Welcome to the Polk County Museum!
The Polk County Historical Society Museum is open to visitors!
Days and hours: Tuesday through Saturday from 12:00pm – 4:00pm.
Reservations are recommended for groups of over six: Please call 503-623-6251.
Library research can also be accommodated.


CURRENT NEWS

See the Classes page – HERE!
UPCOMING EVENTS
See the Programs page for next quarters Programs and Events.

EXPLORE
Historic map that locates nearly 600 homestead claims of the Donation Land Act

LEARN
Native Kalapuya tribe that originally occupied Polk County

ENJOY
Extensive exhibits of agriculture and logging

INVESTIGATE
Exhibits showcasing 28 past and present town sites in the county
Our large collection includes physical, pictorial, and written artifacts from 1842 to 1943.
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Our research library is well used by historians, writers, family researchers, and genealogists.
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The museum is a non-profit organization, funded entirely by memberships, donations, and fundraisers.
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We are 100% volunteer staffed with local history buffs and professionals, alike!
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