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Pioneer History
Learn more about the Goldendale area’s Pioneer History by visiting our historical museums and monuments.
Goldendale was settled around the end of 1850 by Mortimer Thorp. Eventually John J. Golden purchased the site and the town of Goldendale was named after John Golden, and officially formed on March 13, 1872.
John Golden’s house still stands and is viewable at Columbus and Collins St. in downtown Goldendale. In 1878 Goldendale became the Klickitat county seat, and the town was officially incorporated on November 14, 1879.
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Presby Museum, Home of the Klickitat County Historical Society 127 W Broadway Goldendale, WA 98620 509.773.4303 Open daily, 10-4, May 1 – October 15 Learn more about the Goldendale area’s Pioneer History. A visit to the Presby Museum is ideal for Families, Historians, Students and Tourists alike! |
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Stonehenge World War I Memorial Washington Scenic Route 14 Maryhill, WA 509.773.3733 The Stonehenge Memorial was commissioned in the early 20th century by businessman Samuel Hill and dedicated on July 4, 1918, as a memorial to those who had died in World War I. Visitors are welcome. |
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Alder Creek Pioneer Association Carousel Museum Friday-Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday 12:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Or group tours by appointment Closed: All holidays and October 11th to March 31st |