Where the City Meets the Sound: The Story of Seattle's Waterfront

by Jennifer Ott

The powerful story of a place shaped by trade, conflict, and continuous transformation

From canoes on the beach at Dzidzilalich to steamships and piers, Seattle's waterfront was the center of the city's economy and culture for generations. Its tumultuous history reflects a broader story of immigration, labor battles, and technological change. The 2001 Nisqually Earthquake brought fresh urgency and opportunity to remake this contested...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1933245743
• ISBN13: 9781933245744
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: University of Washington Press
• Length: 176 Pages
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher