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EXPERIENCE OUR UNIQUE HISTORY!

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Richland History

 We are a community born from the war era of the 1940s. Discover our past by reading Richland's History.

Richland Streets History click here

*Behind the Name details the names of those involved in the Manhattan Project and the streets that are named after then. Markers are placed in yards to learn more. Walk, bicycle or take a driving tour to these neighborhoods. 

See Richland’s Gold Coast District, the “temporary” housing development with unique floor plans specifically designed for war era military communities. This area was designated by The National Register of Historic Places in 2004 at a level of Significant. 

The Bust of General Mathias and inscription is located at the northeast corner of the Richland Public Library. Learn about General Mathis in an article published in the Tri-City Herald.  

Museums

Hanford Reach Musuem, Richland WA

The Reach Museum captures the history and culture of the Mid-Columbia area with a superb collection of artifacts, photos and information about the Hanford Site and its roll in ending World War II.

Home Blown - A catalog reflecting the historical homes in Richland. 

*Compiled by Richland's Development Services.