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Redmond, Washington

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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Founded 1870 | Population 78,000 | Peak 78,000 (2024) | County King County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Redmond, Washington

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1870 Founded: Luke McRedmond filed a homestead claim, and the community grew around logging and agriculture.
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1912 Incorporated: Redmond was incorporated as a city in King County.
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1986 Microsoft Moves In: Microsoft relocated its headquarters to Redmond, beginning the city's transformation into a global tech hub.
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2005 Nintendo of America: Nintendo of America established its headquarters in Redmond, adding to the city's gaming and tech identity.
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2020 Microsoft Campus Expansion: Microsoft announced a massive campus modernization project, reinforcing Redmond's role as a tech capital.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1870 Culture
Founded
1912 Government
Incorporated
1986 Business
Microsoft Moves In
2005 Business
Nintendo of America
2020 Business
Microsoft Campus Expansion

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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