Snohomish, Washington

Snohomish is a city in Snohomish County, Washington. The population was 8,494 at the 2000 census. The town prides itself for its historical downtown feel, and is known for its many antique shops. Many homes throughout the town are considered historical; each bears a plaque with the year it was built and the family that originally occupied it. Once every year, the town gives tours of the these houses to those who are interested. Snohomish bills itself, and First Street in particular, as the "Antique Capital of the Northwest."