Moak’s History of Kennewick: A Personal Story

Overview

Is a house more than just a house? Is it not a part of a community, a part of a neighborhood, where people lived and families thrived? Former Historical Society President Tom Moak will share the story of his 120-year-old house in downtown Kennewick, his 40-year journey to learn of the people who owned and lived in it, which is a part of the historic neighborhood of Amon’s Addition. Prominent Kennewick leaders such as Spaulding, Gravenslund, and Amon have been associated with this house and neighborhood, but also a 100-year-old who made it on national TV (twice), and an owner of multiple movie theaters in the Northwest. Every house has a unique story. Learn about one house and its residents and then go and discover the unique story of a house that you know and love.

This event is free to attend. Donations are appreciated.