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Book Synopsis: Poulsbo is one of the earliest communities on Washington's Olympic Peninsula. Founded in 1883, it quickly became the destination place for Scandinavian immigrants looking for a fjord-like setting where they could farm, fish, and flourish in a climate more user-friendly than either their homeland or America's Midwest. The village on Liberty Bay is home to the oldest Lutheran church on the Olympic Peninsula. It was also the homeport for the Pacific Coast Codfish Company, at one time the largest codfish supplier on the Pacific coast. While motorized fishing boats and pleasure craft of all types have replaced the three-masted schooners of yore, Poulsbo today still cherishes its Scandinavian heritage with Syttende Mai, Midsommarfest, and Julefest. The local bakery put Poulsbo on the map in the 1970s with the development of Poulsbo Bread, now sold worldwide; however, the town's most unique claim remains its name--the result of a spelling error.
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Discover the charming history of Poulsbo, Washington with the captivating Poulsbo (Images of America) book. This delightful book takes you on a journey back in time to the early days of this picturesque community on the Olympic Peninsula. Immerse yourself in the stories of Scandinavian immigrants who sought a fjord-like haven to farm, fish, and thrive in a climate more accommodating than their native land or the American Midwest.
As you flip through these pages, you'll come across fascinating tales of resilience and achievements. Poulsbo proudly boasts the oldest Lutheran church on the Olympic Peninsula, a testament to the deep roots and enduring faith of its early settlers. Additionally, you'll uncover the remarkable legacy of the Pacific Coast Codfish Company, once the Pacific coast's primary codfish provider. These captivating anecdotes whisk you away to a bygone era of majestic three-masted schooners navigating Liberty Bay.
While times have changed, Poulsbo has retained its rich Scandinavian heritage. The town preserves its cultural traditions by celebrating Syttende Mai, Midsommarfest, and Julefest, which bring the community together in joyous revelry. To top it all off, the world-renowned Poulsbo Bread originated from the local bakery, putting Poulsbo on the international culinary map in the 1970s. However, the most extraordinary aspect of Poulsbo is its very name—it was an accidental misspelling that has now become an endearing signature.
Step into the past and immerse yourself in the enchanting story of Poulsbo with the Poulsbo (Images of America) book. Order your copy today and experience the rich history and cultural heritage that have shaped this remarkable community for decades to come.
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