Washington: Facts, Map and State Symbols - EnchantedLearning.com YouTube Playlist Games and activities about Washington State M r Dons Washington State Page Washington State is one of 50 states that make up the United States. Come learn about this state, how it got its name, where you can find it on a map, what its flag looks like, and some other cool facts about Washington. Where is Washington State? Imagine standing in a tall, odd-shaped building. You are so high up that you can see the whole city below you, as well as mountains and a waterfront. Because the observation deck you're standing on is round, you can walk in a complete circle and see in every direction. You are standing in the Space Needle in Washington State! Washington State is in the northwest corner of the 48 contiguous United States and was the 42nd state to join the Union in 1889. Hawaii could fit inside Washington State more than 10 times! It also shares borders with Oregon, Idaho, and the count...