Wooden Minatures Give Fund-Raiser A Local Flair

Need an easy gift idea that truly says Spokane?

The American Association of University Women have the perfect present for you.

The group is launching a fundraiser called Specially Spokane. Members are selling a series of collectible miniatures of Spokane’s best-known landmarks.

The first is a wooden replica of the Clock Tower at Riverfront Park.

The Great Northern Depot stood on that site from 1902 to 1972. The tower is all that remains, standing as a reminder of the role of the railroads in the growth of this city.

The piece was designed by Spokane artist Ruth Huntley Gothenquist. Her drawing is silkscreened on wood cut by the craftspeople at Artisan’s Ark, a program for developmentally disabled adults.

Additional pieces may include replicas of the runners at Riverfront Park, St. John’s Cathedral or the Spokane County Courthouse.

On the back of each piece is a written description of its history and significance.

The Clock Tower sells for $11, including tax. Proceeds will help pay for AAUW’s local scholarship programs for women.

For a brochure and order form, write AAUW, 1121 S. Browne, Spokane, WA 99204, or call 456-7710.

And stay tuned for the next in the series: a replica of the Carrousel due out next spring.

, DataTimes