Walla Walla Country Club Records

Collection

Identifier: WCMss-597

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Walla Walla Country Club Records which date from 1916 to approximately 1950 consists of programs, receipts, correspondence, schedules, catalogs, building specifications, and memoranda. These records describe the events and tournaments that were hosted at the Country Club and documents regarding the planning process for this establishment. The collection provides information on the activities and events at the Walla Walla Country Club throughout the 20th century, as well as insight into its construction.

Dates

Creation: circa 1916-1950

Creator

Walla Walla Country Club (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Historical Note

The Walla Walla Country Club, formerly known as the Walla Walla Golf Club, was established in 1923 by local businessman W.W. Baker. The course was later redesigned by architect A.W. Tillinghast in 1936. In 1996, the clubhouse was destroyed in a fire. The replacement building opened two years later in 1998. Their current facilities include an 18 hole golf course, a driving range, a short game area, practice greens, a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a dining area.

Extent

0.6 Linear Feet (2 manuscript boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The Walla Walla Country Club was established in 1923 by W.W. Baker. Their facilities include an 18 hole golf course, a driving range, a short game area, practice greens, a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a dining area. The Walla Walla Country Club Records provides documentation of the activities and events at the Walla Walla Country Club throughout the 20th century, as well as insight into its construction.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donated to the Whitman College and Northwest Archives by Baker Ferguson between 1981 and 1984. The accession number associated with this donation is retro-0294.