City of Kennewick Benton County, Washington
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Information
General information on City of Kennewick
- Feature Type: Incorporated
Official, historical, colloquial and alternative toponyms for City of Kennewick
A brief list of names that this geographic feature has been named
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| City of Kennewick | Official |
| Kennewick | Official |
Origin Notes and History of City of Kennewick
References to City of Kennewick that document the origin of its place name
KENNEWICK, a town in the southeastern part of Benton County, opposite Pasco, on the Columbia River. It was named in 1883. by H. S. Huson of the Northern Pacific Irrigation Company. The word is Indian and means "grassy place." (A. R. Gardner, editor of the Kennewick Courier-Reporter, in Names MSS., Letter 6.)
Related Catalog Titles
A Bibliography for City of Kennewick, Benton County, Washington
Kin-i-wak, Kenewick, Tehe, Kennewick by Martha Berry Parker
Kin-i-wak, Kenewick, Tehe, Kennewick by Martha Berry Parker is a localized historical compilation primarily focused on the origins and development of Kennewick, Washington, and its surrounding region. The book originated as a series of historical chapters and articles previously published in local columns or regional issues of The Courier. It details the transition of the area from its early indigenous roots through the trials of early settlement, homesteading, local infrastructure challenges, and community milestones.
414 pages : illustrations, maps ; 27 cm
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Benton County
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- City of Benton City
- Berrian
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- Finley
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Political Boundaries
Last updated: 2017-07-01