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  • 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.

  • Archaeology: More than Rocks!

    Archaeology: More Than Rocks* as children collectively unearth history and science. Using a miniature dig site and a variety of authentic and replica artifacts, students will [...]

    $12
  • Master Class: Historic Property Research 

    WHC 1313 Mill St, Salem, OR, United States

    Join the research staff of the Willamette Heritage Center for a hands-on class exploring historic property research in Salem, Oregon.

  • Archaeology: More Than Rocks!

    Archaeology: More Than Rocks* as children collectively unearth history and science. Using a miniature dig site and a variety of authentic and replica artifacts, students will [...]

    $12
  • Grand Opening: Caboose 507

    [FREE admission to the Museum all day from 10 am - 4 pm] On September 19, 2025, at 10 AM, Willamette Heritage Center will open [...]

  • Caboose ADA Ramp Closure

    The ADA Ramp has been temporarily closed to make it more accessible and meet code requirements.  We are sorry for the inconvenience.  The caboose remains [...]

  • Closed: MLK Day

    Willamette Heritage Center will be closed in observation of Martin Luther King Day

  • Museum Exhibits Closed

    The museum exhibits will be closed 11/26 - 11/29 as we prepare for Magic at the Mill. Retail shops will remain open during their regular [...]

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