County Fairgrounds in Gold Beach. The museum features Native Americans baskets, historic photos and documents.The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, Year round.
29419 Ellensburg Rd, Gold Beach, OR 97444
541-247-9396
http://www.curryhistory.com/
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Grants Pass
1.) The Applegate Trail Intrepretive Center - Offers a glimpse into the colorful history of this
rugged area through the stories of the pioneer settlers, the naming of Grave Creek, the discovery of gold, the impact of the stageline, and the building of the railroad.
rugged area through the stories of the pioneer settlers, the naming of Grave Creek, the discovery of gold, the impact of the stageline, and the building of the railroad.
541-472-8545
500 Sunny Valley Loop, Sunny Valley (20 mins north of Grants Pass), Oregon 97497
http://www.rogueweb.com/interpretive/
500 Sunny Valley Loop, Sunny Valley (20 mins north of Grants Pass), Oregon 97497
http://www.rogueweb.com/interpretive/
2.) Grants Pass' Museum of Art - the city's primary resource for exhibitions and collections
of fine art since 1979. Located in the heart of the historic old town, our galleries offer opportunities for learning, introspection and connection with cultures from around the world.
of fine art since 1979. Located in the heart of the historic old town, our galleries offer opportunities for learning, introspection and connection with cultures from around the world.
3.) Josphine County Historical Society - The Josephine County Historical Society operates an 
historical house museum, the Schmidt House, located at 508 SW 5th Street on the corner of 5th and J Streets in Grants Pass. Anna and Flora Schmidt gifted their family home to the Society in 1978. Tours of the house are given Tuesday-Friday during the hours 10:00-4:00
Located next door to the Schmidt House is the Society's Research Library at 512 SW 5th Street on the corner of 5th and K Streets. Research help is offered Tuesday through Friday during the hours 10:00-4:00. The Bookshop is open the same hours.
historical house museum, the Schmidt House, located at 508 SW 5th Street on the corner of 5th and J Streets in Grants Pass. Anna and Flora Schmidt gifted their family home to the Society in 1978. Tours of the house are given Tuesday-Friday during the hours 10:00-4:00Located next door to the Schmidt House is the Society's Research Library at 512 SW 5th Street on the corner of 5th and K Streets. Research help is offered Tuesday through Friday during the hours 10:00-4:00. The Bookshop is open the same hours.
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Jacksonville
1.) Jacksonville Children's Museum - The Children's Museum is housed in the 1910 
Jackson County Jail. It has exhibits including old fashioned toys, walk through exhibits for a pioneer jail, kitchen and tepee and a collection of Vance Colvig memorabilia and cartoons. Vance 
("Pinto") Colvig, a Jacksonville native, was the voice for many Walt Disney characters, including Goofy, Grumpy (in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs), and Pluto. He was also the first Bozo the Clown.
Jackson County Jail. It has exhibits including old fashioned toys, walk through exhibits for a pioneer jail, kitchen and tepee and a collection of Vance Colvig memorabilia and cartoons. Vance 
("Pinto") Colvig, a Jacksonville native, was the voice for many Walt Disney characters, including Goofy, Grumpy (in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs), and Pluto. He was also the first Bozo the Clown.
206 N. Fifth StJacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 773-6536
(541) 773-6536
2.) Jacksonville Museum - Right next to the children's museum, Their exhibits include life and times of artist/photographer Peter Britt; 
recreation of 1800s mining camp; Children's Museum next door featuring fun, hands-on activites; and more.
Open Weds.-Sun., 10 to 5; Free admission on Wednesdays from 2-5pm. $3 adults; $2 children & seniors; children under 6 free.
recreation of 1800s mining camp; Children's Museum next door featuring fun, hands-on activites; and more.Open Weds.-Sun., 10 to 5; Free admission on Wednesdays from 2-5pm. $3 adults; $2 children & seniors; children under 6 free.
205 5th St, Jacksonville, OR
541-773-6536
541-773-6536
3.) Beekman House - A well-preserved home, Beekman house reflects the lifestyle of a well-
to-do 19th-century businessman. The 1875 house contains original furnishings.
