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Welcome to Pullman
Pullman is a moderately-sized but growing town centrally located near the Washington-Idaho state line and striding the South Fork Palouse River. It is in Whitman County. The city's name is derived from George Pullman, the maker of the famous Pullman rail cars.
The
Pullman Campus of
Washington State University plays a major role in the life of the
city and is the source of a number of cultural activities and sporting
events. The university's
Museum of Art
and the Beasley Performing Arts Coliseum are
prominent venues in the area's cultural life. The
Atrium Music Concert Series takes place at the university's library.
Martin Stadium
is the primary athletic stadium on the WSU campus and the home of the
Cougars football team. The university's web site has a
list of
cultural and other events.
The Regional Theatre of the Palouse, the
Pullman Civic
Theatre, the
Palouse
Folklore Society and the
Artisans at the
Dahmen Barn contribute music, artistic and theater events in Pullman
and the area.
The Washington-Idaho Symphony
and the Idaho Washington Concert Chorale perform in
the Pullman-Moscow (ID) and the
Lewiston-Clarkston areas. The performs
in the region, occasionally in Pullman.
The Pullman Civic Trust is a local organization working to preserve and enhance the scenic qualities and outdoor attractions of the city.
The Online Encyclopedia of Washington History has several articles on the history of Pullman and its people, including the opening of the Washington Agricultural College, the graduation of Edward R. Murrow from Washington State College and overview histories of Washington State University (Part 1 and Part 2). Use the search option on the encyclopedia's web site for more articles.
The Palouse Scenic Byway runs adjacent to Pullman and is an excellent way for a leisurely discovery of the surrounding scenic and historic Palouse region.
The City of Pullman and Pullman Chamber of Commerce have additional information for planning travel on their web site.
Transportation: Pullman Transit provides local bus services.
Airports: Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport located between Pullman and Moscow in Idaho provides commercial passenger and general aviation services.
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