Mercer Island Feature
Mapped Location
Mercer Island: The mapped location is an approximation and should not be used for navigation or wayfinding.
Information
General information on Mercer Island
- Feature Type: Feature
Official, historical, colloquial and alternative toponyms for Mercer Island
A brief list of names that this geographic feature has been named
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Mercer Island | Official |
Origin Notes and History of Mercer Island
References to Mercer Island that document the origin of its place name
MERCER ISLAND, along the Eastern shore of Lake Washington, in King County. It was named in honor of Asa Shinn Mercer who once owned land there. (Seattle Post-Intelligencer, June 30, 1909). By the Duwamish Indians the place was called "Klut-use." (J. A.Costello, The Siwash.)
Related Catalog Titles
A Bibliography for Mercer Island, Feature
Mercer Island heritage by Judy Gellatly
Mercer Island Heritage by Judy Gellatly is a comprehensive local history, published by the Mercer Island Historical Society, that chronicles the evolution of this unique community situated in Washington's Lake Washington. Through detailed narratives and archival photographs, the book explores the island's transition from a secluded rural pioneer settlement into a bustling suburban city following the construction of the first floating bridge. Ultimately, it serves as an essential preservation of the region's early residents, civic milestones, and enduring local heritage.
vi, 185 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
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Last updated: 2016-12-12