Kirkland, Washington is a robust suburb east of Seattle. It’s not a small town by any means, but it does retain a compelling historic charm. Founded in 1888, Kirkland retains a lot of rich history, but there are two sites in particular that showcase the deep roots of the community.

Heritage Park, located on Waverly Way in Kirkland, was the site of several different schools in the 20th-century before being made into a public park.
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The park offers beautiful views of Lake Washington and the rich natural setting around the city.
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The bold arch located in the park is a reminder of the history of this site. The arch was part of the original high school built on this property in 1932. Now it serves as an art piece in the public park, reminding Kirkland of the decades of growth it has experienced.
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Kirkland Arts Center is another remind of Kirkland's legacy. The Arts Center is housed in a historic building, raised in 1892. It's an impeccably preserved example of Victorian era commercial architecture and it served as offices until 1962 when the Arts Center was established.
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Now it's a community gathering place where Kirkland residents of all ages can appreciate art and engage in creative expression.
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While visiting the Arts Center you can take a tour of the historic building, and also visit the on-site gallery of local works. It's become the perfect marriage of history and art.
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The City of Kirkland has a lot to offer when it comes to history. But the Kirkland Arts Center and Heritage Park are two examples in particular that illustrate both the deep legacy of the land and the city and the vibrant contemporary community born from that history.

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