Columbia River Maritime Museum
Explore marine transportation from the days of dugout canoes, through the age of sail, to the present. Watch a dramatic 12-minute film introducing the history of life and commerce on the Columbia River and including the dangerous work of the Bar and River Pilots. Walk the bridge of a World War II warship, marvel at the 44-foot motor lifeboat plowing through a wave in a rescue mission. Participate in four interactive and hands-on exhibits, including taking the helm in a tugboat wheelhouse. You can board the Lightship Columbia, a National Historic Landmark, that once guided ships to safety at the mouth of the Columbia River.
This is a museum of national distinction, designated the official Oregon State Maritime Museum in recognition of its quality, and recently expanded and improved in a $6 million rennovation.
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- Columbia River Maritime Museum
- 1792 Marine Drive
- Astoria, Oregon 97103
- Map & Directions on Google
- 503-325-2323
- Open daily 9:30-5:00
- $10 Adults, $8 Seniors, $5 child (6-17)
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