Changing Exhibit: Let’s Play!
A Heritage Invitational Exhibit looking at the history of sports in the Mid-Willamette Valley. Open during regular museum hours Wednesday - Saturday, 10am - 4 [...]
In Freedom’s Footsteps: Juneteenth Community History Walk
2025 Walk: Gorman Family. On June 19, 2025, we will host our 3rd Juneteenth Community History Walk, following in the footsteps of the Gorman family, whose story of reunification despite enslavement, cross-continental journeys, and decades is nothing short of remarkable.
4th of July – Museum Closed
Willamette Heritage Center will be closed on Independence Day, July 4, 2025.
Changing Exhibit: Caralyn B. Shelton, The Nation’s First Female Governor
WHC 1313 Mill St, Salem, OR, United StatesIn her three-day tenure as acting Oregon Governor, Caralyn B. Shelton demonstrated that a woman could execute the duties of the highest state office.
Master Class: Historic Property ResearchÂ
WHC 1313 Mill St, Salem, OR, United StatesJoin the research staff of the Willamette Heritage Center for a hands-on class exploring historic property research in Salem, Oregon.
Grand Opening: Caboose 507
The grand opening of Caboose 507 will provide accessible opportunities for everyone to view this treasure from Salem's history. Join us for the ribbon cutting [...]