The Dalles Local Loop
Making stops at:
« Columbia Gorge Discovery Center – Discover the 10,000 years of indigenous native history that makes the Columbia Gorge one of the oldest areas of human habitation in the Western Hemisphere. Learn about early explorers like Lewis and Clark and the Oregon Trail pioneers, as well energy and natural resources and early transportation along the Historic Columbia River Highway. The Raptor Program will introduce you to live birds of prey as you learn about these majestic birds and their habitat
« Neon Sign Museum – Imagine a simpler time. From streets that were fan faired with smaltz and glass beaded signs to windows dazzled from the glow of full storefront neon, America was booming. Suburbs were born and families were buying automobiles. Comics were a nickel and the good guys always won. Hamburgers were a dime and no one had sold a million. The National Neon Sign Museum captures the vibrant history, craftsmanship, and culture that shaped America as seen through the evolution of pre-electric vintage signage and advertising. From the turn of the century through the 1960s, The National Neon Sign Museum displays early ephemera, scientific equipment, industry machinery and spectacular examples of pre-electric and full store front neon signs. View, explore, and engage with signage and advertising from the turn of the century through the 1960s.
« Downtown – Take time to explore downtown The Dalles at your leisure. Admire the murals throughout town and take time to browse the local shops.
« Fort Dalles Museum – Housed in the former Surgeon’ s Quarters, the Fort Dalles Museum is in the only remaining officer’ s quarters of the 1856 Fort Dalles military complex. Explore the unique collection of pioneer and military artifacts and antique wagons at one of the old west’ s most pivotal places in history. Enjoy viewing the engaging exhibits and walking on the grounds of this military fort, built during the 1800s.
« Anderson Homestead – There are three buildings that make up the Anderson Homestead: the log house, the granary, and the barn. Built in 1895 by Swedish immigrant Lewis Anderson, the house with its hand-hewn logs, was the social center of Pleasant Ridge in the late 1800s. The construction of the barn, with its careful fittings and the use of wood pegs in corners and at other intervals, reflects a high order of craftsmanship.
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