Nat Washington House earns national historical recognition
The Nat Washington House was built in 1914, the home of Nathaniel “Nat” Washington Jr. and his family. The house has received approval for the William G. Pomeroy Foundation Hometown Heritage Marker, with a celebration tentatively planned for October when the plaque is completed.
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An inside look at the dining room of the Nat Washington House. After two years of work, the house has been approved for the William G. Pomeroy Foundation Hometown Heritage Marker. Supporters say the recognition not only honors the house itself but also highlights the lasting influence of the Washington family on the Columbia Basin, Grand Coulee Dam and the state's development.
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Mike Scellick, owner of the Nat Washington House speaks during an event May 22 where the house was placed on the Washington Heritage Register.
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“We found it fascinating that we have descendants of George Washington's family here in Washington state, and a minuscule amount of people even know that.”
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