SPOKANE, Washington — The Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture will revive a cherished Spokane tradition this Mother’s Day weekend with its 34th annual Mother’s Day Home Tour, offering families the chance to step inside some of the city’s most iconic historic mansions.
The tour takes place Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. and features three locations in Browne’s Addition, Spokane’s oldest neighborhood. All three homes were built in 1889 and showcase the architectural grandeur of the city’s founding era.
The featured properties include the Loewenberg-Roberts House, the Dillingham House, and the Campbell House. Each mansion offers visitors a glimpse into the lives of Spokane’s prominent families from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
“It is really nice because spring… especially in May in Spokane is when we start thinking, oh we can get outside,” said Linda Strong, manager of interpretation at the MAC. “I think mainly it is a tradition for a lot of families, and a new tradition for a lot of families to start each year too.”
Beyond the self-guided home tours, visitors can participate in guided walking tours led by MAC staff, who provide deeper insights into the neighborhood’s rich history and the stories of other historic homes in the area.
The Roberts Mansion, also known as the Loewnberg-Roberts House, stands out for its Queen Anne architecture. The home belonged to E.J. Roberts, a prominent engineer who played a significant role in laying out railway systems throughout the region.
“He worked with Jim Hill, and Steven of Stevens Pass, and they figured out do you make that city important, or do you bypass it. It was very interesting the whole logic on that,” said Mary Moltke, the current owner of the Roberts home.
Moltke purchased the property 45 years ago when it was in disrepair. She spent more than two decades carefully restoring the mansion to its current state, preserving its historic character while bringing back its original beauty.
The Dillingham House reflects the prosperity of the 1890s, while the Campbell House was designed by renowned architect Kirkland Cutter and has become known for its popular holiday tours throughout the year.
In addition to touring the historic interiors, visitors can enjoy live outdoor jazz music, snacks, and the opportunity to meet Hulda, a living history character who is known for her involvement in the Campbell House Holidays event.
Tickets range from $10 to $20 and can be purchased online through the MAC’s website, at the museum, or at a tent set up on the tour grounds on Sunday.
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