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Clearwater Historical Museum
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Dedicated to preserving the history of Clearwater County, and Clearwater River Drainage the museum displays more than 4000 old pictures and artifacts which tell the history. Exhibits feature the history of the Nez Perce Indians.Gold brought folks into this area in 1860, Orofino was platted in 1898 and the railroad came to Orofino in 1899. Orofino had a large RR camp here of about 1000 men. Then logging became an important industry. The museum also displays Chinese miners artifacts and logging artifacts. Tours are available upon request. Information is also available from the Orofino Chamber of Commerce. Hours are:
June thru September, Tuesday thru Saturday, 12:30 to 5:30
October thru May, Tuesday thru Saturday, 1:30 to 4:30
Admission is free, however, donation are greatly appreciated.
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Location:
PO Box 1454, Orofino Idaho 83544
Telephone
208-476-5033
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