Historic & Museums
| Salem's children's museum offers year-round fun with indoor & outdoor interactive exhibits in downtown Riverfront Park. Inspiring children of all ages to learn and grow through play. 116 Marion St. NE Salem, OR 97301 503-371-3631 www.acgilbert.org |
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| A 62-acre campus with 15 heritage power equipment museums. Open Wed.-Sun., 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Great Oregon Steam-Up dates: July 27-28 & Aug. 3-4, 2013. 3995 Brooklake Rd. NE Brooks, OR 97303 503-393-2424 www.antiquepowerland.com |
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Aurora Colony Visitors Association
PO Box 86
Aurora, OR 97002
503-939-0312
www.auroracolony.com
South end of Marion County outside of Jefferson
503-588-7979
Open mid-Apr.-Oct., Wed.-Sun.; call for hours and possible closures.
| Bush’s Pasture Park A Victorian residence built in 1878 by pioneer editor and banker Asahel Bush II, the Museum features original fittings and furnishings, including Salem’s first indoor bathroom. 600 Mission St. Salem, OR 97302 503-363-4714 www.SalemArt.org |
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| Full hookups, electrical, tent sites, rustic cabins, hiker/biker camp, group picnic areas, visitors center, historical attractions, meeting hall, amphitheater, hiking/biking trails and disc golf. 7679 Champoeg Rd. NE Saint Paul, OR 97137 503-678-1251 or 800-452-5687(camping reservations) www.oregonstateparks.org |
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East of the State Capitol along Court and Chemeketa Streets
800-874-7012 or 503-588-6173
Houses within the district are not open to the public. Please respect the privacy of the residents within the district.
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Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum is home to the Spruce Goose and 150 other artifacts. Two museums, a theater and a cafe located on campus. |
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Visit Oregon's forest history through displays about forest fire lookouts, Civilian Conservation Corps, logging and fire fighting tools, and Oregon Department of Forestry's 100th anniversary. |
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Frank Lloyd Wright’s only building in Oregon. This inspirational mid-century modern house is a national historic site and state treasure. Guided tours by reservation. 869 W Main St. (adjacent to The Oregon Garden on Cascade Highway)Silverton, OR 97381 503-874-6006 www.thegordonhouse.org |
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Roughly bounded by Pringle Creek and Mission Street on the north, Historic Deepwood Estate and Bush’s Pasture Park on the east, Cross Street on the south, and High and Liberty Streets on the west.
800-874-7012 or 503-588-6173
Refer to the listings for Bush House Museum and Historic Deepwood Estate for hours of operation. Please respect the privacy of the residents within the district.
Oregon’s oldest covered bridge. Named for the days when liquor was sold by the gallon or quart in a nearby house. The bridge was rebuilt in 1990.
Silverton, OR 97381 (northwest of Silverton)
503-581-4325
800-874-7012
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The Hallie Ford Museum of Art features permanent galleries of Asian, European, Native American, and regional art, as well as temporary exhibitions of historical and contemporary art. |
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Queen Anne Victorian on 4.5 acres of manicured and historic gardens features Eastern Golden Oak and Povey stained glass windows. Tours and events offered year-round. |
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| Visitors appreciate historic downtown’s beautiful architecture, mix of delicious eateries, unique shops, art galleries, salons, and major department stores. |
| A restored 1926 vaudeville theatre hosting over 140 events a year. From Bach to Rock and Broadway to Ballet...The Elsinore has it all! 170 High St. SE Salem, Oregon 97301 503-375-3574 www.ElsinoreTheatre.com |
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112 S Third St.
Independence, OR 97351
503-838-4989
www.orheritage.org
590 Church St. W
Monmouth, OR 97361
503-838-8468
www.wou.edu/arctic
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This historic 1916 beautifully restored building includes our Museum, with bi-monthly collectibles exhibit. Also, a large room and landscaped patio with gazebo for weddings, meetings & events. |
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One Abbey Drive
St. Benedict, OR 97373
503-845-3030
www.mountangelabbey.org/monastery/museum.html
| Ride back into yesteryear on our historic electric trolleys from around the world located at Antique Powerland. Trolley rides $5, 12 and under free. 3995 Brooklake Rd. NE Brooks, OR 97305 503-393-2424 www.oerhs.org |
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900 Court St.
Salem, OR 97301
503-986-1388
www.leg.state.or.us/capinfo/visitor.html
| Explore the history of mental illness and its treatments through the collections of Oregon’s historic State Hospital, formerly known as the Oregon Insane Asylum. 2600 Center St. NE Salem, OR 97301 971-599-1674 www.oshmuseum.org |
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Downtown Courthouse Square
850 Main St.
Dallas, OR 97338
503-623-6251 or 503-623-2564
www.co.polk.or.us
560 S Pacific Hwy.
Rickreall, OR 97371
503-623-6251
www.polkcountyhistoricalsociety.com
The bridge has Gothic windows, a cedar shake roof and is the only remaining structure of its type in Polk County.
Located a few miles south of Dallas on Hwy. 223 (King Valley Hwy.), near the community of Pedee.
503-581-4325 or 800-874-7012
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500 13th St. SE |
Come discover historic Silverton, founded in 1854. Over 15 residences, businesses and churches are included in this walking tour.
Silverton Chamber of Commerce
426 S Water St.
PO Box 257 (mailing)
Silverton, OR 97381
503-873-5615
www.silvertonchamber.org
100 S Detroit Ave.
Detroit, OR 97342
503-854-3735
190 East Charles St.
Mt. Angel, OR 97362
503-845-6222
www.glockenspielrestaurant.net
| Recently renovated historic building located at the center of downtown Salem, Oregon. Built in 1869-70 by Cyrus Adams Reed, it has played many important roles Salem’s history. 189 Liberty St. NE Salem, OR 97301 503-391-4481 www.reedoperahouse.com |
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| Patterned after the Jordan Bridge, which spanned Thomas Creek, east of Scio; it was moved to Pioneer Park in 1988, but burned in 1994. Now beautifully rebuilt. Take 1st Ave. to Marion St. Stayton, OR 97383 503-769-3425 Open year-round to the public for sightseeing, picnicking, and weddings. |
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| Salem’s historic Union Street Railroad Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge provides a half-mile link between two large urban parks connecting trails and a family friendly network of sights. Salem’s Riverfront Park Front Street Salem, OR 97301 503-581-4325 or 800-874-7012 www.cityofsalem.net/unionbridge |
North end of Marion County outside of Keizer
503-588-7979
Open 7 days a week; call for hours and possible closures.
Mission Mill Museum
Marion County Historical Society
1313 Mill St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-585-7012
www.WillametteHeritage.org
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Sited in the Reed Opera House, open year-round. |
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