Located on Abernethy Green, the main arrival area for Oregon emigrants in the mid-1800's, visitors come here to experience the Oregon Trail journey. The 8.5-acre site features three 50-foot-high covered wagon-shaped buildings, an outdoor amphitheater, covered picnic area and gardens. Admission Charged. 1726 Washington Street Oregon city OR 97045 503-657-9336 Open year round. Take Exit 10 off I-205. www.historicoregoncity.com

Milwaukie Museum

The Milwaukie Museum is a beautiful, small farmhouse built in 1895 on Lake Road. Former owners, United Grocers, Inc, donated the structure to the Milwaukie Historical Society, Inc.. Through combined efforts of the Society members, the entire community and a Bicentennial grant, the historic house was moved to its current location and restored. 3737 SE Adams Milwaukie, OR 503-659-5780 or 503-659-5267. http://milwaukiemuseum.tripod.com/

Museum of the Oregon Territory

Uncover the treasures of the historic Oregon Territory, in many exhibits that range from period fashions and Native American artifacts, to an extensive pharmacy bottle collection. Also see an extensive research library and photo archives. 211 Tumwater Drive Oregon City OR 97045. 503-655-5574 www.historicoregoncity.com

McLoughlin House - National Historic Site

John McLoughlin lived in this house from 1846 until he died in 1857. The home changed hands many times until 1909 when the McLoughlin Memorial Association saved the house from demolition and moved it from the falls up to the bluff overlooking the Willamette River. Call 503-656-5146. www.mcloughlinhouse.org

Canby Depot Museum

The Canby Depot Museum is the oldest remaining railroad station in Oregon. The first steam train traveled through Canby in 1870 and rail service became the main mode of transportation for local commerce. The station closed in 1976 and was moved to its present location at 888 NE Fourth Avenue, where it is open to the public without charge, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, or by appointment. Call the museum at 503-266-9421. The museum is closed in January and February and also closed on some holidays. www.canbyareachamber.org/attractions.htm