Clackamas County is home to the traditional End of the Oregon Trail-- Abernethy Green-- and to Oregon City--the first capital of Oregon Territory and the cradle of American government in the Northwest. The museum features exhibits of Clackamas County history, a research library, and photograph archives. The Clackamas County History Museum offers guided and self-guided tours of heritage exhibits and historic artifacts. The view point across the street provides a spectacular vista of the Willamette Falls Locks where Native Americans tribes met and fished for salmon.The Clackamas County Historical Society is a non-profit organization operating two facilities in historic Oregon City: the Museum of the Oregon Territory & the Stevens-Crawford Heritage House. Donations accepted.
Location:
211 Tumwater Drive, Oregon City Oregon 97045
Telephone
503-655-5574 Fax 503-655-0035
Other History nearby:
(Portland) American Advertising Museum
(Carver) Baker Cabin
(Oregon City) Barclay House
(Dallas) Brunk House
(Salem) Bush House Museum
(Washougal) Camas-Washougal Historical Soc. Museum
Request a Free copy of the Mile-by-Mile Guide to the Oregon Coast, which will be delivered to your USA postal address. Also request a free first issue of Oregon Coast magazine and sign up for coast deals.
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02/21 Coming to The Oregon City area
Water Music Festival Seaview WA April1 The Water Music Festival is an all-volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to bringing quality chamber music to the Lower Columbia River Region.
Astoria-Warrenton Crab and Seafood Festival Warrenton OR April26 Crab and seafood as well as entertainment. Listen to the Astoria HS Jazz Band on Sunday.
Mt. Pisgah Arboretum Wildflower and Music Festival Eugene OR May19 A day of wildflowers, music, food, crafts, and microscopes!
Rhododendron Days Florence OR May17-19 The annual celebration of the blooming of rhododendrons along the central Oregon Coast.
Columbia Gorge Wine and Pear Fest Hood River OR May18-19 Start off the weekend with friends and fun featuring Columbia Gorge wineries and eateries. Highlights include entertainment, live music, wine tasting, great food, fruit exhibits with samples, and local artisans.
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