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Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center

Hood River, OR
503-427-8211
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Ranked #10 of 19 attractions in Hood River
Type: Speciality Museums
Description: A three-story center offering exhibits on the history of the Columbia Gorge.
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Tacoma, Washington
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

I read other reviews that praised this museum and heard great things about it. I was impressed with the building and location. However, I was not so impressed with the curation of the exhibits. It seemed to be a collection of a wide variety of historical artifacts, but difficult to make sense of it all in a linear fashion. They... More

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Shreveport, Louisiana
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Great museum and lots of cool history there - I loved the Lincoln School Room photo - lots of great artifacts

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

We found this Interpretive Center in Stevenson, WA. Native American, logging, fishing, dam building, local culture, history and videos made a nice package. If you are a logging buff this is a great stop. A huge steam engine that is a century old will still turn over with the help of an electric motor. Watching it operate made my day... More

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Bainbridge Island, WA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 November 2012

This is a lively collection of artifacts, models, memorabilia and implements from the history of the Columbia River Gorge. The massive replica of a salmon-catching flywell contraption of the type that once dotted the river is worth the price of admission alone. Collection of Native American artifacts notable too. And who knew that the world's largest collection of Rosaries would... More

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North Vancouver
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2012

Really enjoyed this stop. The View is amazing. The building rare in that one wouldn't expect to find something so beautiful and traditional seemingly in the middle of nowhere - at least when it was built. Be sure to stop here.

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NW Wisconsin
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 August 2012

This was the second time we stopped. Last time was at the end of summer...after the lavender crop had been harvested. Was an OK stop. This time we timed our stop while the lavender was in full bloom...amazing!! A sea of lavender snuggled in between views of two snow capped mountains! Cut our own lavender bunch...Huge bunch for $3.00!!

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Troutdale, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 June 2012

This three story Intrep Center is not short on exhibits. It's run very efficiently. We initially came with a group and hubs came next to me and told me in a whisper..."we are coming back when we don't have an hour time limit." They have, on the first floor a mezzanine that runs whenever people go in and sit down.... More

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Eastsound, WA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2012

We stopped here first. What a good idea. They had maps and info that was not in my guidebooks.

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Post Falls, Idaho
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

Well worth the stop. When it rains in the gorge it really rains. This is the place to avoid the rain or dry out. See the exhibits enjoy the on site cafe and remember the beauty of the day.

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Imbler, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

Right off the Interstate. This was a very pleasant visit. I'm very interested in the history of Oregon particularly the areas close to Northeast Oregon. Very informative and well set out. History just flowed. Enjoy!

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