• About the Museum
  • The Legend & The Museum
  • Museum Info
  • Driving Directions
  • Museum Store
  • Museum Rental & After Hours
  • Museum Affiliations
  • Featured Article
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• Collections and Exhibits
  • Exhibit Summary
  • Short Term Art Gallery
  • Clahclehlah and the Corridor of Commerce
  • First People
  • Turning Point
  • Military Presence
  • Early Changes
  • Transportation
  • Grand Gallery and Harvesting Resources
  • Natural History of the Gorge
  • Harsh Demands
  • Community Gallery
  • Spiritual Quest Gallery
  • Don Brown Rosary Collection
  • Second Floor Theatre
  • Outdoor Exhibits
• Kids' Corner
  • Fun Things for Kids
  • Photo Gallery
• For Teachers
  • Welcome Teachers!
  • School Group Orientation
  • Field Trip Guidelines
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  • Field Trip Confirmation Form
• Get Involved
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  • How to Volunteer
• Events
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  • Events Around Our Area

Hours of Operation

Open Daily: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Closed: New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day

Call Us: (800) 991-2338
             (509) 427-8211

Questions?: email us

Address Information

Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center Museum
990 SW Rock Creek Drive
P.O. Box 396
Stevenson, WA 98648
Driving Directions

Field Trip Guidelines

1. Students, stay with your group leader. Group leaders, stay with your students. Often the adult chaperones get distracted, so the students need to keep track of them. Don’t let your chaperone wonder off and miss any of the exhibits or activities.
2. The Museum staff and volunteers are here to hope give direction and assist in the learning experience. The teacher and group leaders are responsible for any discipline and will deal with disruptive or destructive behavior.
3. No food, candy, drink or chewing gum in the exhibit areas. Please use the garbage cans located throughout the building to dispose of any garbage. We know you want to help us keep the building clean.
4. We have a pool of water and a waterfall in the Grand Gallery. It is very important to your health that you do not put your hands or feet in the water. We do not want anyone to slip or fall and be injured. Remember, the Native American dip netter does not grant wishes, so all coins should remain in your pocket, spent in the Museum store, or dropped into a donation jar. Coins tossed into the water feature become so corroded they can no longer be used. Also, be aware that the waterfall cycles on and off automatically and can be startling. It is loud and most often turned off for guided tours.
5. Please keep your voice at a low level. Loud talking or yelling is disruptive to other guests who have also paid to have a pleasant experience. Be courteous.
6. No running at any time.
7. Keep your feet on the floor. There are places where you might be tempted to lean over the railing or to climb. For your own safety, do not climb, do not lean.
8. Please, no touching of artifacts. There are oils on the cleanest of hands which cause accumulated and serious damage. Our goal is to make everything last as long as possible and we request your assistance in helping us be successful.
9. When a teacher, volunteer or group leader raises their hand, it is a signal to be quiet and listen. Respond quickly so you won’t miss anything!
10. Enjoy learning. Do not hesitate to ask questions.
11. If the teacher has made arrangements in advance, the Museum will provide a guest pass to each student to take home for their family’s use. This is in appreciation of your visit. We look forward to a return visit with a family member.