This Enchanting And Historic Town In Oregon Is The Perfect Day Trip Destination
If you’re looking for the perfect day trip destination in Oregon, then you should check out Brownsville. This small town is about halfway between Salem and Eugene and it has a population of less than 2,000 residents. Brownsville gained some fame back in the 1980s; it was the filming location for the 1986 film Stand By Me starring River Phoenix, Wil Wheaton, Jerry O’Connell, and Corey Feldman. It was the ultimate small town back then and it still is today. You’ll love visiting it. Read on to learn more.
If you've seen the movie Stand By Me then you might recognize this bridge from the film. If you haven't seen the movie, then this bridge is still a charming way to cross over the Calapooia River to get from one part of Brownsville to the other.
Main Street in Brownsville crosses right over it. This historic Main Street area looks pretty much exactly like it did when they filmed the movie in 1986, as well as how it looked about 100 years ago. It's full of interesting small businesses that serve this town.
You can also visit the Linn County Historical Museum just off Main Street, too. It's located in Brownsville's original railroad depot. You can check out historic rail cars and learn about the people and history of this area.
The Moyer House is across Main Street from the museum. This historic, 3,000-square-foot home was built in 1881. Tours of it are offered every Saturday.
Another cool museum in Brownsville is Living Rock Studios. It's outside of the main downtown Brownsville area, but it's still very close by. It is a small museum that is full of history, art, and so much more.
If you're hungry, you might stop by Kirk's Ferry Trading Post for a good meal. This place is very well-rated and is one of the most popular spots to eat in town.
Brownsville is a pleasant, welcoming, and relaxing place to enjoy a day – and that’s what makes it the perfect day trip destination in Oregon. You’ll love Brownsville! Plan a visit there today.
