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In 2023, The West Seattle Chamber of Commerce will be celebrating 100 years of incorporation. “Of the nearly 3900 incorporations filed in 1923, only 38 exist today” (Source: Washington Secretary of State) and the West Seattle Chamber is honored to be among the 1% still operating! In 1923, incorporating a business was quite a challenge. Incorporation paperwork was delivered to Olympia, Washington by horseback, steam wheeler, or train. Even if you owned a car the roads leading to Olympia were virtually impossible to navigate.
There are many ways that the West Seattle Chamber will be commemorating the Centennial—here are a few:
Special Edition Logo
A celebratory logo debuted on the Chamber social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter) at midnight on December 31st, 2022. It was designed locally by Hanson Graphic Design.
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“Visit West Seattle” Mobile App
In early 2023, the West Seattle Chamber launched a free mobile app thanks to the City of Seattle Office of Economic Development’s Neighborhood Economic Recovery Fund. The app features things to do, landmarks, entertainment, community centers, public art & murals, Seattle BIPOC-owned businesses and WS Chamber member restaurants/retailers.
Savor the Centennial
Seasonally, there will be treats available locally from Chamber members. All profits from these fun consumables go directly to these businesses.
- MyNecessitea has created a limited edition “Cen-Tea-Nial” Golden Needle blend loose tea. Look for it in the tea display at MyNecessitea (3732B California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116).
- A 100 Year Beer brewed with centennial hops is coming Spring 2023 in partnership with Elliott Bay Brewing Co.
- A custom ice cream flavor made by and served at Husky Deli will be available Summer 2023.
- Inner Alchemy Treasures & Transformations has selected a centennial crystal, Noble Serpentine. Noble Serpentine is a rich lime green colored crystal resembling a common opal. They will be available for purchase from Inner Alchemy (3043 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116) in March 2023.
If you are a West Seattle Chamber member who would like to offer a Centennial Celebration product this year, please let us know at info@wschamber.com.
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Special Events:
Cheers to 100 Years Presented by Potter Construction | WS Chamber's 100th Birthday Party
Thursday, April 27th, 2023 @ Admiral Theater
2023 Annual Westside Awards Presented by Nucor Steel Seattle
Tuesday, May 16th, 2023 @ South Seattle College
Battle for West Seattle Softball Game – West Seattle Chamber vs. West Seattle Junction Association
Sunday, May 21st 2023 @ Mel Olson Stadium (Home of DubSea Fish Sticks)
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If you have questions, please contact us at info@wschamber.com