Thurston County, Administrative region in Western Washington, United States
The county stretches across the southern end of Puget Sound, containing the state capital Olympia and extensive natural forests and watersheds.
The territory was established in 1852 from Lewis County and named after Samuel R. Thurston, the first Congressional delegate from Oregon Territory.
The Nisqually and Squaxin indigenous groups inhabited this region for over 3000 years before European settlers arrived in the 1830s.
The Board of County Commissioners conducts regular meetings to implement community services and manages public records, licenses, and permits.
The county maintains the Fix-it-Fair program where residents bring broken items for free repairs, supporting local sustainability initiatives.
Location: Washington
Inception: 1852
Capital city: Olympia
Shares border with: Pierce County, Lewis County, Grays Harbor County, Mason County
Website: https://thurstoncountywa.gov
GPS coordinates: 46.93000,-122.83000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:50
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