This page features a collection of historical articles about Eastern Washington, covering regional history, local communities, historic sites, and cultural heritage. Topics include Spokane-area history, early settlement, architecture, public spaces, and notable places across Eastern Washington. These articles provide research and context on the people, events, and locations that shaped the region.
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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.
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The Poor Clare Nuns – Over 100 Years in Spokane and Still Going Strong
It has been such a pleasure and an honor to live near the Poor Clare Nuns here in Spokane since 1962. They are a cloistered…
Read MoreThe “Little Known” Story of Oliver Perry Meeker Brother of the Famous Ezra Meeker
A brutal Eddyville, Iowa, winter, the opportunity for a better life, and the lure of free land enticed Ezra Meeker (1830-1928) and his wife, Eliza…
Read MoreRemembering the Broadview Dairy
It isn’t often in the Northwest that we find a merger of history involving agriculture, commerce, the successes and failures of economics, and a surviving…
Read MoreCarnegie Libraries of Eastern and Central Washington: Elevation and Enlightenment through Learning
An in-depth history of Carnegie libraries in Eastern and Central Washington, highlighting architecture, civic support, and an educational legacy of free access to books.
Read MoreThe History of Airway Heights
Airway Heights, WA history reflects Indigenous roots, Fairchild Air Force Base influence, and post-WWII growth that led to incorporation and long-term community development.
Read MoreSpangle, Washington: Initially an 1800s Farming Town along the Famous Mullan Road
Spangle, WA, founded in the 1800s, a historic Mullan Road stop, homesteading hub, railroad town, gateway to the Palouse, with a pioneer past and frontier heritage.
Read MoreAn Historic Look at Geiger Field and the Spokane International Airport
The history of the Spokane International Airport, from Indigenous lands and Geiger Field to WWII service, iconic mid-century architecture, and modern expansion.
Read MoreSpokane Hosted the National Air Derby and Air Races in 1927
Spokane led U.S. aviation in 1927 hosting the National Air Derby & Air Races at Felts Field, attracting top pilots, Charles A. Lindbergh, and national attention.
Read MoreSpokane’s Iconic Parkade Plaza and Skywalk System
Spokane’s Parkade opened in 1967 and revolutionized downtown with its historic skywalks and mid-century modern architecture.
Read MoreRemembering the Great Northern and Union Pacific Depots, Expo’ 74, and Riverfront Park
From Spokane’s railroad depots to Expo ’74, discover how Riverfront Park and downtown revitalization shaped the city’s skyline and heritage.
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