Posted in Oregon
September 16, 2020
Take A Stroll Through The Dalles In Oregon To See Vibrant Murals Of The Town’s History
Oregonians celebrate the vibrant history of our state in many different ways. The community of The Dalles is especially proud of its past, and you can soak in some of its stories on a tour of more than a dozen beautiful murals when you visit. Take a look:
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This mural celebrates the ancient people who lived in this area. They fished salmon out of the Columbia River and traded it with other visiting tribes.


The expedition was faced with a dangerous mission - crossing the narrows, a three-mile-long, whitewater stretch of the Columbia River that was just 45 feet wide. They made it through the treacherous stretch of river and continued on their journey.

You can still see Pulpit Rock on Court Street, near the high school.

This world-famous hotel welcomed dozens of famous guests and was quite a going concern. It burned down twice, was heavily damaged in the floor of 1894, and was torn down in 1930.


Read more about each mural on The Dalles Mural Society website, where you’ll also find directions. Have you seen the murals firsthand? We’d love to read about your visit and see your photos in our Facebook comments!
For another blast from the past, visit the National Neon Sign Museum while you’re in The Dalles (you’ll want to call ahead for a reservation).
Address: The Dalles, OR 97058, USA