Ewan
Palouse Forgotten
State: Washington
County: Whitman County
Founded: 1880s
Abandoned: 1960s
Peak Population: 200
Ewan was a small agricultural service center in Washington's Palouse wheat country. As farms consolidated and transportation improved, small towns like Ewan lost their reason to exist. Today, a few buildings stand among the wheat fields.
Wheat Country
The Palouse is one of America's richest wheat-growing regions. Small towns like Ewan served farmers with grain elevators, stores, and schools.
Consolidation
Farm machinery replaced hands, and trucks replaced trains. Small service centers were no longer needed.
Timeline
- 1880s - Founded Agricultural service center
- 1910s - Peak Small but viable town
- 1960s - Decline Farm consolidation emptied town
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 30 minutes
Quick Facts
- Rolling Palouse wheat country
- Some structures remain
- Near Washington State University
Location
Address: Near Pullman, Washington
Coordinates: 46.8333, -117.6667