Lumber and railroads were the major industries when Sandpoint was founded over one hundred years ago. Today Sandpoint has become one of the most diverse small towns in the Pacific Northwest. Sandpoint has been recognized as one of the nation’s best small arts towns due to its vibrant visual and performance arts scene. Sandpoint’s year round recreational opportunities provide something for everyone, from skiing, boating, hiking, fishing or walking around town where you can experience Sandpoint’s historic business district and unique neighborhoods. Sandpoint’s businesses, both large and small, are varied and growing. They include food processing, non-polluting manufacturing, high tech industries, recreation, and a vigorous retail and service sector as well as outstanding restaurants and pubs.
Sandpoint’s greatest asset is the people whether they have lived here all of their lives or are just newly arrived. They realize they are fortunate to live in Sandpoint and are willing to contribute their time and effort to make their community the best it can be. With commitment and a belief that working together is the key to a quality community volunteers have saved an historic theater, developed North Idaho’s only native plant arboretum, started the Pend Oreille Arts Council, and helped The Festival at Sandpoint to become one of the premier music festivals in the Pacific Northwest. These are only a few of the community assets developed by, maintained by, and enjoyed by the citizens of Sandpoint.
Come and experience Sandpoint!