The Tulalip Tribes of Washington opened a new outdoor concert venue a year ago and are already close to making a profit.

The 2,500-seat Tulalip Tribes Amphitheatre was built in about 10 months. So far, it has seen its share of sold-out concerts and other top events.

The venue is not located near the tribe's successful casino for a reason, said executive John McCoy, a tribal member. "We want to give people something to do besides gambling and make this a real destination," he told The Everett Herald.

The tribe has diversified its economy beyond gaming with a retail village, a new hotel and other developments.

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Relevant Links:
Quil Ceda Village - http://www.quilcedavillage.com
Tulalip Tribes - http://www.tulaliptribes-nsn.gov

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