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Davenport, Washington
The heart of the wheat country in Eastern Washington. Davenport is the county seat of Lincoln County, and is the world's second largest wheat producing county. Davenport is located at the junction of US Route 2 and State Route 25 and 28. Just 33 miles west of Spokane, Washington on US Route 2 and is home to about 1,700 friendly folks.
Web site: www.DavenportWA.org
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June
Huckleberry Jamm Bluegrass Festival
The fourth weekend in June. Enjoy live bluegrass music, a hand-made quilt raffle, a Lion's Club Barbeque on Saturday evening, a wonderful craft show with hand crafted items, music workshops, Kid's Korner with crafts, horse, mule and wagon ridesand dancing.
July
Pioneer Days
The third weekend in July. Includes a parade, "Pioneer Plod” on Saturday morning, entertainment at Fairgrounds and more!
August
Lincoln County Fair
Held at the Fairgrounds.
November
Hometown Christmas
Starts with lighting ceremony end of Thanksgiving weekend.
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Lincoln County Historical Museum
Located at Park and Seventh Streets, the museum is open seven days a week during the summer and by appointment at other times. Displays include things like clothing worn in the area by early settlers, scrapbooks, farming equipment and written histories of pioneer families. www.DavenportWA.org/Historical_Society.htm
Two Rivers Casino
Two Rivers Casino invites you to try your hand at Vegas-style gambling. Offering real coin-operated nickel, quarter and dollar slots. Play Blackjack, Craps or Roulette with the friendliest dealers around! Visit the RV Park and Marina for your year-round getaways. Sitting on the beautiful shores of Lake Roosevelt, Two Rivers Casino & Resort provides endless hours of outdoor and gaming entertainment. And make sure to check out the BIG fireworks show the weekend of the Fourth of July.
800.722.4031, www.TwoRiversCasinoAndResort.com
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Fun at the Lake
Davenport is gateway to Lake Roosevelt and the Spokane River. Porcupine Bay, Fort Spokane, Two Rivers Casino have beautiful camping facilities and boat launches. Seven Bays Marina has a great restaurant, camping and a boat launch as well. Houseboat rentals are also available. Some features include fireplaces, full kitchens, hot tubs, outdoor kitchens, five bedrooms, two baths and they are all furnished like a fine home! |
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