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Wenatchee, Washington
Wenatchee, WA
Population: 29,968

  
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Historic Sites & Monuments

Ballard Park - Miss Veedol Replica Valley Mall Parkway & Highway 28, 800-572-7753, A 6-foot-long replica of the airplane, Miss Veedol in Ballard Park. The flight is briefly explained on a stone marker. It commemorates the Pangborn-Herndon flight, the first non-stop flight across the Pacific, which occurred in October of 1931. It began near Misawa, Japan and ended at Fancher Field above what would become East Wenatchee.

Columbia River Bridge Columbia River, The Columbia River Bridge was the first wagon bridge to connect the city of Wenatchee on the west and the land on the east side of the Columbia River. The bridge was opened in January of 1908 to replace the ferry that carried people and products from one side of the river to the other. Today the bridge is open to pedestrian traffic only.


Museums & Galleries

Wenatchee Gallery 30 North Chelan Avenue, Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509-663-1887, 800-866-7117, Founded in 1982, this gallery is owned and operated by husband and wife duo John and Betsy McDarment. They showcase original art and prints for sale by selected artists from the North Central Washington area. You are invited to browse the gallery, to meet the artists, and to view their art.  more... map

Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509-664-3340, Explore North Central Washington's heritage from the Ice Age to the present day in this historic, landmark facility. Discover the rich diversity of the region's arts, sciences and people through exhibits and programs. Visit the Museum store for unique gifts, books and keepsakes.  more... map


Parks, Gardens & Zoos

Ohme Gardens 3327 Ohme Road, Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509-662-5785, A nine-acre evergreen oasis with nearly a mile of natural stone pathways through the gardens. You will have spectacular views, see towering cedars & firs, waterfalls and pools. The average time to tour the Gardens is one hour. Purchase plants for your own garden or as a gift.  more... map

Wenatchee Riverfront Park Entrances at Worthen and Fifth Streets, 509-667-4208, This riverfront park offers 31 acres with an ice rink, boat launch, short-term moorage, boat trailer parking, 1.1 miles of shoreline trail, and a mini-railroad. map


Science & Technology

Rocky Reach Dam Located 7 Miles Upstream from Wenatchee, 800-572-7753 , The Rocky Reach Hydro Project is located in north central Washington state on the Columbia River. More than 7 million people throughout the Northwest benefit from clean, renewable energy produced at Rocky Reach. The Visitor Center is located at the west end of the forebay wall, on the Chelan County side. Those touring the facility will discover an air-conditioned seasonal gift and food service area, restrooms, and balconies that offer panoramic views of the project, the reservoir (Lake Entiat), and the Columbia River. The Visitor Center's small theater shows movies upon request.


Tours & Cruises

Entiat Princess Port Chateau, 13817 SR 2, East Wenatchee, WA 98802, 509-886-8888, The Enitiat Princess was built in New York City in 1908. She is four years older than the Titanic and the oldest boat on the Columbia River. Join them for catered dinners, weddings, private parties, group events, or company parties. more... map


Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries

Chateau Faire Le Pont 1 Vineyard Way, Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509-667-WINE (9463), 888-874-WINE (9463) , Chateau Faire Le Pont is a state-of-the-art winery that produces ultra-premium wines from locally grown grapes. Ultimate production will level off between 6,000 and 7,000 cases per year. Daily tours are available. They will even take you into the barrel room for barrel tastings. The facility is multi-functional to accommodate numerous events.  more...

Martin Scott Winery 3400 10th Street Southeast, East Wenatchee, WA 98802, 509-886-4596, Martin-Scott Winery features small quantities of handcrafted wines. The fruit comes from their home vineyard in East Wenatchee.  more... map


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