Ledgestone Hotel – YakimaThe first Washington Fair was held in 1892 by a group of businessmen who took on the responsibility of putting on a fair in a downtown building. Previous to this event, the entire Washington State had been in an uproar trying o decide the state capital’s location. In 1892, the legislature decided, and Yakima City…
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Central Washington State Fair History
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Yakima Valley Festivals
Many cultural traditions and agricultural heritage are incorporated into the Yakima Valley’s historical roots. You can celebrate traditions from all around the world in Yakima! From museums to iconic representative events, explore Yakima history and celebrate around the Valley throughout the year. From Native American traditions to Latin festivities to Filipino American influences, the Valley…
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Museums in Yakima Washington
With its beautiful weather, central location, and strong community. Yakima is the Heart of Central Washington. A short visit to one of this city’s many museums will enrich your stay in the Valley. The various museums and historic areas pay tribute to the hard-working pioneers of the Yakima Valley, the history of Yakama, and the…
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Yakima Valley Museum
Yakima Valley Museum is a two-story building that displays the cultural and natural history of South Central Washington. This museum has the most extensive collection of wooden wagons west of the Mississippi. This 65,000-square-foot museum offers historical exhibits on the Yakima Valley, like its natural history, pioneer life, early city life, American Indian culture, and…