Visitor Information
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Visitor Information |
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Ferry Schedule - Ride the Last Ferry on the Lower Columbia!
Visitor Center Hours
October through May we are open Monday-Friday, 9:30-5:00 p.m.
May through September we will also be open on Saturdays from 10:00-3:00p.m.
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History Recreation Local Art Trolley Tours |
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History Wahkiakum County's history is the history of America. From the Native American Kath-la-met tribes to the adventures of Lewis and Clark and the first Scandinavian settlers, Wahkiakum rich and interesting history can be found in every corner of the county. Wahkiakum is a history buff's dream. Where else can you follow the path of Lewis and Clark in a canoe, stay in a 100 year old Bed and Breakfast and explore one of the first settlements in the Pacific Northwest? The landscape, the churches and the town itself remind us of the days when logging and fishing industries sustained the area. Old canneries still line the river, antique stores harbor special treasures and our museum and archive center are must see attractions! Wahkiakum County also boasts the highest number of Lewis and Clark heritage sites. Come explore history in Wahkiakum County!
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Artists of all kinds flock to the peaceful Lower Columbia to create and show their work. The region has always recognized its great wealth of artists and their diversity. Several art shows are held throughout the year highlighting these artists at various locations (see our events). There are several unique places to view the work of local artists including...
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Leaving Puget Island, Washington 5:00 a.m. 6:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. |
$3.00 per car
Leaving Westport, Oregon
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(Photo Copyright 2000 Erick Erickson Photography) |
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Snow Falling On Cedars, 1999 Carl, a fisherman in the waters off Washington state, has been found dead, drowned in own nets, but with a serious head wound. Was he murdered? Post-war anti-Japanese sentiments are still running high, and the local Japanese community provides a murder suspect in the form of Kabuo, another fisherman, who had a grudge against Carl's family. Ishmael, the small town's newspaperman, may have the information that would acquit Kabuo, but can he ever put his jilted love for Hatsue (Kabuo's wife) aside? Starring: Ethan Hawke and Youki Kudou |
MEN of HONOR, 2000 The movie, based on a true story ultimately revolves around two "men of honor"; their relationship, their individual and joint failures and triumphs. Carl Brashear is determined to be the first African American Navy Diver in a time where racism is strife. Leslie Sunday is his embittered trainer, determined to see him fail. Fate, challenges and circumstances eventually draw these two men together in a tale of turbulance and ultimately triumph. Starring: Robert De Niro, Cuba Gooding Jr. and Charlize Theron
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Come See the Paradise, 1991 Portraying one of the shadier details of American history, this is the story of Jack McGurn, who comes to Los Angeles in 1936. He gets a job at a movie theatre in Little Tokyo and falls in love with the boss's daughter, Lily Kawamura. When her father finds out, he is fired and forbidden ever to see her again. But together they escape to Seattle. When the war breaks out, the authorities decide that the Japanese immigrants must live in camps like war prisoners. Starring: Dennis Quaid and Tamlin Tomita |
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"The Spirit of Chief Wahkiakum" This 18-person Trolley car will run tours from the Cathlamet Marina to area attraction including, Skamokawa Kayak & Town Center the Julia-Butler Hansen Wildlife Refuge, Puget Island and will visit many other historical sites and attractions. The beautifully restored Trolley will also be used for tours and shuttle services at our festivals and events and may also be booked privately for your special event! The Trolley is owned and operated by the Wahkiakum Community Foundation & The Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce. Please call ahead for information! 360-795-3501 or 795-9996 or e-mail wchamber@cni.net. For a Trolley Brochure please Click Here! |
