial Pursuit! How about some pictures?

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