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Visitor tip
Don't miss the gem and mineral collection - it's consistently described as world-class and one of the best rock collections visitors have seen. This is the standout exhibit that makes the museum worth the $8 admission price.
Visitor tip
The museum features hands-on learning exhibits suitable for all ages, including the current 'Pioneers to Pillars' exhibition about Chinese communities in Baker County. This makes it an excellent educational stop for families with children of varying ages.
Visitor tip
The volunteer staff members are knowledgeable and friendly. Visitors have reported enjoying conversations with volunteers at the entry desk about the exhibits and local stories, adding value to the experience beyond just viewing displays.
About Baker Heritage Museum
Rotating exhibits on local history. Large historic building with artifacts & changing interpretive displays related to the area's past.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Location
- Historic Baker Municipal Natatorium, National Register of Historic Places
- Key Exhibits
- Baker County industries, Chinese heritage, Native American artifacts, Airstream history
- Contact
- 541-523-9308 or [email protected]
What visitors say
This is a fantastic museum showcasing the history of the Baker City area. It also has one of the best mineral and rock collections I have seen. If your in the area, this is the spot to go to. Worth the price of admission. My wife and I…
I have visited quite a few museums and I have to say for a small town museum this one has a world class gem and minerals exhibit that will amaze you.. then there's the exhibit for one of my favorite movies of all time that was filmed in…
This Museum is amazing! So worth checking out. Cost is $8 to get in and the amount of things to see from the early days in Oregon is remarkable! Also if you are a rock hound and love nice specimens from the area and beyond with…
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Did You Know?
- Baker Heritage Museum houses one of the world-class gem and mineral collections, with visitors noting it rivals collections at much larger institutions, featuring specimens from the local Baker County mining region and beyond
- The museum features a dedicated exhibition on Chinese communities in Baker County from 1860-1960 (current exhibition: 'Pioneers to Pillars'), documenting the largely overlooked Chinese immigrant experience in Eastern Oregon during the Gold Rush era
- The museum contains exhibits related to the filming of 'Paint Your Wagon' in the Baker City area, connecting the museum to this notable Hollywood production
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