Museums and Historical Centers
Humans inhabited the Gorge thousands of years before Lewis & Clark explored it. And the unique history of the region extends thousands of years prior to human habitation -- to the cataclysmic Ice Age Floods that formed Gorge we see today. These museums and educational centers offer a host of natural and cultural history exhibits on the Gorge.
Columbia Gorge Discovery Center
& Wasco County Historical Museum
The official interpretive center for the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Inspiring appreciation and stewardship of natural and cultural history.
5000 Discovery Drive
The Dalles, OR 97058
541-296-8600
Columbia Gorge Interpretative Center Museum
The Museum, noted for its award winning architecture, houses an impressive collection of 19th century early machinery used in the Gorge and interesting Native American and pioneer exhibits.
990 SW Rock Creek Drive, Box 396
Stevenson, WA 98648
800-991-2338 or 509-427-8211
Gorge Heritage Museum
An old church houses this museum established by the West Klickitat County Historical Society. Hours 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Thurs–Sun or by appt.
202 East Humboldt
Bingen, WA
509-493-3228
Maryhill Museum of Art
Founded by the eccentric Samuel Hill, the museum's collections have been called “nothing short of magical” and described as “nothing is typical and much is extraordinary”.
35 Maryhill Museum Dr.
Maryhill, WA 98620-4601
509-773-3733
Hood River County Historical Museum
Over 100 years of Hood River history depicted in displays and dioramas.
300 E. Port Marina Dr.
Hood River, OR 97031
541-386-6772
Multnomah Falls Lodge
Built in 1925, the lodge provides fine northwest cuisine with a panoramic view from your table.
Historic Columbia River Highway, Hwy. 30
Columbia Gorge, Oregon
503-695-2376
Multnomah Falls Visitors Center, US Forest Service
Information center for the Falls and the Columbia Gorge. Displays, books, maps and brochures are available.
Historic Columbia River Highway, Hwy. 30
Columbia Gorge, Oregon
503-695-2372
Sternwheeler Boat Tour, Cascade Locks, OR
Enjoy riverboat cruises on this authentic triple-deck paddle wheeler. Meal cruises and sightseeing excursions are available.
Portland Spirit Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler
110 SE Caruthers St.
Portland, OR 97214-4513
800-2245-3901 or 503-224-3900
Vista House
Vista House, built in 1916, serves as a symbol of the Columbia Gorge. Built on a beautiful overlook, Crown Point, this landmark is accessed via the Historic Columbia River Highway and is a no fee state park.
Historic Columbia River Highway, Hwy. 30
Corbett, OR
800-551-6949 or 503-695-2261
