The Harrisburg Area Museum in Harrisburg, Oregon, also known as Heritage Park, displays a remarkable collection of local historical artifacts that help preserve a bygone era. Many of the items date to the early 1900s, and are an excellent example of how things were back then. This window into the area’s heritage is a fascinating attraction, drawing visitors from all over.
PARADE OF LIGHTS
Harrisburg Area Museum will be a participant in the Parade on December 7, 2024 which starts at 7 p.m. We will be featuring our Steam Engine driven by Bob Biswell. For more information go to City of Harrisburg.
Visit Us
➤ LOCATION
490 Smith Street
Harrisburg, OR 97446
RECALL THE PAST…IMAGINE THE FUTURE
Note: We will be Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday
11/28/2024 (All day)
➤ HOURS
February through November: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
10am - 4pm
December and January:
Saturday only, 10am - 4pm
➤ CONTACT
(541) 995-4844
Email us at harrisburgareamuseum@gmail.com
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! This is a great opportunity to become active in your community and to participate in meetings, opening the museum and showing visitors the exhibits. Please contact us if you are interested or for more information.
Antique Farm Equipment
The Harrisburg Area Museum is noteworthy for its large collection of antique farm equipment including tractors, trucks, and steam engines. The equipment has been restored and can be operated.
bruce witmer exhibit
Bruce Witmer was a local man of many talents. He made amazing miniature wood replicas of actual buildings and scenes, many containing thousands of pieces. He also made intricately carved furniture and drawings of old Harrisburg.
victorian home
Our fully renovated Victorian-era home is full of memorabilia from a bygone era, sending you back in time as soon as you walk through the doors.
NOTE: Exhibits are continually being added.
chapel
The renovated chapel, brought in from nearby Shedd, is available for rent and perfect for small wedding ceremonies.
schoolhouse
A replica of the old school is a unique experience, complete with a collection of old class pictures of local students.
and more
Other highlights at the Museum include the Veteran’s Memorial Wall, a covered wagon, buggy, caboose, depot, and much more!
Featured on Destination Oregon
The Harrisburg Area Museum was featured on Central Oregon Daily’s Destination Oregon show, which explores unique locations throughout the state.
Watch the video