A Brief Look At Cashmere, Washington

Cashmere, Washington is a small community located approximately seven miles west of Wenatchee on Highway 2 in Washington State. Cashmere is nestled along the Wenatchee River in the eastern foothills of the Cascades Mountains. Primarily an agricultural community, Cashmere also has a rather large antique mall and a candy manufacturing plant (Aplets & Cotlets).

Cashmere is named because of its apparent resemblance to the Kashmir region of India. The original name of Cashmere was Mission, named for Catholic missionaries who served in the area. Mission Creek that runs nearby is a reminder of this name from the past.

Cashmere is home to a fine museum, known as the Pioneer Museum, complete with outdoor displays of area life during settlement times. Cashmere is also home to the yearly Chelan County Fair as well as Cashmere’s famous Founders Days celebration.

The hills immediately arround Cashmere alternate between natural pine forests and fruit tree orchards. Cashmere, like the surrounding area, is known worldwide for its tree fruit, notably apples and pears. Though known for agriculture now, specifically pears, Cashmere’s early days were also supported by a rich logging industry.

Take a moment to check out some photos of Cashmere, Washington in our Cashmere Gallery, part of our North Central Washington Communities Photo Gallery.