State Government
Access Washington
The official State Government website provides access to resources by topic, agency or service provided.
The Washington Channel
The YouTube channel of the Washington State government, linking you to videos from state agencies, departments, and elected officials.
Licensing Agencies in Washington
Listed by profession.
Office of Financial Management
Get budget information, population reports, find research and data by subject, and state government performance assessment tools.
State Agency, Commission & Organization Directory
Washington State Arts Commission
Locate grants, fellowships and apprenticeships, learn about folk and community arts, and access arts in education programs.
Washington State Licensing
Find information for getting your drivers license or ID card, locate vehicle registration information, or learn about professional license requirements within the state.
Governors
Current Governor of Washington
Governors of Washington, Territorial and State
Complete digital copy of the book by Edmond Meany, written in 1915.
Signatures of Territorial & State Governors
Territorial Governors Portraits, 1853-1889
This collection consists of photographic portraits and drawings of the governors of Washington Territory
Washington Governor's Mansion - A History
Washington Territorial and State Governors
Chronological list of governors, including party affiliation, dates of birth, death, and terms.
Washington Territorial and State Governors - Images
This is a searchable database of digital images and biographical information about past governors of the State of Washington.
Laws
Bill / RCW Cross Reference Tables
Bill Information
Includes the history of bills and all relevant documents, for the previous 3 legislative sessions. For sessions going back to 1991, change biennium in the individual detailed legislative reports.
Revised Code of Washington (RCW)
Washington Administrative Code (WAC)
Washington State Constitution
View images of the original state constitution.
Legislature
Find Your Legislator
Search for your legislative district, statewide and congressional district maps, and information about your legislators using your home address.
History of the State Legislature
The history of the legislature; includes oral histories, photographs & documents.
House of Representatives Group Photos
This collection on the Washington State Digital Archives, consists of group photos of members of the House of Representatives, 1883-1981.
Legislative Building Photograph Collection, 1928-1965
A collection of photographs, from the Washington State Archives, of the original construction and early history of the Legislative Building.
Members of the Legislature
Listed by district, from 1889 - 2009
State Legislature Home Page
State Senate Group Photos, 1881-1993
Washington State Legislative Sessions
Chronological list of legislative sessons, includes start & end dates, as well as numbers of bills introduced, enacted and vetoed.
Women in the Washington State Legislature
A searchable database containing information on women who have served in the Washington State Legislature.
Washington State Statistics
Center for Health Statistics
Vital statistics reports from the Washington Department of Health.
Education Research and Data Center
The center conducts analyses of early learning, K-12, and higher education programs and education issues in Washington State.
Facts & Bill Data
Charts and graphs detailing information about past political divisions, bill introductions, bills passed, and vetoes of the State House of Representatives and of the State Senate.
Office of Financial Management - Forecasting Division
The Forecasting Division provides estimates of state and local population, monitors changes in the state economy and labor force, and conducts research on a variety of issues affecting the state budget and public policy.
Pierce County Wellness Indicators
Provides statistics on a variety of subjects for Pierce County.
Washington Library Statistics
Statistics such as budget, collections and usage data for Washington State Public & Academic Libraries.
Washington State Population Survey
The WSPS has been an important source of data on the health and welfare of Washington families since 1998.
Washington QuickFacts, U.S. Census
Browse U.S. Census datasets for Washington by subject, get information by county or city, and see comparison to U.S. totals.
Washington State Data Book
Washington statistics on the following topics: Population, Economy, State Government Finance, Human Services, Criminal Justice, Education, Natural Resources, Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Local Government.
Washington Statistical Analysis Center
It is a clearinghouse for the state's criminal justice information, providing access to data, publications, and links to other state and federal resources.
Elections & Voting in Washington State
County Auditors/Elections Departments in Washington State
Elections & Voting (A division of the Office of the Secretary of State)
Information on everything related to elections in Washington State, including voter registration, election laws, upcoming & previous elections.
Historical Timeline of Voting & Elections in Washington State
History of Votes on State Income Tax
Oaths of Office 1854-1994
Collection includes the names of over 22,000 elected or appointed officials in Washington State, who took an oath of office between 1854 and 1994
Previous Election Results
Results are available for elections taking place from 1970 to the present.
Voters Pamplets, 1914 -
The State Library has started digitizing the state voters pamphlets, starting from 1914 and is working up to more recent versions. They are listed in the online catalog. Those that have already been digitized contain the link “view online from the Washington State Library.”
Voting District Maps
Congressional Districts (federal) and Legislative Districts (state)
Washington State Cities & Counties
City Web Sites & Contact Information
Counties of Washington - Brief Histories
County Web Sites & Contact Information
Municipal Research & Services Center of Washington
A comprehensive local government site, containing weekly news, sample documents, responses to common questions received by MRSC, local & state statutes and administrative rules.
Territorial Cities, Counties & Corporations
Read the histories of towns, cities, counties, and corporations throughout Washington State that were founded during Washington’s territorial period (1853-1889).
Maps
Historical Map Collection
This digital collection includes maps from both the Library and the State Archives and covers the history of Washington from early exploration (1794) to modern times.
Metsker Maps
The State Library has a collection of Metsker atlases for each Washington County. They are available for on site use only. All of the Metsker maps are listed in our online catalog.
Maps in the Washington State Library Collections
The State Library has many maps, which are found in our historical, federal publications and state publication collections. Not all our maps are in our catalog yet. We are actively working on a project to add them. You can search our catalog for just maps by highlighting the circle beside Map Collections before beginning your search.
Sanborn Maps
The State Library has Washington State Sanborn maps available on microfilm and online. Both the microfilm and the digital maps can only be viewed at the library.
Topographic Maps
The State Library has a large collection of federal topographic maps issued by the U.S. Geological Survey. You can browse the collection in our catalog, or do a keyword search for the place name along with the word topographic. This collection does not circulate, and unfortunately, library staff is unable to undertake map research on behalf of patrons.
Washington Maps Online
Current maps for Washington State Highways, for City, State & National Parks, and the Capitol Campus in Olympia.
Washington State Facts & Symbols
State Facts
Learn about our capital, population, economy, climate & geography.
State Symbols
Learn about the official State Seal, Flag, Animals, Plants, & Songs.
Washington State Flag
Includes history of the flag, state regulations, rules pertaining to use, as well as care & disposal.
Washington State History
George Washington Bush
Site includes a biography of the early African-American pioneer in Tumwater/Olympia, as well as maps, articles, and timelines.
HistoryLink.org
An online encyclopedia of Washington State history. Includes articles, slide shows, cyber tours and an image collection.
Territorial Timeline
A historical timeline of the Pacific Northwest and Washington Territory.
Washington History
The State Library along with the State Archives has created a web site about Washington history. Included is an interactive timeline, historical records search, and information on the Washington Territorial Commission.
Washington History Day
This web site guides you to primary source documents about Pacific Northwest history located in archives and libraries around the state. You can search by subject, time period, or by repository.
Washington State Travel & Tourism
Access Washington - Visiting & Recreation
The official State Government web site provides information on Events, Festivals, Museums, Performing Arts, Parks, Outdoor activities, as well as maps & weather information.
Capitol Tour & Visitor Information
Find how to book a tour, directions, events calendars, and facts and history about the capitol.
Experience Washington
Access tourist and travel information on accommodations, activities, attractions, deals, events, and maps.
Maps
Maps for Washington State Highways, for City, State & National Parks, and the Capitol Campus in Olympia.
National Weather Service: Washington
Use their interactive map to get city weather information or use the tabs to find hourly reports, state forecasts, and climate data.
Washington State Ferries
West Coast Tide Tables
