| Benton County Historical Museum |
| 7th and Patterson, Prosser City Park, Prosser. 5,000 sq. ft., 20,000 items “Bringing the Past into the Future.” 1843-1920 gowns - 28 mannequins; wildlife diorama; General Store; 1943 Indian artifacts; The Parlor. Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Sunday, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (509) 786-3842
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| Franklin County Historical Museum |
| 305 North 4th Avenue, Pasco. Pioneer, Indian, aviation and railroad exhibits unveil Tri-Cities’ history. Also war memorabilia. Open Wednesday through Sunday
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Group tours are available. 547-3714
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| Three Rivers Children’s Museum |
| 650 George Washington Way, Richland. A non-profit organization developed by a group of local parents. Featuring traveling exhibitions, science and art related fun, computer games and a gift shop. Young visitors and their parents welcome! Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m; Sunday, Noon to 5:00 p.m. 783-6311
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| Columbia River Exhibition |
| 95 Lee Boulevard, Richland. A non-profit educational museum and science center focusing on both the history and the future of science and technology in the Mid-Columbia region. Features two- and three-dimensional exhibits and displays with hands-on, interactive games and activities. Located above Howard Amon Park just off Lee Boulevard. Open Monday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5:00 p.m. 943-9000 |
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| Columbia River Journeys & River City Tours |
| oin us for an exhilarating tour of the Hanford Reach, the last free-flowing section of the Columbia River within the United States! 509-734-9941, 888-486-9119.
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| East Benton County Historical Museum |
| 205 Keewaydin Drive, Kennewick. Follow Lewis and Clark along the banks of the Columbia River and discover the Tri-Cities through colorful displays and artifacts. History is captured in photographs and displays depicting the area’s early beginnings in agriculture, business and education. Open daily, Memorial Day through Labor Day; Wednesday through Saturday, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., the rest of the year; closed Holidays. 582-7704 |
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| McNary National Wildlife Refuge |
| 1/4 mile North of U.S. 12 near Burbank, Pasco. One in a chain of refuges along the Pacific Flyway, this Wildlife Refuge covers about 3,600 acres on part of the McNary Lock and Dam Project on the Columbia River. It is a resting and feeding place for thousands of migrating waterfowl. Fishing is permitted February through September. Some portions of the Refuge are open for Hunting Season. Must have State Licenses. 547-4942
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