CRESWELL HISTORICAL MUSEUM

CRESWELL, OR

The Creswell Historical Museum is located in Creswell, Oregon, and is a museum dedicated to the history and culture of the region. The museum was founded in 1979 and is housed in a charming turn-of-the-century building.

The museum offers a variety of exhibits and activities for visitors to explore and discover. The exhibits focus on the region’s history, including the area’s Native American heritage, the development of the timber industry, and the many other facets of life in the area. The museum also features a variety of artifacts, photographs, books, and other historical items.

The museum offers a variety of educational programs, including guided tours, lectures, and workshops. Visitors may also participate in a variety of hands-on activities, such as making pottery or quilting.

The Creswell Historical Museum also hosts several special events throughout the year. Events include traditional music performances, cultural celebrations, and craft fairs. The museum also serves as a venue for weddings and other special private events.

The museum is open to the public and admission is free. The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm. As a tribute to the rich history of the region, the Creswell Historical Museum serves as an important source of information and education for generations to come.

CRESWELL HISTORICAL MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in CRESWELL OR. US MID #8404100108

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

Currin Covered Bridge <b>BRIDGE NAME:</b> Currin Covered Bridge
<b>OTHER NAME:</b> Row River Covered Bridge
<b>COUNTY:</b> Lane
<b>STREAM:</b> Row River
<b>NEAREST TOWN:</b> Cottage Grove
<b>STATUS:</b> Open to pedestrians only
<b>BRIDGE LENGTH:</b> 105 Feet
<b>YEAR BUILT:</b> 1883 (Original)
<b>REPLACED:</b> 1925
<b>CLOSED TO TRAFFIC:</b> 1979
<b>ADDED TO NRHP:</b> November 29, 1979
<b>REPAIRED:</b> 1987, 1995
<b>REOPENED FOR PEDESTRIANS:</b> 1995

<b>Other Notes:</b> It’s the only bridge in Oregon that’s painted two different colors: red and white.

VMS hit by falling tree During one of Lane County's most severe ice storms in years, our very own Region 2, District 5 Transportation Maintenance coordinator, Jake Jensen, took a routine road safety check and turned it into an extraordinary rescue mission.

On January 13, around 2:30 p.m., Jensen, returning to Veneta from the coast after assisting a coworker, encountered blocked westbound lanes at the Knowles Creek Tunnel on OR 126W. Recognizing the need for assistance, Jensen, armed with three power saws, extra chains, fuel and an unwavering determination, forged ahead aware he was in it for the long haul.

Alongside passengers from stranded vehicles, Jensen and the makeshift team cleared dozens of fallen trees from Knowles Creek Tunnel towards Veneta, braving extreme fatigue, 18 degree temperatures, freezing rain and darkness. The goal was to create a path just wide enough for vehicles to pass through.

One tree at a time
“The frozen trees dulled the chains,&quot; Jensen recalled. &quot;I had to rotate my saws, placing them inside the cab of my truck to keep them from freezing up. I went through six sets of bar chains. At one point, I made the decision to turn off my high beams because I could see how many more trees were in our path. I needed to focus on one tree at a time.”

Despite facing challenges, including a tree striking Jensen’s work truck, only damaging the Variable Message Sign and rack, he persisted, leading the convoy of cars behind him.

“As quickly as we were clearing trees in front of us, we could hear trees falling behind and all around us,” Jensen added. At one point, he met three vehicles trying to head west towards Florence. He swiftly turned them around before continuing east.

Over the next six and a half hours, Jensen faced ice-covered trees falling faster than they could be cleared, providing continuous updates to dispatch on the radio. ODOT colleagues dropped what they were doing to help, with Veneta and Glenwood crews working together to clear the path.

A successful rescue mission
Against all odds, what began as a road safety check evolved into a rescue mission, saving over a dozen vehicles and numerous passengers. They made it back to Veneta around 9 p.m., ensuring the safety of all stranded individuals.

Jensen, a dedicated 17-year employee, embodied determination, quick action and a get-it-done attitude, turning a hazardous situation into a remarkable display of community. We commend Jensen and all involved crews for their unwavering commitment to public safety.

January 2024 winter storm cleanup As the January 2024 snow and ice begins to thaw in the Willamette Valley, crews move into clean-up mode.

January 2024 winter storm cleanup As the January 2024 snow and ice begin to thaw, crews move into clean-up mode. This team accesses trees on I-5, north of Cottage Grove and south of Cresswell.

January 2024 winter storm cleanup As the January 2024 snow and ice begins to thaw in the Willamette Valley, crews move into clean-up mode. Utility workers address downed powerlines on Saginaw Road between OR-99 and I–5.

Unity Covered Bridge <b>BRIDGE NAME:</b> Unity Covered Bridge
<b>OTHER NAMES:</b> Jasper-Lowell Road Bridge, Fall Creek Bridge
<b>COUNTY:</b> Lane
<b>STREAM:</b> Fall Creek
<b>NEAREST TOWN:</b> Lowell
<b>STATUS:</b> Open to traffic
<b>BRIDGE LENGTH:</b> 90 Feet
<b>YEAR BUILT:</b> 1890 (Original)
<b>REPLACED:</b> 1936
<b>ADDED TO NRHP:</b> November 29, 1979
<b>RENOVATED:</b> 1986
<b>REFURBISHED:</b> 2014

<b>Other Notes:</b> One of the more popular bridges for bicycle tours, a full-length window was added to its east side to give motorists and cyclists a better view of oncoming traffic.

Chambers Covered Bridge <b>BRIDGE NAME:</b> Chambers Railroad Covered Bridge
<b>OTHER NAMES:</b> OP&amp;E – Chambers Covered Bridge and OP&amp;E – Coast Fork Willamette River Covered Bridge
<b>RAILROAD:</b> Oregon, Pacific &amp; Eastern Railroad (OP&amp;E)
<b>COUNTY:</b> Lane
<b>STREAM:</b> Coast Fork Willamette River
<b>NEAREST TOWN:</b> Cottage Grove
<b>STATUS:</b> Open to pedestrians and bicycles
<b>BRIDGE LENGTH:</b> 78 Feet
<b>YEAR BUILT:</b> 1925
<b>ABANDONED:</b> 1951
<b>ADDED TO NRHP:</b> November 29, 1979
<b>DISMANTLED:</b> 2010
<b>RECONSTRUCTED:</b> 2011

<b>Other Notes:</b> After careful disassembling of the bridge, it was reassembled slowly on site using original materials from the dismantlement. Now, it’s known as the only remaining covered railroad bridge west of the Mississippi River.

Contact CRESWELL HISTORICAL MUSEUM

telephone: 5418955464

CRESWELL HISTORICAL MUSEUM
55 S 5TH ST
CRESWELL
OR
97426

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MID #	8404100108
Name	CRESWELL HISTORICAL MUSEUM
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Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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INCOME	0
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LAT/LONG	43.918044, -123.024395
CODES	FIPS State Code: 41 FIPS County Code: 039 US Census Tract: 001102 US Census Block: 2009