Free Book Signing With Northwest Author EF Winters
Northwest juvenile historic fiction author EF Winters will be holding a book signing at the museum Saturday, July 26, from 1 to 4 p.m. Her new book is Memeloose; The House of the Dead. Winters began exploring the history of the region as a child touring with a Native American cultural
July 21, 2014
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Sundays on the Gorge Presents – American Indians in Cinema: Participation Onscreen and Behind the Scene
The staff and volunteers at the Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center have booked a well known scholar and expert to talk about Indians on the big screen. Lance Rhoades, a well known scholar and expert on Native Americans, will give his presentation, American Indians in Cinema: Participa
July 14, 2014
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Sundays on the Gorge Presents – Geology of the Gorge with Les Hastings
We will be hosting a talk on the geology of the gorge Sunday, June 22. The presentation is part of the museum’s “Sundays on the Gorge” speakers series. June’s headliner is retired math and science teacher Les Hastings. His talk will be: A personal journey into the geology
June 16, 2014
19th Anniversary Celebration Scheduled for Saturday, May 17th
Staff and volunteers at the Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center Museum have announced a packed schedule for the museum’s free 19th anniversary party Saturday, May 17. “In addition to our usual fun events, informative displays, music and activities on this day,” said J
May 12, 2014
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Guest Speaker: Peg Willis – Building the Columbia River Highway
Come hear author Peg Willis Sunday, May 18, as part of the museum’s ongoing speakers series. Willis, a retired teacher from Oregon, has had a life-long love affair with the Columbia River Highway. Years of research have culminated in her new book, Building the Columbia River Highway,
May 12, 2014
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22nd Annual Silent Auction Recap
Nearly 200 people turned out for the Museum’s annual silent auction and dinner. This years theme of “Tie-dyed & Bellbottoms: Remembering the 70s” brought out the groovy side of attendees with many of them showing up tie-dye, flower prints, afros, and other period garb. The
March 19, 2014
22nd Annual Silent Auction and Dinner
Columbia River Gorge residents are gearing up for the 22nd annual silent auction and dinner at the Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center Museum in Stevenson, Saturday, March 8. Across the region supporters are checking their closets and local used clothing venues for just the right outfi
February 17, 2014
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Museum Fundraiser Focuses on Historical Photos
The Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center Museum boasts a collection of more than 5,000 historical photographs and now copies of the most popular are available for purchase. Thanks to a herculean effort by the staff and volunteer Curator Rich Curran, more than 100 photos have been printe
December 04, 2013
Christmas in the Gorge Sing-Along
As part of the “Christmas in the Gorge” festivities, the Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center Museum is hosting a free public “Sing-Along” Saturday, Dec. 7, starting sharply at 2:30 p.m. The singing will conclude at 3:30, with holiday refreshments being served until 4. Museum admission
November 25, 2013
Outdoor Display and Work-Area Project Continues
Work continues on the museum’s new outdoor display and work-area shed, thanks to a group of dedicated volunteers and staff members. Several recent work parties have propelled the project forward and it is finally taking shape. Under the supervision of GM Rob Peterson, the project incl
October 29, 2013
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