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Sherman County Historical Museum

200 Dewey St · Moro, OR

Why you should go…

The Sherman County Historical Museum in Moro, Oregon holds more than 15,000 artifacts across 16,000 square feet of exhibit space. Permanent exhibits cover Oregon Trails, rails and roads in Sherman County, the history of wheat farming, and a working historic newspaper print shop. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from May through the second Saturday of October and received the American Association for State and Local History's Corey Award in 1994.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Sherman County Historical Museum, ordered by straight-line distance.

  • Eat & Drink
    Date Night

    Maryhill Winery

    Under $25

    Columbia River winery and bistro known for wine tasting, terrace views and summer concerts.

    15 mi awaySwitch it up: Eat & Drink

  • Tours
    Outdoor Adventure

    Deschutes River Adventures

    $50+

    Guided and self-guided whitewater rafting trips on the Deschutes River near Maupin, Oregon.

    27 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Tours
    Outdoor Adventure

    River Drifters

    $50+

    Guided whitewater rafting trips on the Deschutes, Rogue and Owyhee rivers out of Maupin, Oregon.

    28 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours