We were touring our local communities and this was on our 'Staycation' list of places to visit. The Siuslaw Pioneer Museum covers the Florence area from the original Native Americans and Pioneer...
Siuslaw Pioneer Museum
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The Siuslaw Pioneer Museum in Florence, Oregon is a captivating destination that presents and preserves the local history of the Florence and Siuslaw Region. Visitors can immerse themselves in the past, experiencing life as it was over 150 years ago through a diverse range of exhibits showcasing everything from first-people's tools and apparel to pioneer homesteaders' household items, logging and fishing implements, and even a historic telephone switchboard.
Delve into the hardscrabble life of the early settlers who established the logging and fishing industries in the mid- to late-1800s, and discover the delicate side of life through the intricate lace and quiltwork of the era. The museum also offers a historic walking tour of Historic Old Town Florence, providing insights into the architecture, commerce, and colorful characters that shaped the town's development. With its mission to preserve and present the rich history of the Siuslaw Region, the Siuslaw Pioneer Museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the past for both local residents and visitors from around the world.
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A must stop while visiting Florence! This place is chalked full of antiques, memorabilia, and artifacts from when the first pioneers settled here and in surrounding areas. Admission is $5 per...
Very knowledgeable docents! So much to look at! We were there for over 2 hours, but hit information overload, so stopped. I highly recommend this museum.
The Siuslaw Pioneer Museum is a homey place with a lot of great information about the history of the Florence area. To me, the history of a place is all about the people, and the museum tells...
This is a great local Museum. It highlights the Culture and History of the Central Oregon Coast. They are located in the city of Florences first schoolhouse, which has been renovated to show...
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