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Historical Society Welcome to the Davenport Historical Society. Research...Examine...Pursue... The Society was formed in October of 1968. In 1970, the City Council leased 5 lots along Cottonwood Creek (the old Washington Water Power grounds) to the Society. This allowed the hiring of an architect and beginning of actual construction. Funding came from membership dues, donations and a generous gift from George Kloster (a Harrington
farmer). With construction and landscaping completed, the Museum was opened and dedicated on July 15, 1972. This was the first Pioneer Days.
The Museum portrays the evolution of Lincoln County. Starting with Indian artifacts and displays, it looks at what brought people to Lincoln County, the evolution of farming, and the development of life in the area. Railroading, which was also important to the settlement of this area, is represented. Museum Hours
Phone: 509.725.6711 Information Through a complete set of programs, the Society collects, preserves, and makes available to all citizens, the heritage of Lincoln County.
Education The Historical Society
provides many educational opportunities for children and adults.
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Thousands of children and adults take a firsthand look at County history. Richly detailed interiors and exhibits tell the story of Lincoln County's past in a clear and interesting manner. The museum staff offers technical assistance to individuals on subjects such as caring for collections, exhibits, conservation, and researching historical objects. In addition, the
museum's collection of artifacts is available to researchers. Also available is an American Indian display, a railroad memorabilia display, farm machinery, steam engine, combines, tools, guns, a prison cell and printing press. Vintage fire engines and an impressive display dealing with the outlaw, Harry Tracy. 
Visits by elementary school students to the museum include a demonstration of pioneer skills and hands-on programs with artifacts from Lincoln County. The Society makes available video presentations on a variety of historical subjects.