Explore Oregon’s Unique History And Learn Cool Facts About The State At This Oregon Museum

Interested in learning more about the Beaver State? Head to the Oregon Historical Society for engaging exhibits and cool facts. The Oregon Historical Society features numerous informative exhibits about our great state, making it the perfect outing for adults and kids alike. This is truly one of Oregon's hidden gems!

Located in downtown Portland, the museum is the perfect spot for a few hours of exploring Oregon's past.

At the time of this writing, current exhibits include Models in Motion: The Ivan L. Collins Collection of Historic Vehicles in Miniature, which features fantastic miniature to-scale wagons. This exhibit can be seen between January 26 and May 4, 2024.

Another is the Portland Past and Present photography exhibit of images exploring how the Rose City has changed over time. It runs from December 29, 2023, to July 7, 2024.

The Experience Oregon permanent exhibit is also not to be missed. The 7,000 square feet of displays offer a comprehensive, inclusive look at Oregon's past and present.

The curators describe the exhibit as "a dynamic educational space. Experience Oregon allows visitors to learn about the countless people, places, and events that have shaped this place."

The museum's dynamic exhibits are designed to appeal to kids and adults alike but it's an especially wonderful place to bring kids.

There's lots to see, including antique vehicles, clothing, instruments, weapons, boat models, and more.

The voices, experiences, artifacts, and contributions of the many different cultures and peoples who have and continue to live in Oregon are represented in the displays.

There are a variety of interactive stations that include games that bring the content to life, helping visitors make connections between past and present.

The covered wagons were a big hit with my son when we visited.

The History Hub is another great area of the museum to discover more about Oregon.

For more information about the museum, visit the Oregon Historical Society website. If your visit to the museum includes a drive, you may want to stock up on car-friendly snacks and/or enjoy a meal at one of the many great eateries downtown.

We'd love to know how you enjoyed your trip to this wonderful museum, so please leave a comment to let us know about your experience. Also, feel free to share your favorite museums in Oregon, too.