It was the home of Cornelius C. Beekman, gold freighter, Wells Fargo agent and banker. Beekman's progress from apprentice carpenter to founder of the second bank in the Pacific Northwest is a classic pioneer tale. Beekman House and the Rectory are open Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m.
to-do 19th-century businessman. The 1875 house contains original furnishings.It was the home of Cornelius C. Beekman, gold freighter, Wells Fargo agent and banker. Beekman's progress from apprentice carpenter to founder of the second bank in the Pacific Northwest is a classic pioneer tale. Beekman House and the Rectory are open Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m.
352 E California St, Jacksonville, OR
541-773-6536
https://sites.google.com/a/jvilleheritage.org/jacksonville-heritage-society/properties/beekman-house
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Klamath Falls
1.) Fort Klamath Museum - Located on HWY 62 35 miles north of Klamath Falls. 
Visit Fort Klamath on the way to Crater Lake. Built in 1863, the
fort was the first military outpost in the region. All that is left of the settlement is the guardhouse, which exhibits relics from the fort and pictures from that era. Learn about the courageous Modoc Chief, Captain Jack and the three warriors that were hung at the fort for waging war against the U.S. Army. Their gravesites are a short distance from the museum.
Visit Fort Klamath on the way to Crater Lake. Built in 1863, the
fort was the first military outpost in the region. All that is left of the settlement is the guardhouse, which exhibits relics from the fort and pictures from that era. Learn about the courageous Modoc Chief, Captain Jack and the three warriors that were hung at the fort for waging war against the U.S. Army. Their gravesites are a short distance from the museum.
507 Main St, Klamath Falls, OR 97601
541-883-4208 / alternate summer # (541)381-2320.
2.) The Favell Museum of Western Art and Indian Artifacts - The Favell Museum is a very 
special place where art and culture come together. Collections on display give the visitor a suggestion of the richness and variety of societies no longer here. Since the words 'artifact' and 'art' have the same root, it was not by chance that these two disciplines are displayed side by side, Native American material culture and paintings by contemporary artists.
You will find some of the finest examples of both in the museum.
special place where art and culture come together. Collections on display give the visitor a suggestion of the richness and variety of societies no longer here. Since the words 'artifact' and 'art' have the same root, it was not by chance that these two disciplines are displayed side by side, Native American material culture and paintings by contemporary artists.You will find some of the finest examples of both in the museum.
125 W. Main Street, Klamath Falls, Or 97601
541-882-9996
3.) klamath County Museum - Hours: 9-5 Tuesday through Saturday. 
Housed in a former national guard armory built in 1935, the Klamath County Museum features exhibits on natural history and human history. The museum also houses a large collection of historic photos and public records.
Housed in a former national guard armory built in 1935, the Klamath County Museum features exhibits on natural history and human history. The museum also houses a large collection of historic photos and public records.
1451 Main St.Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 883-4208
4.) Baldwin Hotel Museum - Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. 
Originally a hardware store that opened in 1906, the Baldwin Building served as hotel from 1908 until 1977. It became a public museum in 1978. Its four floors are filled with antiques and artifacts of local history. On the fourth floor is the studio of Maud Baldwin, who captured thousands of images from the Klamath Basin in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
Viewing is by guided tours only. Each day's final tour begins at 2:30 p.m.
Originally a hardware store that opened in 1906, the Baldwin Building served as hotel from 1908 until 1977. It became a public museum in 1978. Its four floors are filled with antiques and artifacts of local history. On the fourth floor is the studio of Maud Baldwin, who captured thousands of images from the Klamath Basin in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
Viewing is by guided tours only. Each day's final tour begins at 2:30 p.m.
31 Main Street, Klamath Falls, Oregon, 97601.
5.) Train Mountain Railroad Museum - Train Mountain Railroad Museum is a non-profit 
organization dedicated to the preservation of our railroad heritage. It is located in Southern Oregon on over 2000 acres of Ponderosa Pine forest in Klamath County, the home of Crater Lake National Park.
Train Rides are available every Sunday during the summer, between Memorial Day and Labor Day and on Memorial Day and Labor Day, from 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. on the Klamath & Western Railroad.
organization dedicated to the preservation of our railroad heritage. It is located in Southern Oregon on over 2000 acres of Ponderosa Pine forest in Klamath County, the home of Crater Lake National Park.Train Rides are available every Sunday during the summer, between Memorial Day and Labor Day and on Memorial Day and Labor Day, from 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. on the Klamath & Western Railroad.
