BUSH HOUSE MUSEUM
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.
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Curious about indigenous culture, steam-powered trains, pioneer life or Frank Lloyd Wright architecture? The Salem area has a fascinating — and diverse — history. There’s so much to explore, we’ve compiled a lineup of must-see spots to get you started on your discovery journey. Whether you’re a history buff, a parent looking for family-friendly activities or if you’re just interested in some original Oregon inspiration, you’ll have a blast learning about our past.
You don’t need to be a history buff to appreciate the fascinating and diverse heritage of the Mid-Willamette Valley. From the Kalapuya people who lived here for thousands of years to an eccentric natural-history museum at a 143-year-old monastery and a music-loving communal society that thrived at the end of the Oregon Trail, celebrate Historic Preservation Month — and every month — by exploring the area’s storied historic hot spots.
If you’ve ever wondered what life was like for the pioneers who arrived via the Oregon Trail or the Kalapuya people who lived in the area for thousands of years, now’s your chance to find out. May is National Historic Preservation Month and the Salem region has loads of museums and historical places of interest that celebrate the area's diverse heritage.
Stop and smell the roses—and admire the goldenrods, dahlias and geraniums while you’re at it.