6 Best Sights in Spokane and Eastern Washington, Washington

Dayton Historical Depot Museum

At Washington's oldest standing depot, the museum houses exhibits illustrating the history of Dayton and surrounding communities. Outside there's a caboose in the adjacent city park. The gift shop is worth a stop to pick up souvenirs to remember your visit to this quaint little town.

East Benton County Historical Museum

The entire entryway to the museum is made of petrified wood. Photographs, agricultural displays, petroglyphs, and a large collection of arrowheads interpret area history. Kennewick's oldest park, Keewaydin, is across the street.

205 W. Keewaydin Dr., Kennewick, Washington, 99336, USA
509-582–7704
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Rate Includes: $5, Closed Sun. and Mon.

Fort Walla Walla Museum

On 15 acres at Fort Walla Walla Park, a 17-building pioneer village depicts the region's life in the 1800s, and five halls house military, agricultural, textile, and transportation exhibits.

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Franklin County Historical Museum

Here you'll find numerous items illustrating local history, including Native American artifacts. Revolving exhibits have featured the Lewis and Clark expedition, the railroad, World War II, agriculture, and aviation.

Grant County Historical Museum and Village

More than 30 pioneer-era buildings have been brought here from other parts of Grant County. They include a blacksmith forge, saloon, barbershop, and printing office.

742 Basin St. N, Ephrata, Washington, 98823, USA
509-754–3334
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Rate Includes: $4, Closed Sun., Wed., and Oct.–Apr.

Okanogan County Historical Museum

Okanogan pioneer life is portrayed in the displays here, and there's a replica of an Old West town. Outside are Okanogan's oldest building, a 19th-century log cabin, and antique farm equipment.

1410 2nd Ave. N., Okanogan, Washington, 98840, USA
509-422–4272
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Rate Includes: $2, Closed after Labor Day; reopens Memorial Day weekend