Visit Willamette Heritage Center

What You’ll See

Admission to the museum gives you access to exhibits in nine historic structures on our five-acre site. A self-guided tour map is available at the front desk to guide your journey through the museum.

Permanent exhibits in the 1840s homes explore the experiences of Native Americans in the Valley and early European settlement of Oregon including Jason Lee and the Methodist Mission to Oregon and the Oregon Trail.

The Thomas Kay Woolen Mill buildings provide an in-depth look at industrialization and the woolen industry in Oregon.

Download our Tour Guide.

A new family-friendly tour option, included with museum admission, is a backpack for elementary-aged children. Learn more about our newest interactive activity, Backpack Buddies: Working on the Railroad.

Time Requirements

Our five acre site has lots of nooks and crannies to get lost in. You can easily spend two hours or more exploring our exhibits and visiting the shops and other retailers at the WHC.

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ADA Access

In order to maintain our historic structures in their original forms, some of our buildings are not wheelchair accessible.  Please ask at the front desk for information on how to get the most out of your visit.

Parking

We have lots of free parking in our lot that can be accessed from Mill Street. We also have an electric car charging station and bike rack.

Docents

If you would like to have one of our wonderful docents lead your tour, please call to schedule. Docent-led tours can currently be scheduled with at least two weeks notice. Self-guided tours are available without reservations.

Group Tours

The Willamette Heritage Center offers special rates for adults, senior and student groups of 10 or more. Click here for more information about Group Tours.

View the Museum’s Introductory Video