WALLOWA COUNTY MUSEUM

JOSEPH, OR

Blue Lake Eagle Cap Wilderness
Blue Lake Eagle Cap Wilderness Credit: Michael Renfrow

The Wallowa County Museum is a historical museum located in Joseph, Oregon. The museum is dedicated to preserving and presenting the history of Wallowa County, which is located in the northeastern part of the state. The museum's collection includes artifacts, documents, photographs, and other items that relate to the history of the region.

The museum is housed in a historic building that was originally built in 1885 as a county courthouse. The building has undergone several renovations over the years and now includes exhibits on the history of Wallowa County, including the Nez Perce tribe, pioneers, and early settlers. The museum also has exhibits on local industries, such as logging, mining, and agriculture.

Visitors to the museum can explore the exhibits at their own pace or take a guided tour. The museum also offers educational programs for school groups and other organizations. In addition, the museum hosts events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and special exhibits.

Overall, the Wallowa County Museum is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in the history of the Pacific Northwest. Whether you're a local resident or a visitor to the area, this museum is definitely worth a visit.

WALLOWA COUNTY MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in JOSEPH OR. US MID #8404100010

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

Blue Lake Eagle Cap Wilderness
Moccasin Lake, Eagle Cap Wilderness, Oregon From the archives - 1985 backpacking trip; original shot on Velvia color slide film; Canon F1 SLR
Get Off My Lawn! This is an overly photographed barn located in Joseph, Oregon. I dunno, all I see is an angry red building with a unibrow shouting obscenities at me. Fluidr: <a href="http://www.fluidr.com/photos/31246066@N04" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.fluidr.com/photos/31246066@N04</a>
Fireline on the NeboFire 220926 Lightning storms on August 22 and 23, 2022 ignited the Nebo Fire 21 miles southeast of Enterprise, Oregon near Mount Nebo. The fire was burning in the upper Lick Creek drainage. There were three lightning caused fires within the Eagle Cap Wilderness—the Nebo, Sturgill, and Goat Mountain 2 Fires. They were managed to protect public and private infrastructure, while playing a natural role within designated wilderness within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest.
DoubleCreekFire-PIO activity in Joseph OR USFSPicBy C. Stankis 220920 Public information officers provide information during the Double Creek Fire on the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. USDA Forest Service photo by C. Stankis on September 20, 2022. The Double Creek Fire was caused by lightning at the end of August 2022 and by early October had burned 171,532 acres within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. It was located 10 miles southeast of Imnaha, Oregon.
SturgillFire-Blue Banana Fire Info Board USFSPicBy C. Stankis 220919 Fire information board posted during the Sturgill Fire on the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. USDA Forest Service photo by C. Stankis on September 19, 2022. The Sturgill Fire was 15 miles southwest of Enterprise, Oregon near the intersection Minam and North Minam Rivers. The Sturgill Fire burned 23,507 acres, as reported October 26, 2022.
09072022_GregDeedon-EugeneSpringfieldFire_ImnahaStrategicBurnOps Firefighters plan for strategic firing operations during the Double Creek Fire on the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest in 2022. USDA photo by Greg Deedon on September 7, 2022. The Double Creek Fire was caused by lightning at the end of August 2022 and by early October had burned 171,532 acres and was located 10 miles southeast of Imnaha, Oregon.
DblCreekSturgilNeboGoatRocks2Fires CooperatorsMtg220908 The Double Creek Fire was caused by lightning at the end of August 2022 and by early October had burned 171,532 acres within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. It was located 10 miles southeast of Imnaha, Oregon. Eagle Cap Wilderness Fires (Sturgill, Nebo and Goat Mountain 2 Fires) burned in the Eagle Cap Wilderness in Oregon within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. These fires were started by lightning in late August 2022. The Eagle Cap Wilderness Fires were managed to protect public and private infrastructure, while playing a natural role within designated wilderness. The Sturgill Fire was 15 miles southwest of Enterprise, Oregon near the intersection Minam and North Minam Rivers. The Goat Mountain 2 Fire was 9 miles south of Lostine, Oregon and the Nebo Fire was 21 miles southeast of Enterprise, Oregon near Mount Nebo. The Sturgill, Nebo and Goat Mountain 2 Fires burned 23,507, 12,609 and 584 acres, respectively, as reported October 26, 2022.
Rodeo Corral The fencing and corral that leads horses, bulls, and cowboys to the rodeo stage. Taken in Joseph, OR.
Joseph, OR Rodeo The annual rodeo for the local event "Chief Joseph Days" takes place in Joseph, OR on an overcast day.
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Resource Advisors During NeboFire 220926 Lightning storms on August 22 and 23, 2022 ignited the Nebo Fire 21 miles southeast of Enterprise, Oregon near Mount Nebo. The fire was burning in the upper Lick Creek drainage. There were three lightning caused fires within the Eagle Cap Wilderness—the Nebo, Sturgill, and Goat Mountain 2 Fires. They were managed to protect public and private infrastructure, while playing a natural role within designated wilderness within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest.

Contact WALLOWA COUNTY MUSEUM

WALLOWA COUNTY MUSEUM
110 S MAIN STREET
JOSEPH
OR
97846

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MID # 8404100010
Name WALLOWA COUNTY MUSEUM
Alternate Name WALLOWA COUNTY MUSEUM
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 45.351215, -117.2299
CODES FIPS State Code: 41
FIPS County Code: 063
US Census Tract: 960100
US Census Block: 1643