Uptown Richland has served as the center of Richland, WA since 1949, when Dawson Richards opened their doors. First businesses included

      • Frank Berry's Sporting Goods (later B B & M)

      • Korten's Music Store

     • Charm Beauty Shop

     • A & Z's Specialty Shop (now Annie Z's)

     • Ernie's Restaurant

     • Thrifty Drug

     • Uptown Tavern

     • McVicker's Jewelry

     • Uptown Theater and

     • The Spudnut Shop.

Uptown's businesses today provide a diverse richness to the Richland community.