Home to Microsoft's global headquarters and Nintendo of America, Redmond is the "Bicycle Capital of the Northwest" and one of the tech capitals of the world. This Eastside Seattle suburb transformed from a logging and farming town into a powerhouse that shaped the personal computer revolution.
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Founded1870|Population78,000|Peak78,000(2024)|CountyKing County
Top 10 Most Important Events for Redmond, Washington
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1870Founded: Luke McRedmond filed a homestead claim, and the community grew around logging and agriculture.
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1912Incorporated: Redmond was incorporated as a city in King County.
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1986Microsoft Moves In: Microsoft relocated its headquarters to Redmond, beginning the city's transformation into a global tech hub.
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2005Nintendo of America: Nintendo of America established its headquarters in Redmond, adding to the city's gaming and tech identity.
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2020Microsoft Campus Expansion: Microsoft announced a massive campus modernization project, reinforcing Redmond's role as a tech capital.
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Did You Know?
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Microsoft's global headquarters is in Redmond.
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Nintendo of America is also headquartered here.
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Known as the 'Bicycle Capital of the Northwest.'.
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Redmond is located in King County, Washington.
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Redmond was founded in 1870.
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