Welcome to the Silverton Country Historical Society

and Museum of Silverton, Oregon

Our Mission

To discover and gather historical material illustrative of the history of the community, its life, conditions, events and activities. To provide for the preservation and use of such materials and sponsor research in archeological and historical areas. To foster the preservation of historical buildings, sites and monuments to encourage the intelligent use of them. To conduct educational programs in the field of history through publications, meetings and the observance of historical anniversaries.

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This page was last updated: March 27, 2013

Geercrest Foundation

City of Silverton

Silverton Chamber of Commerce

Silverton Arts Association

The Gordon House  (Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright )

Current Events

Traveling Display will be in front of Radio Shack on First Friday in April showcasing the Silverton Red Sox

Chamber After Hours at The Museum April 25th at 5:30

History of Silver Falls Library, May 20th at 7pm

Walking Tour of Silverton: June, Date TBD

Oregon Historical Society

For questions about these events please call (503)873-7070 or e-mail us at silverton.museum@live.com

The Museum is now Open

Volunteers have worked hard to spruce up the museum for Spring.  Come and visit and see what's new!!!

Open Saturday and Sundays 1-4pm

Please contact us at 503-873-7070 or silverton.museum@live.com for more information. 

SCHS President, Norm English, with our Traveling Exhibit featuring the Fischer Flour Mill during July's First Friday event.

Max, Tyler, Nancy and Tim Rose; Descendants of Homer Davenport