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Thornwood is a small, unincorporated community located in Skagit County, in the U.S. state of Washington. An unincorporated community means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does.

Exploring Thornwood

Thornwood is a quiet spot in the beautiful landscape of Washington state. It's part of Skagit County, which is known for its stunning natural areas and agricultural lands.

A Look at Its Past

The community of Thornwood has a short but interesting history.

  • Early Days: A post office was opened in Thornwood in the year 1900. This was an important place for people to send and receive mail.
  • Naming the Community: Thornwood got its name from an early resident named W. J. Thorne. It's common for places to be named after important people who lived there or helped start the community.
  • Post Office Closes: The post office in Thornwood stayed open for about 12 years, closing its doors in 1912.
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