Children's Museums

North American Bigfoot Center

Name: North American Bigfoot Center
Address: 31297 SE, US-26, Boring, OR 97009, Boring, OR, US
Telephone: (503) 912-3054
Rating: 4.8

★★★★☆ 4.8 (1009 reviews)

📍 31297 SE, US-26, Boring, OR 97009

📞 (503) 912-3054

🌐 northamericanbigfootcenter.com

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–5 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–5 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–5 PM
Thursday	10 AM–5 PM
Friday	10 AM–5 PM
Saturday	10 AM–5 PM
Sunday	10 AM–5 PM

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About North American Bigfoot Center

North American Bigfoot Center is a children's museum in Boring, OR. Founded by Cliff Barackman, host of the Animal Planet reality series 'Finding Bigfoot,' making it the museum of a television personality known for cryptozoological research. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,009 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Bigfoot Research & History Museum
Location: Boring, Oregon near Portland and Mount Hood
Founded By: Cliff Barackman (Finding Bigfoot TV series)
Admission: Adults $8, Seniors & Kids $6
Highlights: Sasquatch evidence, regional sighting exhibits, life-size displays, authentic research artifacts

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Founded by Cliff Barackman, host of the Animal Planet reality series 'Finding Bigfoot,' making it the museum of a television personality known for cryptozoological research
⭐Houses artifacts and collections from the late Dr. Jeff Meldrum, an American anthropologist from Idaho State University who was a prominent Bigfoot researcher
⭐Displays the famous Patterson-Gimlin film footage from Bluff Creek, California (1967), one of the most iconic pieces of alleged Bigfoot evidence, along with Paul Freeman footage from Eastern Oregon in the 1980s
⭐Features a life-size Sasquatch display named 'Murphy' with a companion 'Baby Murphy,' along with specimens including alleged Sasquatch hair on display
⭐Maintains an exceptionally high rating of 4.8 stars across 1009 reviews, with particularly strong praise for both the museum exhibits and gift shop experience

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Plan for 2+ hours to fully experience both the museum exhibits and gift shop—visitors consistently mention spending this amount of time and finding it worthwhile. The gift shop is notably extensive with unique Bigfoot merchandise (magnets, pins, croc charms, playing cards, postcards, road signs, door mats), so budget extra time for browsing.
💡Take advantage of the convenient nearby amenities—a coffee shop and pizza place are directly across the street, making it easy to grab refreshments without leaving the area. This is particularly helpful if you're planning the full 2+ hour visit.
💡The museum is exceptionally kid-friendly for all ages, including young children as young as 4 years old. The life-size Sasquatch displays (Murphy and Baby Murphy), photo opportunities throughout, and variety of exhibits keep children engaged without overwhelming them.
💡Look for signed copies of region-specific Bigfoot research books in the gift shop's book section. Many titles are available signed by authors, adding value to purchases for enthusiasts interested in deeper learning about cryptid research.
💬At $8 for adults and $6 for seniors and children under 12, the admission price is notably reasonable for a specialized museum. The gift shop prices are also surprisingly moderate for a venue gift shop, making this an affordable outing overall.