Sunnyside is located in the lower Yakima Valley in the developing Washington wine country. Located only 2 � hours from Seattle, Spokane and Portland, Oregon it is an ideal weekend getaway from the busy cities.
If you are traveling to the one of the Tri-Cities (Kennewick, Richland and Pasco) make the short drive northwest to Sunnyside. As you travel along I-82 the landscape is dotted with numerous wineries to visit. Many of them are open year round. Once you arrive in Sunnyside visit the Sunnyside historical Museum or one of its many parks, or play a round of golf at the Black Rock Creek Golf Course.
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Things to do in Sunnyside
American Hop Museum
Housed in a building with a trompe l'oeil exterior, the museum contains exhibits tracing the history of the hop industry from its international commercial beginning in New York in the 17th century to the present in the Yakima Valley. Displays include historic photographs, publications, antique and modern hop equipment and memorabilia. Call (509) 865-4677 for more information.
22 S. B St., Toppenish, WA 98948
Darigold Dairy Fair
Darigold Dairy Fair is at I-82 exit 67, .3 mi. s. on Midvale Rd., then .2 mi. e. on Alexander Rd. Dairy equipment is on display. The cheese making process is described on videotape monitors and signs and can be observed through five large windows. Call (509) 837-4321 for more information.
400 Alexander Rd., Sunnyside, WA 98944
Northern Pacific Railway Museum
Northern Pacific Railway Museum is housed in a 1911 brick passenger terminal, the museum features tools, uniforms, passenger amenities, historic photographs and other railway-related memorabilia. Museum highlights include a restored Pullman berth from the late 1800s and a re-creation of a Northern Pacific observation car with original chairs. Hand cars used to inspect tracks also are on display. Allow 30 minutes minimum. Call (509) 865-1911 for more information.
10 E. Asotin Ave., Toppenish, WA 98948
Ray E. Powell Museum
The museum features local history exhibits, including veteran's memorabilia, weapons, Native American artifacts and early household utensils and furnishings. Its 1902 Kiblinger automobile is said to be one of only two in existence. A 1921 contractor's roadway stamp from the original Yellowstone Trail highway is outside the museum's entrance. Call (509) 882-9238 for more information.
311 S. Division St., Grandview, WA 98930
Sunnyside Historical Museum
Sunnyside Historical Museum features displays of Yakama Indian artifacts and local items from the town's pioneer past including re-creations of period rooms along with collections of antiques and memorabilia. Call (509) 837-6010 for more information.
704 S. 4th Ave., Sunnyside, WA 98944
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