GRANT COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM

CANYON CITY, OR

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Western juniper near John Day Credit: Christopher J. Earle

The Grant County Historical Museum in Canyon City, Oregon is a must-see for anyone interested in the history and culture of the area. Located in the historic downtown district, the museum is housed in a former Masonic Temple. It is a single-story structure with a large outdoor courtyard.

The museum offers a variety of exhibits, artifacts, and displays that tell the story of Grant County and its people. Visitors can explore the history of Native American tribes, the first settlers, and the development of the area. There are displays on the lumber and mining industries, as well as a section devoted to the area’s military history.

The museum also houses an extensive collection of artifacts, including items from the Civil War, the Spanish American War, and World War I and II. In addition to the permanent exhibits, the museum also hosts a variety of temporary displays and special events.

The museum is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday, and admission is free. The museum also offers a variety of educational programs, including lectures, workshops, and field trips. Visitors can also take a self-guided tour of the museum, which is a great way to learn more about the history of the county.

GRANT COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in CANYON CITY OR. US MID #8404100249

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).

Contact GRANT COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM

FRIENDS OF GRANT COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
PO BOX 276
CANYON CITY
OR
97820

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GRANT COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM Information

MID # 8404100249
Name FRIENDS OF GRANT COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Alternate Name GRANT COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 421762235
NTEECC B99
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201306
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 44.389906, -118.949684
CODES FIPS State Code: 41
FIPS County Code: 023
US Census Tract: 960200
US Census Block: 5073