Welcome to the Polk County Museum!

The Polk County Historical Society Museum is open to visitors! 

Days and hours remain the same: Tuesday through Saturday from 12:00pm - 4:00pm.

Reservations are recommended for groups of up to six: please call 503-623-6251.

Library research can also be accommodated.

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!