Richland Walks

Wartime Houses

Join us for a walk among the earliest of the alphabet houses: the wartime homes designed by Spokane architect G.A. Pehrson. Meet at the Jefferson Park parking lot on Symons. Distance approximately 2 ¼ miles. Walks are weather permitting.

8956 Sunday, April 24 9:00am Activity Level 2, Approximately 2 ¼ miles Meet at Jefferson Park Parking Lot No Fee (Pre-Registration Required)

History through the Houses Walk

Join Richland volunteers for a walk through the city’s history—as revealed in its houses. From pre-war to mid-century with a heavy dose of alphabet homes. This easy walk will cover approximately 3 miles. Meet at the corner of Wilson Street and Johnston Ave by Chief Jo Middle School. Walks are weather permitting.

8955 Sunday, May 22 9:00am Activity Level 1, Approximately 3 miles Meet at Chief Jo Middle School Corner of Wilson Street and Johnston Avenue No Fee (Pre-Registration Required)

Mid-Century Modern Architectural Tour

While many people are familiar with Richland’s alphabet houses, few people realize that the city is also home to a significant number of mid-century modern houses. This volunteer-led walk will wander through North Richland looking at some of the more interesting examples of this international style. Meet at the Newcomer Street parking lot in Leslie Groves Park. Walks are weather permitting.

8980 Sunday, June 12 9:00am Activity Level 2, Approx. 2.5–3 miles Leslie Groves Park, Newcomer St. Parking Lot No Fee (Pre-Registration Required)

Difficulty Scale for all Richland Walks/Hikes

Activity Level 1 – Gentle walking with little elevation change. Pace is very social with breaks. ADA accessible. Activity Level 2 – Moderate walking and elevation change which may include stairs. Pace is consistent with occasional stops. Portions of activity may not be ADA accessible. Activity Level 3 – Moderate to difficult walking and hiking which may include major elevation changes. Pace is brisk with occasional stops. Typically, not ADA accessible.