36941 S. Chiloquin Rd., Chiloquin (Close to Klamath Falls), OR 97624
(541) 783-3030
6.) The Logging Museum - At Collier Memorial State Park there features a campground;
outdoor museum of historic logging equipment; relocated pioneer village; and a new four-corral, primitive horse camp and trailhead. At the state's finest logging museum, you'll see rare and antique logging equipment dating to the 1880s, as well as more recent pieces. Railroad buffs will enjoy learning about the role the railroad played in logging.
outdoor museum of historic logging equipment; relocated pioneer village; and a new four-corral, primitive horse camp and trailhead. At the state's finest logging museum, you'll see rare and antique logging equipment dating to the 1880s, as well as more recent pieces. Railroad buffs will enjoy learning about the role the railroad played in logging.
Chiloquin Hwy, Chiloquin (Near Klamath Falls), OR 97624
(541) 783-2471
(541) 783-2471
7.) Children's Museum of Klamath Falls - The Children's Museum of Klamath Falls is aimed at 
providing local children with new avenues and programs that instill the excitement, adventure and curiosity of learning. The Museum provides a fun, interactive environment for children and families to explore and discover the ever-changing world around them. The Children's Museum project has been assisted by an amazing core of community volunteers, high school students, a small board, professional consultants and donations from the local community.
providing local children with new avenues and programs that instill the excitement, adventure and curiosity of learning. The Museum provides a fun, interactive environment for children and families to explore and discover the ever-changing world around them. The Children's Museum project has been assisted by an amazing core of community volunteers, high school students, a small board, professional consultants and donations from the local community.
711 E Main St, Klamath Falls, OR 97601-3340
(541) 885-2995
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Medford
1.) Rogue Gallery & Art Center - The Rogue Gallery & Art Center is one of the finest community
visual arts organizations in Southern Oregon. Founded in 1960 by artists, educators, and community leaders, it serves as an art center and artistic catalyst for the region. More than 40 years later, we continue to serve the citizens of the Rogue Valley with art education, exhibitions, and artists' services.
visual arts organizations in Southern Oregon. Founded in 1960 by artists, educators, and community leaders, it serves as an art center and artistic catalyst for the region. More than 40 years later, we continue to serve the citizens of the Rogue Valley with art education, exhibitions, and artists' services.
40 South Bartlett Medford, OR 97501
(541)772-8118
http://www.roguegallery.org/
2.) Art Du Jour - Art du jour Gallery is a co-op exhibiting works by many talented artists living in the greater Rogue Valley region. On exhibit are works in Watercolor, Oil, Acrylic, Pastel, Pen & Ink, Conte' Crayon, Collage, Sculpture, Bronze Casting, Photography and Mixed Media.
3.) Southern Oregon Historical Society - The Southern Oregon Historical Society is committed to the Society's mission of making history come alive by collecting, preserving and sharing the stories and artifacts of our common heritage.
BE SURE- To go to their Children's Heritage Fair, this year it will be held on June 2nd at the Hanley Farm
106 N. Central Ave.
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 773- 6536
http://www.sohs.org/
2.) Art Du Jour - Art du jour Gallery is a co-op exhibiting works by many talented artists living in the greater Rogue Valley region. On exhibit are works in Watercolor, Oil, Acrylic, Pastel, Pen & Ink, Conte' Crayon, Collage, Sculpture, Bronze Casting, Photography and Mixed Media.
All original art exhibited may be purchased as well as Giclée Prints, Cards and other specialty art items.
Located in the heart of downtown Medford at 213 E. Main St., we offer convenient free 3 hour parking in the Parking garage at 6th and Riverside.
213 E. Main Street
Medford, or 97501
(541) 770.3190
http://www.artdujourgallery.com/3.) Southern Oregon Historical Society - The Southern Oregon Historical Society is committed to the Society's mission of making history come alive by collecting, preserving and sharing the stories and artifacts of our common heritage.
BE SURE- To go to their Children's Heritage Fair, this year it will be held on June 2nd at the Hanley Farm
106 N. Central Ave.
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 773- 6536
http://www.sohs.org/
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