Trafton, Washington facts for kids
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Trafton, Washington
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 Trafton, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
Trafton, Washington
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Snohomish |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
Trafton is a small community in Snohomish County, Washington. It is an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city does. Trafton is located very close to the city of Arlington. Many people who live in Trafton consider themselves residents of Arlington. You'll find several places in the area named Trafton, such as the old Trafton School and the Trafton Cemetery.
Where Did Trafton Get Its Name?
The community of Trafton got its name from a town called Trafalgar, Indiana.
A Look Back at Trafton's Past
Before European settlers arrived, the Stillaguamish lived in this area. They built a large winter village right by the river, near where Trafton is today. This village was called chuck-kol-che. We only know the early way this native Lushootseed name was written down.
At least 200 people lived in the chuck-kol-che village. They had permanent buildings, including a big longhouse, a smaller house, and a smokehouse. One of the leaders, or "chiefs," of the village was named chad-is.
See Also
In Spanish: Trafton (Washington) para niños
