The Flour Mill

In Spokane's Riverfront Park, a historic building stands tall, The Flour Mill, a fortress of brick, that has seen it all. Built in 1895, by the Spokane and Inland Empire Railroad, To store and mill wheat, a trade that boomed and soared.

Designed by Warren Heywood Williams, a renowned architect of his day, Who left his mark on Spokane with the Davenport Hotel's display. The Flour Mill became one of the largest in the Pacific Northwest, A milling machine that churned out up to 1,200 barrels daily.

In 1910, the mill was acquired by the Spokane Flour Mill Company, Who operated it for over 60 years with great efficiency. Concrete grain storage silos were added in the roaring '20s, And a modern flour milling system in the '50s with zest.

The Flour Mill's operation ceased in 1972, its future unclear, It sat vacant for years, a relic of a bygone year. But the city of Spokane saw its potential and acquired the space, And in the '80s, it was transformed into a mixed-use place.

Now, the Flour Mill is a beloved landmark, a hub of life, With restaurants, shops, and offices. Its historic architecture and industrial heritage enchant and inspire, A symbol of Spokane's grit and perseverance, it stands like a castle on a moat with the Spokane River in it's back yard.