SPOKANE Urban Fabrics City Map: PRINTSPOKANE, Washington. From a military fort to a trading and transport center during mining rushes, Spokane boomed in the late 1800s early 1900s and now is known for its setting within beautiful landscapes and interesting topography, a National Register recognized collection of architecture from the late 1800 1900s, such as the mansions of Browne's Addition, the Northwest Museum of Fine Arts and the home of Gonzaga University. The map drawing centers on