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Walla Walla Downtown Development Association Records

 Collection
Identifier: WCMss-447

Scope and Contents

The Walla Walla Downtown Development Association Records contain the organizational records of the Downtown Development Association located in Walla Walla, Washington, including meeting minutes, financial statements, correspondences, and development plans. These records, which dates from 1970 through 1995, also document the development of downtown Walla Walla during the second half of the 20th century, providing insight into the urbanization and commercialization that occured during this period.

Dates

  • 1970-1995

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Historical Note

The Walla Walla Downtown Development Association was an organization created to plan development in downtown Walla Walla. Operating from 1970 to approximately 2000, the Association was involved in the demolition of many older buildings, and the planning, organizing, and funding of buildings to take their place.

Extent

0.4 Linear Feet (1 manuscript box)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

The Walla Walla Downtown Development Records consist of meeting minutes, financial statements, and correspondence. This collection, which dates from 1970 through 1995, also contains development plans and clippings.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Materials found in collection; provenance is unknown.

Title
Guide to the Walla Walla Downtown Development Association Records
Author
Henry Adams
Date
2018
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English.

Repository Details

Part of the Whitman College and Northwest Archives Repository

Contact:
345 Boyer Avenue
Walla Walla WA 99362 United States
509-527-5922