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Fun Seattle Trivia Facts

Published on April 8, 2011

Some fun Seattle trivia facts – Did you know?

Seattle Washington was the first city in the USA to play a Beatles song.
Seattleites buy more sunglasses per capita then any other city in the USA. (So much for the rain & clouds here)
The first gas station opened in the WORLD – was in Seattle Washington (1907).
The Space Needle was the first rotating eatery in the USA.

Know you know some fun Seattle trivia facts!

Having lived in the Pacific Northwest his entire life, Jeff understands and delivers a different perspective about politics. Even though many may disagree with his language and writing style, you can't debate his passion for the Seattle area and his committment to a better society.