Riverfront Park

City park · Spokane, Washington

Illustration of Riverfront Park

Overview

Riverfront Park is a large downtown park built on the site of the Expo '74 World's Fair, with a historic carousel and a gondola over the falls.

History

Spokane hosted the 1974 World's Fair, the first with an environmental theme, and turned its grounds into a park afterward.

Today

The park hosts festivals and events year-round and needs park and event security.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.