West Central in Spokane in Spokane County, Washington — The American West (Northwest)

Golden Spike

Historic Transportation

Photographed by Shirley A Stirling, June 14, 2026

1. Golden Spike Marker

Inscription.
Driven into former RR bridge running over Monroe St. Bridge Sept. 15, 1914, marking union of two transcontinental RR lines through Spokane.

Erected 2025 by William G. Pomeroy Foundation; Jonas Babcock Chapter NSDAR. (Marker Number 62.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Railroads & Streetcars • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Historic Transportation (WGPF), and the William G. Pomeroy Foundation series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is September 15, 1914.

Location. 47° 39.676′ N, 117° 25.631′ W. Marker is in Spokane, Washington, in Spokane County. It is in West Central. It is at the intersection of North Monroe Street and W Summit Pkwy on North Monroe Street. The marker is on the Centennial Trail on the south side of Riverfront Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 415 N Monroe St, Spokane WA 99201, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the American Mountain West

and in the Lewis & Clark Corridor.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Pacific Rim,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Monroe Bridge (within shouting distance of this marker); The First Bridges (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Symbol of Spokane (about 600 feet away); Monroe Street Bridge (about 600 feet away); Spokane River

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(about 600 feet away); Post Street Bridge (about 700 feet away); Abraham Lincoln (approx. 0.2 miles away); Spokane's Electric Streetcars (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Spokane.

Regarding Golden Spike. From coordinator Rae Anna Victor: "State Regent Jackie Jacqueline Riddell’s whirlwind trip to Spokane...to help us dedicate the first Pomeroy Marker in the county. The William G. Pomeroy Foundation granted Jonas Babcock Chapter the funds to acquire a marker for the Golden Spike Ceremony under their Transportation program. It was serendipitous that we were able to dedicate the marker on the 111th anniversary of the historical event. Jonas Babcock Chapter partnered with the City of Spokane Department of Parks and the Historical Preservation Office.

Jackie arrived about 9:30 from SeaTac and was picked up by May Hutton Regent LaVonne Davis Whitaker. The first stop was to buy a new coat as the weather was chillier than expected.

Later we held the commemoration. The falls made a beautiful backdrop. SAR President Doug Jonas led us in the pledge followed by Susan Walker reading a proclamation from the Mayor. Diana Bertholic Pedersen told us

Courtesy of Jonas Babcock Chapter

2. Golden Spike Marker

about the Pomeroy Foundation and its history and mission. The Foundation has awarded nearly 3,000 markers in 49 states and Washington D.C. She was followed by Logan Camporeale from the Historic Preservation office, and Jackie, and Jason Connelly from the Parks Department.

Jackie was then off to the airport with Diana to catch her plane for home. We appreciate her making the trip so much. If you go to KREM2 news you will be able to see her interview. She was also interviewed by the Spokesman Review Newspaper.
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Also see . . . Golden Spike Pomeroy website link. Each Pomeroy marker receives its own permanent web page.

Excerpt:

"The September 16, 1914 Spokesman-Review claimed that the project cost $16,500,000 and was carried out by the Oregon-Washington Railroad & Navigation Company, a subsidiary of Union Pacific, and the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway. After the completion of the project, Spokane grew as a railroad hub..."

(Submitted on January 17, 2026, by Shirley A Stirling of Lacey, Washington.)

Courtesy of Jonas Babcock Chapter

3. Golden Spike Marker

Golden Spike Marker unveiling image. Click for full size.

Courtesy of Jonas Babcock Chapter

4. Golden Spike Marker unveiling

Golden Spike Marker dedication group photo. image. Click for full size.

Courtesy of Jonas Babcock Chapter

5. Golden Spike Marker dedication group photo.

Credits. This page was last revised on June 18, 2026. It was originally submitted on January 16, 2026, by Shirley A Stirling of Lacey, Washington. This page has been viewed 86 times since then. Last updated on June 14, 2026, by Shirley A Stirling of Lacey, Washington. Photos: 1. submitted on June 14, 2026, by Shirley A Stirling of Lacey, Washington. 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on January 17, 2026, by Shirley A Stirling of Lacey, Washington. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.