EXHIBITS AND EVENTS FOR EVERY AGE

Experience Our Heritage and Culture

The Heritage Center is intended to protect preserve and perpetuate the culture traditions and identity of the Wanapum of Priest Rapids. It is located along the banks of the Columbia River, near Priest Rapids Dam, on the ancestral grounds of the Wanapum. The 50,000 sq ft facility houses a 10,000 sq ft permanent exhibit space, a 2,000 sq ft temporary rotating exhibit space, a climate controlled repository and collection facility, a library, staff offices and open space for large group activities conferences, demonstrations, training and living culture program activities.

Permanent Exhibit highlights include:

  • interactive monitors
  • 45-seat theatre
  • Wanapum history film "Life as a Wanapum"
  • dioramas and life-size tule mat lodge
  • audio interviews with Wanapum about gathering, fishing hunting, trading and healing
Free admission
Dedicated to the children of today -- and of the future -- to help them understand who they are and where they come from because you can’t grow unless you know who you are.

Wanapum Heritage Center Events


26th Annual Archaeology Days

YOUTH DAY: Wed., OCT 1, 2025 | 9 am – 12:30 pm – 3 pm
CALL 509-766-3461 to reserve space for your group
ADULT DAY: Thur., OCT 2, 2024 | 9:00 am – 4:30 pm

In recognition of Washington State Archaeology Month, the Wanapum and Grant PUD invite members of the public and press to Archaeology Days which takes place at the Wanapum Heritage Center. This event provides a unique opportunity for children and adults to come face-to-face with the Wanapum way of life. The Wanapum extend this opportunity to the community to convey the significance of protecting the cultural resources of this region. Demonstrations, lectures, and displays are available throughout the day.

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HOURS

Mon, Thur, Fri | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tues, Wed | CLOSED

Sat, Sun | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

26th Annual Archaeology Days

EVENT

Archaeology Days at the Wanapum Heritage Center

October 1 & 2

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Preserving Lodge Building Traditions

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