The North Lincoln County Historical Museum
The North Lincoln County Historical Museum was founded in 1987 through the initiative and hard work of The North Lincoln County Pioneer and Historical Association. Beginning with one hundred and ten charter members in a small storefront, NLCHM now has a permanent home, a small staff, and a dedicated group of volunteers. Located in what historically was the village of Taft, the museum’s exhibits, research library, offices and store are in a two-story, sixty-year-old building. This building was built in 1941 as the Taft-Nelscott-Delake Fire Hall, and later was occupied by City Hall until it was deeded to NLCHM in 1995. The mission of the museum is to provide the public with an educational resource dedicated to the interpretation and preservation of North Lincoln County History.
The North Lincoln County Historical Museum cordially invites you to attend our annual Community Picnic. Since the early 1900s north Lincoln County has held an annual Pioneer Picnic. The first picnics were held on the 4th of July along Siletz Bay to celebrate each year as a growing community. Pioneer families came from up the Siletz and Salmon Rivers, north as far as Neskowin, south as far as Gleneden Beach and from all around what is now Lincoln City. Often they traveled by foot, carrying everything they might need for an overnight stay. Some early entrepreneurs made treats to sell, like ice cream or corn on the cob. The picnics included campfires, crabbing, games and sports. In the evenings there were sure to be fire works and sing a-longs. For many years, the North Lincoln County Pioneer Association carried the tradition forward. In the year 2000, the museum became its host. Now held on the second Saturday in September, this year’s picnic is on Saturday, September 11th. The picnic draws people from all over the state who want to meet up with old friends or share memories. It is open to old timers and newcomers alike. There’ll be door prizes, a raffle, and a cakewalk. It’s a potluck picnic, so bring your favorite dish and a place setting. The gathering begins at 11:30 at Wapiti Park, up Drift Creek Road, and food is served at noon. For more information contact Anne Hall at 541-996-6698.
Hours
Summer Hours: May 15 – October 15
Wednesday through Sunday 12 to 5 p.m. (except major holidays)
Winter Hours: October 16 – May 14
Wednesday through Saturday 12 to 5 p.m.
Closed from December 15 through January 31, annually.
Admission
FREE ADMISSION in 2009 and 2010 thanks to a grant by the City of Lincoln City.
$2 per person over age 12
$1 per child 12 and under
$5 Family (any size)
Members Free
Location
4907 SW Highway 101
Lincoln City, Oregon 97367