Current Exhibits at the Washington County Museum
Whipsaws to Chainsaws: History of Logging and Timber in Washington County
The Washington County Historical Society and Museum welcomes you to visit our latest exhibit on the development of the logging industry in Washington County, Oregon. Surround yourself with photographs, artifacts, and stories of local logging throughout the past 150 years. Read More »
Doing Time: Then and Now
This exhibit focuses on the history of law enforcement in the county through intriguing tales of murder and mayhem set in the context of mid-19th century life. Read More »
1853 Log Jail
The history of the old log jail is filled with color and mystery. The building served as a jail for seventeen years, from 1853-1870. It not only held county prisoners, it held territorial prisoners. The Territorial Penitentiary in Oregon City was burned shortly after it was built, which made it necessary to hold prisoners in county jails. Read More »
Collectors Cabinet
Schedule to be announced. Please call the museum for details on the current Collector’s Cabinet display (503) 645-5353. Read More »
