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Applegate Trail Interpretive Center 888-411-1846
500 Sunny Valley Loop Sunny Valley, OR 97497
Sunny Valley, OR 97497
Website: www.rogueweb.com/interpretive
Email: applegatetrail_ic@hotmail.com
Experience 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 stage line,
and the building of the railroad. Open Wednesday through Sunday 10am - 5pm (November 15th
- March 15th). Closed Monday and Tuesday. Located 14 Miles North of Grants Pass, I-5 Exit
71. For more information call (541)472-8545 or (888)411-1846.
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Butte Creek Mill 541-826-3531
402 N Royal Eagle Point, OR 97524
Eagle Point, OR 97524
Website: www.buttecreekmill.com
Email: info@buttecreekmill.com
HISTORIC WATER-POWERED GRIST MILL & COUNTRY STORE - You can mix fun with education by
visiting this historic mill. Nestled on the banks of Little Butte Creek, the last original
operating water-powered grist mill in the West is fun for all ages. Visitors may watch the
miller at work and find stone ground flours, meals, cereals, mixes and a variety of other
full-of-nutrition food-stuffs and snacks in the mill Country Store. The mill is listed on
the National Historic Register and is open 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Saturday. Museum,
covered bridge and parks nearby all with no admission charge!
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| Camp White Historical Association and Museum 541-826-2111
Ext. 3674
DVA Domiciliary Campus, Bldg 200
Hwy 62
White City, OR 97503
Hwy 62 - White City, OR 97503
History comes alive in the military memorabilia displayed at Camp White
Military Museum. The collections include guns, medals, letters, posters, and historic
uniforms. The museum also has a large photo collection of Camp White's history, currently
being collected and preserved. Open Monday through Saturday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Free
Admission.
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| Eagle Point Historical Society &
Museum 541-826-4166
301 N Royal Ave
Eagle Point, OR 97524
A diverse collection of historical items preserves the history of Eagle
Point and surrounding areas. Located next door to the Butte Creek Mill.
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Handweaving Exhibit
By Cindie Kitchin
Presented by the handweaving guilds of the Rogue Valley, September 4th through December
11th, open Saturday from 11am-4pm (except the 3rd Saturday of each month). The exhibit is
located in the Southern Oregon Historical Society Jacksonville Museum - Claire Hanley
Building behind the main museum.There will be demonstrations of spinning and weaving,
along with a warped loom for the public to try their hand at weaving for free!
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Historic C.C. Beekman House
541-773-6536
Corner of California and Laurelwood Streets
Jacksonville, OR 97530
When visitors step into the C.C. Beekman House, they step back to the summer of 1911.
Open for private tours by appointment only. From Medford, head 7 miles west on Hwy 238 to
Jacksonville.
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Jacksonville Children's Museum 541-773-6536
206 N 5th Street Jacksonville, OR 97530
Jacksonville, OR 97530
Website: www.sohs.org
Email: program@sohs.org
Located in the former Jackson County Jail, the Children's Museum features more than 20
hands-on exhibits for the young-at-heart. The life-like scenes include an American Indian
dwelling, 1850's cabin, one-room schoolhouse and a 1920's gas station. Located 5 miles
west on Hwy 238, corner of 5th and D Streets, Jacksonville.
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Jacksonville Museum of Southern Oregon History 541-773-6536
206 N 5th Street
Jacksonville, OR 97530
Step into the 1883 Italianate-style former Jackson County Courthouse for a glimpse into
the region's colorful past. Trace the growth of picturesque Jacksonville from gold-mining
camp to bustling trade center to National Historic Landmark City. Other exhibits give a
glimpse into the life of pioneer photographer Peter Britt in addition to differing and
unusual pottery and railroad history. From Medford, take Hwy 238 west into Jacksonville.
Corner of 5th and C Streets.
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ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum 541-482-6767
1500 East Main Street Ashland, OR 97520
Ashland, OR 97520
Website: www.scienceworksmuseum.org
Email: staff@scienceworksmuseum.org
ScienceWorks is a world-class interactive science museum featuring state-of-the-art
exhibits, live performances and hands-on exploration for all ages. Located at 1500 East
Main near Walker Ave in Ashland, just minutes from downtown. Plenty of free parking is
available. Admission: Adult $7.50, Child (2-12 years) and Senior (65+) $5.00, Free for
Members and children under 2. Open Wednesday through Sunday.
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Southern Oregon Historical Society 541-858-1724
106 N Central Ave,
Medford, OR 97501
Website: www.sohs.org
Email: director@sohs
For over 60 years, SOHS has been preserving, sharing and celebrating Southern Oregon's
rich heritage. Visit the Historical Research Library located on North Central Ave in
downtown Medford, and explore the extensive archives, including thousands of rare
documents, photos, maps and more. Open Tuesday-Friday, 1pm-5pm.
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