Welcome to the Eastern Washington History.org Website
This free website is dedicated to expanding knowledge and providing enrichment for the reader on Inland Northwest history. The main focus is the regional history of Spokane and Eastern Washington. Some areas of Central Washington may be included that are part of or compliment the overall article topics.
The topics of the articles cover a wide range of areas including: Architecture, Aviation, Bridges, Buildings, Early Settlers, Libraries, Neighborhoods, Parks, People, Philanthropy, Railroads, Recreation, Stores, Towns, and miscellaneous others.
This website also provides guides, references, and links to historical resources to assist those in doing their own research and writing.
Featured Article
Spokane’s Grand Natatorium Amusement Park of a Bygone Era
Natatorium Park, opened in 1890 along the Spokane River, blended baseball, swimming, thrill rides, and entertainment into a Pacific Northwest landmark for nearly eight decades.
Recent Articles
Remembering the Standard Stock Exchange and the Spokane Stock Exchange
History of the Exchange The Spokane Stock Exchange was established in 1896 and convened its first trading session in a storeroom next to the Trader’s…
Spokane’s Masonic Temple – An Architectural Icon
I have always been intrigued by the Masonic Temple on Riverside Avenue with its distinctive curve. It features 18 columns of the Corinthian Order. There…
Spokane’s Federal Building and U.S. Post Office – A Historic Gem
When in downtown Spokane, an impressive and not to be missed historical gem is the Federal Building and U. S. Post Office located at 904…
About Sharon
Sharon has always had a love of history growing up in the Inland Northwest. She previously wrote for Nostalgia Magazine, SpokaneHistorical.org, and HistoryLink.org.
Sharon created this website to build upon the articles she has already written, to further expand into different topics, and to uncover those "lesser known" historic gems!
