Columbia River Exhibition of History, Science, and Technology

The Columbia River Exhibition of History, Science, and Technology is a museum in Richland focused on regional geology, environmental science, and technological development. The displays show how the landscape, natural resources, and human activity in this area connect with each other.

The museum was founded in 1995 after the Hanford Science Center closed, displaying regional development until 2014. That year its collections moved to the Hanford Reach Interpretive Center.

The exhibition displays objects and materials connected to the tribal peoples, explorers, and settlers who shaped this region. You can see how different groups left their mark on the landscape and communities here.

The museum offered guided tours, school programs, and interactive exhibits for visitors of all ages. The collections are now accessible at the Hanford Reach Interpretive Center.

The exhibition documented the impact of the Hanford Site, a nuclear facility that deeply shaped regional development. Visitors could understand how this installation influenced the economy, environment, and daily life of the area.

Location: Washington

GPS coordinates: 46.27370,-119.27200

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:15