Curry Historical Society Museum
Southern Oregon Coast
The Curry Historical Society Museum has displays on the area's mining, logging and Native American histories.
Must-see attractions in Oregon
Northern Oregon Coast
In town, this museum displays historical items donated by local residents.
Columbia River Gorge
The beautiful, 13.2-mile Eagle Creek Trail was the gorge's most popular hike before the 2017 fire that has closed it indefinitely. There is no timeline on…
Southern Oregon
Ten miles southwest of Roseburg, near Winston, is a 600-acre park dotted with inquisitive ostriches, camels, giraffes, lions, tigers and bears – among…
Portland
This spirit-factory started as a small-time operation using a short copper still that remains on the premises (it's tucked away on a shelf). Now the…
Columbia River Gorge
The Dalles Dam, built in 1957, produces enough electricity to power 800,000 homes. Access to this power came at a price, however. The dam's reservoir,…
Old Town-Chinatown
Though it was once the second-largest Chinatown in the US, don't expect flashbacks of Shanghai in Portland's Chinese quarter these days – most of its…
Southern Oregon Coast
Twelve miles south of Port Orford, kids will scream at the sight of a Tyrannosaurus rex in front of this dinosaur park. Life-size replicas of the extinct…
West Hills
Portland's aerial tram runs from the South Waterfront (where there's a streetcar stop) to Marquam Hill about every six minutes. The tram runs along a…
Columbia River Gorge
If you happen to be around town from May to September, check out the farmers market for crafts, live music, fresh produce and locally made foods. From…
Harney County Historical Museum
Eastern Oregon
Lots of historical relics – from photos to coins to guns to a document sentencing a hanging – are on exhibit at this museum; if you're a couple, the price…
Portland
Having the largest park (Forest Park) within city limits perhaps isn't an oddity, but having the smallest one might be. Mill Ends Park – located on the…
Historic Morrow County Courthouse
Northeastern Oregon
Tours of this historic building in Heppner, built in 1902–03, are available. It's notable for its stonemasonry, some of the architectural features on the…
Northeastern Oregon
Great if you like fully restored Victorian houses. Philanthropist Leo Adler lived here for 94 years, and much of the furniture and fixtures are original…
Portland
Across 6th Ave from Pioneer Courthouse Square is the Pioneer Courthouse. Built in 1875, this was the legal center of 19th-century Portland. The courthouse…
Southern Oregon
For something completely different, check out this big cat zoo 1.5 miles south of Cave Junction. This interactive preserve for rare and endangered felines…
Old Town-Chinatown
Victorian-era architecture and the attractive Skidmore Fountain give the area beneath the Burnside Bridge some nostalgic flair. Dedicated in 1888, the…
Southern Oregon
You're not likely to drive past this shop-gallery without noticing: it looks like a hobbit fortress. Inside are amazing displays of woodworking, pottery…
Cascade Locks Historical Museum
Columbia River Gorge
Housed in an old lockmaster's three-story residence (1905) across from the locks, this museum features Native American artifacts, a fish wheel and a…
Northeastern Oregon
The Pine Valley Museum is located right in the middle of town and has a few of the region's old photos and relics (check out the albino porcupine). If it…
Southern Oregon Coast
This 1934 building was home to members of the area's US Coast Guard 'surfmen,' who were in charge of search and rescue along this stretch of coastline – a…
Eastern Oregon
Heavy on local family history, this museum preserves artifacts and historical records from the early days of Lakeview and the surrounding area. Call ahead…
The Willamette Valley & Wine Country
The 1852 Robert Newell House was the only one to survive the 1861 flood. It holds Native American artifacts and inaugural gowns worn by the wives of…
Columbia River Gorge
Get a fantastic view of Mt Hood from this museum and historic residence in Parkdale. The collection includes pioneer and Native American artifacts as well…
Portland
Those two glass spires you can see from downtown identify this huge multipurpose building where some of Portland's largest events are held. Check the…
Japanese American Historical Plaza
Old Town-Chinatown
North of the Burnside Bridge, the Japanese American Historical Plaza is a memorial to Japanese Americans who were sent to internment camps by the US…
Northern Oregon Coast
Wonderful if you like sea creatures and dioramas. There are also opportunities to book educational whale-watching trips with a marine biologist through…
Northeastern Oregon
A small educational facility which offers local information and a small geography display room. It's open by appointment only outside of summer.
Chetco Community Public Library
Southern Oregon Coast
A samurai sword that belonged to the Japanese pilot who bombed Mt Emily (behind the city) during WWII is displayed in Brookings' library.
Old Town-Chinatown
This landmark was built in 1872 and is notable for the cast iron arches facing SW 1st Ave, all that are left of its northern wing.
Portland
For simple pleasures, visit the Jamison Square Fountain, a popular Pearl District oasis that attracts splashing kids.
Southern Oregon
Shop for local produce, baked goods, arts, crafts and so on at this community-centric outdoor market.
Southern Oregon
If you're in town on a weekend between March and October, catch this crafty market behind the plaza.
The Willamette Valley & Wine Country
At the heart of town, 1500ft-wide Willamette Falls is the second-most-powerful waterfall in the US.
Portland
A small sample of historical models collected by this large local retailer hangs on one wall of the Southeast Portland location. Since moving from its…
Northeastern Oregon
This tiny museum is in the center of the town of Fossil and has a vintage photo collection, artifacts from town history, and a display about a nearby…
