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Date
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Sunday, May
29, 2005 |
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Visited
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Michelle &
Tacoma Jenn |
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County:
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Pend Oreille |
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COMMENTS
The Towns of Metaline and Metaline Falls are nestled among pristine mountains, a
Scenic River, and abundant wildlife. Metaline
Falls was voted one of the "100 Best Small Art Towns in America" in
1996. The community prides itself in its development of culture and art.
The residents love the small-town atmosphere while also enjoying the many
artistic and cultural opportunities available. Historical buildings (including
several by renowned architect, Kirtland Cutter) add to the charm of Metaline
Falls. The Cutter Theatre, circa 1912, features live performances, an art
gallery, the Historic Schools Display, and houses the Metaline Falls Library.
The annual "Affair on Main Street" is a wonderful celebration held
each Labor Day weekend, featuring live entertainment, arts and crafts, great
food, and a musical production. Other popular attractions include guided tours
of unique rock formations in nearby Gardner Caves and jet boat tours on the
Pend Oreille River. The North Pend Oreille Scenic Byway and the International
Selkirk Loop pass through Metaline and Metaline Falls, delivering some of the
most striking scenery Washington has to offer!
The "Metalines" are located on State Highway 31 twelve miles south
of the Canadian Border, and approximately ninety miles north of Spokane.
Access into Canada is through Port of Entry at Metaline Falls/Nelway crossing
on Highway 31. |
Pend
Oreille County
Pend
Oreille County's Web Site
25th
Largest County - County Seat: Newport |
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Pend
Oreille County, in the Okanogan Highland Valley, is located in the
northeast corner of the state. The county was named by a French trapper
who discovered an Indian tribe in the area wearing dangling earring
pendants, and therefore named it after these devices. Pend Oreille was
established as a county on November 11, 1911.
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