Hansville, Washington facts for kids
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Hansville, Washington
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The Point No Point Light House
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 Hansville, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
Hansville, Washington
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Kitsap |
| Area | |
| • Total | 28.0 sq mi (72.6 km2) |
| • Land | 10.6 sq mi (27.4 km2) |
| • Water | 17.4 sq mi (45.1 km2) |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,091 |
| • Density | 292/sq mi (112.6/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
98340
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| Area code(s) | 360 |
| FIPS code | 53-29430 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1512267 |
Hansville is a small coastal community in Kitsap County, Washington, United States. It's not a city, but a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's a place the government counts for population, but it doesn't have its own city government.
In 2020, about 3,858 people lived in Hansville. It's located at the very northern tip of the Kitsap Peninsula. The nearest city, Poulsbo, is about 16 miles (26 km) to the southwest.
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History of Hansville
Early Discoveries and Treaties
The area around Hansville was first seen by European settlers in 1841. This happened during an exploration of Puget Sound. The leader of the expedition, Charles Wilkes, named a spot "Point No Point." He called it this because it looks like a big piece of land sticking out from far away, but not so much when you get closer.
In 1855, a very important meeting took place at Point No Point. Isaac Stevens, who was the governor of the Washington Territory, invited about 1,200 Native Americans from the Chimakum, Klallam, and Skokomish tribes. They met to sign a special agreement called the Point No Point Treaty. This treaty was signed the day after the meeting.
First Settlers and Growth
The first non-Native American people to live in Hansville were the lighthouse keepers. They worked at the Point No Point Light, which was built in 1879. In 1893, a fisherman from Norway became the first permanent settler who wasn't connected to the lighthouse.
Soon, more people from Norway moved to the area. One of them was Hans Zachariasen, and the community of Hansville was named after him.
Developing the Community
The Hansville Community Church was started in 1900. Its first church building was built nine years later. In 1908, a road was built to connect Hansville to Point No Point and its lighthouse.
A big change happened in 1924 when another road was built. This road went 10 miles (16 km) south to Kingston. For the first time, people could reach Hansville by car, not just by boat or trail. This new road helped Hansville become a popular place for fishing vacations.
However, fishing became less popular in the 1960s, and the fishing lodges closed down. In 1962, a new neighborhood called Driftwood Key was planned. It grew to be the largest neighborhood in Hansville by 2008, with many homes.
Geography of Hansville
Hansville is located at the northern end of the Kitsap Peninsula. It is about 10 miles (16 km) north of Kingston. To the west of Hansville, you'll find Hood Canal and Coon Bay.
A small elevated piece of land called Foulweather Bluff is at the very northwest tip of the Kitsap Peninsula. To the east, Point No Point faces Puget Sound. On a clear day, you can even see the Columbia Center building in Seattle far away to the southeast.
Hansville is next to the Port Gamble Tribal Community to the south. Across Hood Canal to the west is Jefferson County. To the northeast, across a narrow waterway called Admiralty Inlet, is Whidbey Island in Island County.
Population Information
A study in 2010 found that about 70% of people living in Hansville live there all the time. The other 30% use their homes in Hansville for weekends or summer vacations.
Parks and Outdoor Fun
Hansville has three county parks. These parks are connected by a system of trails called the Hansville Greenway. These trails are protected by special agreements called conservation easements.
Buck Lake County Park
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Buck Lake County Park is a 20-acre (8.1 ha) park that includes Buck Lake. Kitsap County owns and manages this park. It is also home to the Buck Lake Native Plant Garden. This garden shows off plants that grow naturally in coastal Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. A private group takes care of the garden, which was started in 2006. It has more than 100 different kinds of plants.
Norwegian Point County Park
Norwegian Point County Park is a 3-acre (1.2 ha) park right on the waterfront. From here, you can look out over Admiralty Inlet and Whidland Island. The park has a six-sided shelter called a gazebo. You can also see the old parts of one of Hansville's former fishing resorts here.
Point No Point Lighthouse and Park
Point No Point Lighthouse and Park is a 60-acre (24 ha) park managed by Kitsap County. It includes the historic Point No Point Light. This lighthouse is taken care of by the United States Lighthouse Society. Built in 1879, it is thought to be the oldest lighthouse on Puget Sound. It is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places because of its historical importance.
Local Services
Water in Hansville is provided by Kitsap Public Utilities. This is a special government group that serves all of Kitsap County. A board of three elected commissioners manages it. Hansville is part of their northern district. Electricity for homes in Hansville comes from Puget Sound Energy.
Media and News
The main local newspaper in Hansville is the Hansville Log. This is a monthly newsletter published by the Greater Hansville Community Center.
The North Kitsap Herald is a weekly newspaper that started in 1901. Its offices are in Poulsbo, and it covers Hansville and nearby communities. Hansville also receives two daily newspapers: the Kitsap Sun and the Seattle Times. For TV, Hansville is in the Seattle-Tacoma broadcasting area.
Famous People from Hansville
- Allan "Whitey" Snyder – A famous make-up artist for movies and theater.
- Jim Warren – An activist who works to protect people's electronic privacy.
- Thomas "Shaggy" Rasmussen – An artist.
See also
In Spanish: Hansville (Washington) para niños
