Fifty-seven miles southwest of Spokane you will find Ritzville in Adams County. Ritzville is well known for many things one of them being crackers. Ritz Crackers are named after Ritz because the crackers were made with wheat grown from Ritzville. Ritzville is also the home to The Railroad-Depot History Museum and the Dr. Frank R. Burroughs Home History Museum.
While you are in Ritzville enjoy the self-guided walking tour of historic Downtown, the New Season water park, the nine hole golf course and the lovely city park. In July Ritzville hosts the annual Ritzville Blue Brews & BBQ, fun for the whole family.
Whether you stay for a day or week there is something to enjoy in Ritzville.
Things to do in Ritzville
Dr. Frank R. Burroughs Home History Museum
The house was designed in an unusual hybrid style. The remodel in 1902 enlarged the basic structure and added walk-in closets, an enlarged kitchen, and the Italian beam in the parlor. The front entry shows off the beautiful wallpaper hung in 1902; the parlor has one of several wood stoves, plus some of the original 13 of the wooden rockers owned by the family. The dining room and most other rooms have the original light fixtures. Dr. Burroughs' study contains his medical instruments and records, plus his camera collection and personal possessions. This room also has the original wallpaper. Call (509) 659-1936 for more information.
408 West Main Street, Ritzville, WA
Ritzville Historic District
There is a popular self-guided walking tour of Ritzville's historic district, with plaques at key locations along the way; but even a casual stroll around Ritzville's business and residential areas will reward the visitor interested in the peaceful times gone by. Call (509) 659-1936 for more information.
Ritzville Railroad-Depot History Museum
The Ritzville Railroad Depot takes visitors back to the days of rail travel, showcasing an original train station, ticket office and waiting rooms. Call (509) 659-1936 for more information.
Ritzville Water Park
The Ritzville Water Park features two pools, water slides and a concession stand. Call (509) 659-1003 for more information.
105 10th Avenue, Ritzville, WA
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