Place Names of Washington by Robert Hitchman is a monumental 1985 geographical dictionary published by the Washington State Historical Society that catalogs the origins and historical context of the state's geographic designations. Culminating decades of meticulous research, the encyclopedic volume traces the naming of thousands of cities, rivers, mountains, and coastal features back to Indigenous origins, early Spanish and British maritime exploration, and the influx of pioneer settlers. By documenting the cultural and linguistic roots of diverse locations—from the high peaks of the Cascades to the rugged shorelines of the San Juan Islands—the book captures the layered history embedded in the state's map. Ultimately, it serves as an indispensable and definitive reference for regional historians, genealogists, and geographers seeking to understand the complex colonial, pioneer, and Indigenous heritage that defined the landscape of Washington.

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Map on lining paper

Map on lining paper