ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

RITZVILLE, WA

cvoa0131_ct Mount St. Helens Photo Archive Mount St. Helens. Adams County, Washington. 1980. Effects of ash from the May 18 eruption of Mount St. Helens on agricultural areas in eastern Washington. Tractor towing a disc cultivator through a field at the Lind Agricultural Experiment Station, about 12 miles southwest of Ritzville. As much of the ash as possible was mixed into the underlying soil in this manner. The thick cloud of ash dust raised by this rather gentle cultivation method shows why dust respirators were strongly recommended for agricultural workers in the "ash belt." Adams County, Washington. Summer 1980.(Photo by C. Kelley, U.S. Soil Conservation Service; same as MSH-PP 1249 no. 54ct (msh_1249_00054_ct)). Published as Figure 49-B in U.S. Geological Survey. Professional Paper 1249. 1982. U.S. Soil Conservation Service (Photographer), Kelley, C. (Photographer) cvoa0131_ct msh_1249_00054_ct <a href="https://library.usgs.gov/photo/index.html#/item/5dd83c70e4b069579767acb5" rel="noreferrer nofollow">library.usgs.gov/photo/index.html#/item/5dd83c70e4b069579...</a> <a href="https://library.usgs.gov/photo/index.html#/item/5df7cdc0e4b0cdded7393eeb" rel="noreferrer nofollow">library.usgs.gov/photo/index.html#/item/5df7cdc0e4b0cdded...</a>
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The Adams County Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Ritzville, Washington, dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of Adams County. The society was founded in 1961 and operates out of the historic train depot, which was built in 1910 and served as a vital transportation hub for the region.

The museum features exhibits that showcase the rich history of the area, including displays on the Native American tribes that first inhabited the region, the arrival of pioneers in the mid-1800s, and the growth of agriculture and industry in the county. The society also maintains a large collection of photographs and artifacts that offer a glimpse into the daily lives of the people who have called Adams County home over the years.

In addition to its museum exhibits, the Adams County Historical Society hosts a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year. These include lectures, workshops, and guided tours of local historic sites. The society also publishes a quarterly newsletter that provides updates on its activities and features articles on local history and culture.

Overall, the Adams County Historical Society plays an important role in preserving and celebrating the rich heritage of Adams County, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the region.

ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in RITZVILLE WA. US MID #8405300663

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

cvoa0131_ct Mount St. Helens Photo Archive Mount St. Helens. Adams County, Washington. 1980. Effects of ash from the May 18 eruption of Mount St. Helens on agricultural areas in eastern Washington. Tractor towing a disc cultivator through a field at the Lind Agricultural Experiment Station, about 12 miles southwest of Ritzville. As much of the ash as possible was mixed into the underlying soil in this manner. The thick cloud of ash dust raised by this rather gentle cultivation method shows why dust respirators were strongly recommended for agricultural workers in the "ash belt." Adams County, Washington. Summer 1980.(Photo by C. Kelley, U.S. Soil Conservation Service; same as MSH-PP 1249 no. 54ct (msh_1249_00054_ct)). Published as Figure 49-B in U.S. Geological Survey. Professional Paper 1249. 1982. U.S. Soil Conservation Service (Photographer), Kelley, C. (Photographer) cvoa0131_ct msh_1249_00054_ct <a href="https://library.usgs.gov/photo/index.html#/item/5dd83c70e4b069579767acb5" rel="noreferrer nofollow">library.usgs.gov/photo/index.html#/item/5dd83c70e4b069579...</a> <a href="https://library.usgs.gov/photo/index.html#/item/5df7cdc0e4b0cdded7393eeb" rel="noreferrer nofollow">library.usgs.gov/photo/index.html#/item/5df7cdc0e4b0cdded...</a>
Heading east from Moses Lake.
Getting into what I call "the great plains of Washington State." Headed east from Moses Lake along Wheeler Road.
The Ritz Theater, Ritzville, WA.
The Ritz Theater, Ritzville, WA.
Ritzville.
Ritzville.
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March snow and people forget how to drive! (4)
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March snow and people forget how to drive! (7)

Contact ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
974 EAST WEBER ROAD
RITZVILLE
WA
99169-8705

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MID # 8405300663
Name ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 916054341
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 47.117379, -118.525774
CODES FIPS State Code: 53
FIPS County Code: 001
US Census Tract: 950100
US Census Block: 1118